Breast Implants

The surgical procedure to perform breast implants is known as mammoplasty and it is a procedure that is very safe thanks to the many technological advances in the manufacturing of prosthetics. Today, for example, there are manufacturers that make silicon gel that will not leak or spread into the body even if the implant is damaged or ruptured, which is extremely rare by the way. This kind of implant, known as “cohesive gel silicon”, can actually be cut in half without any drainage.

The appropriately sized and shaped implant will be chosen according to your stature, the width of your back and the space between your breasts.  In addition, your expectations of size and shape, and other measurements that will help your plastic surgeon, will be taken into account to make sure that the ideal implant is selected.  You can also ask your plastic surgeon to show you catalogs with a variety of implants so that you can choose what you feel will best suit your needs and desires.

Is this procedure right for me?

Perhaps not all women feel the necessity for breast augmentation, but for many others the desire to modify their appearance means the opportunity to feel much better about themselves and towards others.

All women that would consider breast augmentation have their own reasons, some of them being: 
 

A desire to have a better proportioned appearance.

The fact that your breasts have lost their shape from breastfeeding, when they were full and then emptied from lactating.

The size of your breasts decreased from “too much” exercise, that is you found that exercise removed not just body fat but also reduced the size of your bust.  And isn’t it terrible that after hours and hours of diligent exercise that not only was your waistline reduced but also your breasts?

Likewise, the diet that you did to lose weight was undiscriminating as to which fat you wanted to stay and which you wanted to go. 

Frequently Asked Questions

At what age can this operation be performed?

 It is recommended that one be over the age of 18.  However, in special cases this procedure can be done earlier, especially if there is a strong reason such as an important beauty contest.

Will I be able to breastfeed with breast implants?

Yes, implants will not affect lactation at all.

Can breast implants promote disease or cancer?

No.  There is no evidence whatsoever that they cause cancer or immunological disorders.

Should I replace my implants?

The new type of cohesive silicon gel implants are guaranteed for ten years. Therefore, it is definitely advisable to consult with a cosmetic surgeon at the end of this period.  However, that is certainly not to say that all implants need to be replaced at that time.

It has been a few years since the liquid gel silicon implants were used, and even though they are very safe, if they are ruptured the patient must be operated on immediately to avoid the contents leaking into the interior of the body of the patient.  In fact, that is the reason why cohesive silicon gel implants were developed.  And that is why, even though a replacement is not absolutely required, a replacement is often comforting with respect to an improvement in implant materials.

Who should perform this surgery?

The surgery should be performed by a plastic surgeon that has all his documentation in order, including educational background and certification.