Breast Augmentation

Augmentation Mammaplasty

Purpose

Breast Augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed on women. The size and firmness of the breast is very important to us for our self-confidence. This procedure is ideal for those who have not developed their desired breast size, and for those who have perhaps lost breast tissue after breast feeding or weight loss. The breast is increased to the desired size by inserting an implant behind the breast tissue. Incisions are usually made in the natural crease under the breast although it is possible to insert the implant through the nipple or armpit area.

Procedure

Breast implants are generally placed in front of or behind the muscle in breast augmentation, depending on the quality and thickness of the breast tissue. Unfortunately breast tissue is changes all the time and a decision is made at the time of consultation and may not be able to sustain its results in long term. Mr Khan's unique approach to breast enhancement using the Muscle Splitting Technique has been published in the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal in the USA (see Mr Khan's Profile for more information).

This technique has the ability to give most natural results with the capacity to adept normal breast changes seen in a breast. Mr Khan does all his breast augmentation procedures using this technique where the implant is placed through the breast crease and is partly covered by the muscle, where the muscle lies in front of and behind the implant at the same time. The muscle is not detached from the ribs making it a body and muscle friendly technique that allows the patient to go home same day with out having drains. Most of the patients are able to perform routine activities with in a week and exercises and jobs involving heavy work or lifting are left little longer. The technique gives the most natural results with a nice cleavage, and has the capacity to give longer lasting results. Routine body weight, body fat and breast changes; especially seen after pregnancy, are tolerated better to give the breasts a natural shape for longer period of time.

Results

The breasts should be larger, and asymmetric breasts can be evened up. The results will be permanent, but further surgery may be needed if problems arise. All breast implant surgery will leave some scarring.

Risks

General risks associated with any surgical procedure apply. The surgeon will discuss all associated risks with you in detail. The most common risk with breast implants is capsular contracture, although the risk is low. This happens when the layer of scar tissue that the body normally grows around the implant contracts, causing the implant to lose its original shape and softness. Capsular contracture can sometimes be painful, and the implant may need to be removed and replaced.