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About the Breast Augmentation Procedure

Breast augmentation is a popular procedure that enhances breast shape and volume using implants or fat transfer.

This surgery is ideal for women who wish to correct asymmetries, increase breast volume, restore the appearance of the breasts after pregnancy or weight loss, and boost self-confidence. Breast augmentation can be performed using silicone implants, fat transfer, or a combination of both.

Types of Breast Implants

There are many types of breast implants, which differ by shell surface, filling type, shape.

Based on Filling Material:

• Silicone-gel breast implants: These are pre-filled with medical-grade silicone gel that mimics more closely the feel and look of natural breast tissue. Silicone-gel implants are available in a variety of shapes and sizes.
• Saline breast implants: These have a silicone outer shell and are filled with sterile saline solution. If the implant leaks or ruptures, the saline is safely absorbed by the body. This type is less commonly used, often when a less conventional surgical approach is chosen (e.g., transaxillary or transumbilical).

The shell of a breast implant is always made of silicone, and on the outside it can have different textures, to facilitate better integration  of the implant by the body. Thus, the surface may be smooth, micro-, macro-, nano-textured, or coated with a polyurethane shell.

The shape of a breast implant may be round, or it can have an anatomical shape, in which the upper part of the implant is thinner than the lower part, to mimic the natural shape of the breast. Anatomical breast implants must have a rough (textured) surface to prevent implant rotation and malposition ‒ complications of this procedure.

Steps of the Breast Augmentation Procedure

1. Preoperative consultation for breast enlargement: During the first meeting, the aesthetic surgeon will assess your health status, discuss your expectations, and recommend the type of breast implant that suits you.
2. Anesthesia: The breast augmentation procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia to ensure your comfort throughout surgery.
3. Incisions: Surgeons may make incisions in different areas, such as under the breast, around the areola, or in the armpit, to minimize visible scarring.
4. Placement of the implant: A breast implant is placed either under the pectoral muscle or above it, depending on your anatomy and the physical activities you do.
5. Closing the incisions: After placing a breast implant, the incisions are closed with sutures, and a specially designed support bra is worn for at least 6 weeks after surgery.
   

Complications and Risks of Breast Augmentation

As with any surgical procedure, breast augmentation can also have certain complications. These occur rarely and include: postoperative bleeding, infection, capsular contracture, implant malposition, symmastia, allergic reactions. All these aspects will be discussed in detail before the surgery with your doctor.

Although breast lipotransfer presents a lower risk of complications, there are always certain risks associated with any surgical intervention, such as infections or bleeding. Transplanted fat may partially resorb. Before the surgery, I will discuss all these aspects with you.

Choosing an experienced surgeon contributes significantly to reducing these risks in the case of a breast augmentation procedure.

Breast Implant ‒ Recovery and Final Result

Recovery after breast augmentation varies from person to person, but in general patients can return to normal activities in a few days, and mobilization begins even on the first day after surgery. Normal physical activity can be resumed after about 7 days, with more demanding activities gradually reintroduced over the next 6 weeks, though intense physical effort is recommended after 3 months post-operation. It is important to follow the doctor’s instructions to ensure rapid recovery with no complications.

Other Methods for Breast Enlargement

1. Breast Enlargement with Fat Transfer (Breast Lipotransfer)

Breast lipotransfer, also known as breast augmentation with your own fat, is an innovative procedure that uses your fat to enhance breast volume and shape. Unlike breast implants, this technique uses adipose tissue harvested from other areas of your body, such as the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks, to achieve natural long-lasting results.

Benefits of Breast Lipotransfer:

1. Natural results: Since your own adipose tissue is used, breast lipotransfer offers a more natural look and feel compared to implants
2. Enhanced overall body contour: The procedure can improve the contour of the body by removing excess fat from certain areas (abdomen, hips, thighs).
3. Lower risk of complications: Breast lipotransfer generally carries a lower risk of complications such as infections or adverse reactions to implants.
4. Easier recovery: Recovery after lipotransfer is, in general, faster and easier than after breast augmentation with implants.
   

The Process of the Procedure:

1. Liposuction: In the first step, the surgeon will extract fat from selected areas of your body using liposuction techniques.
2. Fat processing: The extracted fat is purified and prepared for injection into the breasts.
3. Fat injection: The surgeon carefully injects the purified fat into the desired regions of the breasts to achieve the desired shape and volume.
4. Bandaging: After the procedure, the operated area is dressed to support and protect the breasts during the healing process.
   

2. Combining Methods

In certain cases, breast implants may be combined with fat transfer, for a personalized and harmonious result.

Conclusion

Breast augmentation can be performed with implants, fat transfer, or a combination of both and can transform not only a physical appearance but also a woman’s self-esteem. If you are interested in this procedure, do not hesitate to schedule a detailed consultation. I am here to offer you the best personalized solutions and to answer all your questions.