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Breast augmentation (implants) plastic surgery
To get answers to the most frequent questions about breast augmentation
(breast implants) cosmetic surgery, please select one of the links
below:
What types of implants are available for
breast enlargement?
Currently both saline filled and silicone gel implants are available in the United States for the purposes of cosmetic breast augmentation.
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Should I have textured or smooth implants
and do they go behind or in front of the muscle and what about implant shape?
Dr. O'Connell believes that the choice between saline and gel implants, between textured and smooth
implants and the various shapes should be individualized for each patient. These
choices as well as location of the incision and placement with regard to the pectoralis muscle is a joint decision
that will be made at the time of your consultation.
What incisions are used to place breast
implants?
The incision can be placed in the axilla (armpit), around the
areola, near the inframammary fold or in the umbilicus (belly
button). Each alternative has its advantages and disadvantages.
How is size determined?
The choice of implant size is in part one of patient preference.
Certain measurements are taken during your consultation to assist
in this determination.
"Trying on" implants within a brassiere is very helpful in determining size choice. Dr. O'Connell also uses photographs where patients
are matched as closely as possible to other patients with similar
height, weight and breast size to help choose implant size.
Remember that implant try-ons, computer imaging and visualization of pre- and
postoperative photographs are used only as educational tools and
that no guarantee is implied.
Where is the surgery performed?
Dr. O'Connell performs breast augmentation either as an outpatient
at Bridgeport Hospital or in his office
surgical facility depending upon choice of anesthesia technique.
Are breast implants safe?
An excellent discussion of this issue can be found at the FDA's
website or www.breastimplantsafety.org. The FDA will mail you an informational booklet by
calling (800) 532-4440.
Are there risks associated with
breast augmentation and breast implants?
Although breast augmentation is quite safe and most patients
are satisfied with their results, as with any surgical procedure,
there are risks and potential complications. Problems such as
bleeding, infection, thrombophlebitis, etc. can occur following
any surgical operation and careful assessment of the risks, alternatives and potential
benefits of any surgical procedure is an important part
of the pre-operative consultative process.
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