All Cosmetic Breast Surgery Procedures Are An Art And Craft Developed Over Many Years

Breast augmentation is an art and a craft developed over years with many factors to consider. The most important factor, that many plastic surgeons make their priority is to make their patient happy with the result. Most often, they have found over the years that the happiest patients are the ones who understand what this art form is about and what its limitations are. During your consultation, your surgeon seeks to educate you and bring you into the decision-making process, which many surgeons believe will lead to a decision you will not regret.

Childbirth, nursing, and aging can cause the breasts to sag over time, changing the shape and contour of the breast. This fact leads many woman to seek breast lift (technically known as mastopexy). There are many variations of mastopexy which may be chosen. One thing that all of these procedures have in common is that there is resulting scar on the breast. This may be only mildly perceptible or may be more noticeable. Be sure to discuss your concerns about scarring with your plastic surgeon.

The decision for breast reshaping will depend on the type and extent of change you are looking for. Some women choose to combine breast augmentation and breast lift to restore youthful volume and contour at the same time. Plastic surgeons use many techniques for reshaping the breast. Your desired outcome, your shape, concerns about scarring, and individual anatomy will all be considered.

After breast implant surgery patients recover in a surgical suite a minimum of two hours with a licensed registered nurse when they are able to be driven home by a friend or spouse. Normally the first night after surgery is the most difficult but proper pain medication is prescribed before hand so that you are very comfortable. Over the following days the pain decreases in favor of small aches. Almost everyone heals differently and reacts differently to surgery as your body takes time to adjust to having larger breasts. All post operative instructions are given before and after your surgery to ensure an acceptable result. Normal activities can be resumed generally after 10-14 days.

Women with large, heavy breasts often experience physical discomfort in the back, neck, or shoulders. In addition, large breasts make some women feel insecure. They may avoid exercise and fitted clothing because of their breast size. Breast reduction surgery can help combat the problems often associated with large breasts. Breast reduction surgery typically requires an anchor-shaped incision. Excess fat, skin, and tissue are removed, and the breast is sculpted into a smaller, more attractive shape. The exact technique may vary depending on your specific anatomy and goals. Breast reduction surgery can be a very rewarding and liberating procedure. Plastic surgeons' breast reduction patients report a very high level of satisfaction with their results.