Breast Augmentation Surgery for an Improved Bust Line

If you think your overall appearance and self image is affected because of small, undeveloped breasts, breast augmentation surgery can help. The procedure is aimed at giving you an improved bust line by increasing the size and shape of your breasts. Woman who have genetically small breasts, or whose breasts have lost firmness following pregnancy or dieting also opt for breast enhancement surgery. This procedure can restore lost volume and the youthful appeal of the breasts. Breast enhancement is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures today. Surveys report that most women who have undergone surgery to augment their breasts are satisfied with the results.

Surgical Options for Breast Enhancement

If you are considering a breast enlargement procedure, the first step should be finding a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon. Once it is determined that you are a good candidate for the surgery, the surgeon will decide which augmentation method will help you achieve your goals. Two methods are used: breast implants and fat transfer.

Breast implants are of two types: saline and silicone gel implants. They come in various sizes and shapes and your surgeon will help you choose the one that will suit your physical proportions. These FDA-approved implants feature a silicone outer shell. Saline implants are filled with a saline solution after they are placed, while silicone implants come pre-filled with a soft gel solution. Silicone gel breast implants have a more natural look and feel.

For saline implant, an inch-long incision is fine, whereas silicone implants require an inch and a half long incision. The location of incision may be under the breast tissue or muscle, around the nipple or under the arm, depending on factors such as age, breast anatomy, implant type and so on. With implants, there is the risk of rupture and contracture. But ruptures can be detected and the implant replaced.

The fat transfer method is becoming increasingly popular as it offers much more natural looking results compared to implants. Excess fat in areas such as hips, abdomen and thighs is removed, purified, and injected into breasts of the patient to enhance the shape and size. The use of one's own fat reduces the risks involved with implants. The fat is removed via liposuction, improving the contour of the donor site.

Regardless of the technique used, breast enhancement surgery can correct many breast-related anomalies such as asymmetry, poor volume and size, and disproportionate shape. To ensure safe and optimal results, it's important that your procedure is performed by the right plastic surgeon. The surgeon should have experience in cosmetic breast surgery and operate in an AAAASF-accredited surgical center. Improving your bust line through breast augmentation surgery not only boosts self-esteem, it also regains your youthful figure.