Breast Enlargement

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• The Consultation
• The Operation
• After Surgery
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Breast augmentation is a well established procedure that has been performed on more than three million women worldwide over the last three decades. The majority of women who have had the procedure report that they are very pleased with the result.

Through the use of implants, this cosmetic surgery can increase the size of your breasts and correct uneven breasts. It may also be used to correct drooping breasts but may require an additional uplift procedure. To learn more, please see the Uplift (mastopexy) section of this web site.

The implants used in breast augmentation surgery are filled with either silicone or saline solution. Each has its benefits and drawbacks. Briefly stated, these considerations are:

• Saline implants are as safe as possible and can be inserted such that the scar is minimized. However, should they leak, they need to be replaced. In addition, they may cause a rippling of the skin of the breast, particularly in slim women with little breast tissue.
• Silicone gel-filled implants provide a more natural feel to the breast and are less likely to cause rippling. At present, most cosmetic surgeons use cohesive gel silicone implants, which do not leak if the shell is damaged. Silicone implants however need a slightly longer access incision to place them.

Over the years, the media have raised various questions regarding the safety of the silicone implants. If you have concerns, please click here to read a detailed discussion of the topic we hope will answer many of your questions. You should also feel free to discuss this issue with your cosmetic surgeon during your consultation.