Procedure
Breast augmentation is a procedure to change the size or shape of the breasts.
It Improves the size and appearance of the breasts by implanting silicone or rarely saline implants.
A pocket is created either under or over the chest muscle, thus producing a cosmetic enhancement of the breasts.
Length
Breast augmentation takes approximately one to two hours operation time.
Anesthesia
A general anesthesia is administrated and the patient is completely asleep. Sometimes an intravenous sedation is used, combined with local anesthesia.
Inpatient/Outpatient
Either – depending on the patient’s and doctor’s decisions. Usually the patients are discharged after few ours.
Possible Side Effects
Mild, temporary discomfort, sometimes pain, mild to moderate swelling, a tempraly change in nipple sensation and bruising. Breasts may be sensitive to stimulation for a few weeks.
The implant is palpable under the soft tissue dependant on the size of the implant and the amount of soft tissue is coverin the implant.