Augmentation Mammaplasty (Breast Enlargement)

The following "Guide to Cosmetic Plastic Surgery" is an overview to cosmetic plastic surgery and was published by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Inc.

Breast enlargement, also called augmentation mammaplasty, is designed to increase the size of small or underdeveloped breasts. Surgery can also restore and enhance your breast volume if it has decreased as a result of having children.

Before having surgery, you will have a variety of breast implants to choose from in terms of type and style. Your plastic surgeon can discuss the available options with you.

The incision for placement of your implants is made underneath your breast, just above the crease, around the lower edge of your areola (the pigmented skin surrounding your nipple), or in your armpit. A pocket is created for the implant either behind your breast tissue or behind the muscle between your breast and your chest wall.

Following surgery, there will be some swelling and discoloration that will gradually disappear. You should not engage in vigorous activities, especially raising your arms, for up to three weeks. You should be able to return to work within a week of two.

There is a great deal of scientific evidence supporting the long-term safety of breast implants. During your consultation, your plastic surgeon will discuss with you the known risks and safety issues associated with breast implants.

If you are the appropriate age group for mammographic screening, having breast implants will not change your recommended exam schedule. Following surgery, be sure to select a technician who has experience in mammography of augmented breasts, the presence of breast implants require modified mammographic techniques and additional x-ray views.

Illustrations from left to right:     1. The incision can be made underneath your breast, just above the crease, around the lower edge of your areola (the pigmented area surrounding your nipple), or in your armpit.     2. The implant is placed in a “pocket” that is created directly under your breast tissue or underneath your chest muscle.     3. Breast augmentation enlarges small or underdeveloped breasts. If your breasts have decreased in size, implants can restore and enhance your breast volume, giving you restored self-confidence about your appearance.

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