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Pros and Cons of Different Breast Implants
by admin on Mar.27, 2010, under Womens Interest
Breast Enlargement Surgery, or breast augmentation, is a minimally invasive medical procedure that involves enlarging the breasts by inserting a saline or silicone gel. An incision is made in the bottom crease of the breast. The breast implant is inserted through the incision and placed under the breast tissue. The incision is then closed with stitches. When considering breast enlargement surgery, one should be aware of the pros and cons of each breast implant.
Saline Implants: This type of implant is a sac that is filled with saline (sterile salt water.) Saline is filled in the implant for the specific determined size of the breast. There are three types of breast implants that include pre filled implants without a valve, pre filled implant but with a valve, and a pre filled implant with a valve that can be used for future adjustments.
If a saline filled implant leaks or ruptures, it will not be a danger because saline can be absorbed by the body and will be eliminated from the body safely. A major benefit of a saline implant is that there is little obstruction when undergoing a mammoplasty. They can also be filled to be soft and natural in appearance. Saline implants will often need to be refilled to keep them maintained. As well, after many years of being worn, the implants may have to be replaced. It may also affect the amount of breast milk that is produced.
Saline implants will result in less scarring than silicone implants because saline implants provide a valve for filling and refilling so the incisions are much smaller than silicone gel implants.
Silicone Implants: This type of implant involves filling a sac with silicone. Many women have reported that silicone implants feel and look more natural, and even bustier. As well, with these implants don?t create wrinkles in the creases of the breast. If a silicone implant ruptures or breaks the leak remains trapped within the breast so it does not get absorbed into the body. If an implant leaks, there can be infections or irritations in the breast. It can result in further surgery. Silicone implants cost more than saline, and are not life lasting. With silicone implants, one will have to get an MRI every couple of years to check for ruptures. Replacing a silicone implant is normally a more involved procedure than replacing a saline implant.
For both implants, sometimes scar tissue can form around the breast implant which can thicken and become sore. Over all, both implants are safe with few side effects. They also come in a variety of shapes that will match each person?s individual needs.
Breast augmentation is a great method of improving the shapeliness and size of the breasts. It is important to be aware of all aspects of the procedure, including the types of implants, to make sure you make the best decision that meets your individual needs. To determine which implant is best for you, you should consult with your doctor or a breast augmentation specialist.
The Bare Aesthetics Of Breast Augmentation
by admin on Jan.30, 2010, under Women's Health
Also known as breast augmentation mammoplasty, breast enhancement or breast implants, breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that involves the insertion of breast implants to increase breast volume and size and enhance breast shape. Many women desire bigger, fuller breasts to enhance their silhouette and proportions. Often women seek breast implants to restore volume and shape to their breasts following pregnancy and breast feeding that has left the breasts lacking in volume and sagging. In these cases, it is also sometimes recommended to perform a breast lift. Obviously putting an implant in an already sagging or droopy breast will only add weight and result in the breast sagging further. In this instance, a breast lift will address the sag or droop and the use of a breast implant will restore volume and shape.
Deciding to have breast augmentation surgery is a major decision. It is extremely important for a woman considering breast implants to be fully aware and informed about the procedure. This includes the safety of the procedure, understanding the choice of available breast implants, the placement of the breast implants and the surgical procedure and technique best suited to you.
What is the best Type of Breast Implant for you?
There are different types of breast implants, most commonly saline or silicone. Saline implants consist of a silicone shell filled with sterilized saline liquid. The saline is harmless as its composition is similar to the saline found in blood plasma. The advantage of a saline breast implant is that the size of the breast implant can be modified during the surgery and there are certain types of saline breast implants that allow for a gradual increase in size post operatively. However, saline breast implants are susceptible to rupture and leaks, rippling and deflation. The breast may also tend to feel like a