Breast Enlargement

• General
• The Consultation
• The Operation
• After Surgery
• Recovery
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There are three main approaches used for breast augmentation:

• The implant may be inserted through the crease under the breast (sub-mammary crease) using an incision approximately 5cm long. This is the most popular technique today.
• Access may also be gained through an incision on the inside of the nipple-areola, in the lower half, and this is suitable only when the areola as a least 3.5-4 cm in diameter.
• A third method uses an incision in the armpit. The implant can be placed placed above for under the pectoral muscles, but this approach is only suitable for round implants.

Your cosmetic surgeon will discuss these techniques with you and describe the benefits and disadvantages.

Whatever technique you and your cosmetic surgeon decide on, your surgery will usually be done under general anaesthesic.

If your cosmetic surgeon is using the first technique, he will make his incision in the breast crease and create a pocket under the breast tissue either in front of or behind the pectoral muscle. Bleeding points will be sealed and the implant inserted into the pocket. The incision will then be closed with dissolving sutures and covered with a light dressing.

At this point, a supporting bra, which you will have been instructed to bring with you, will be put on unless your cosmetic surgeon chooses to use adhesive tape on your breasts. If a bra is used, you'll be advised to wear it day and night for the first six weeks except while showering or bathing.