Breast Implants - Knowing Your Options

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Within the United States, most implants are saline - simply salt water, encased in a silicone envelope. The solution may also contain other chemicals. Even with saline breast implants, you still have a little bit of silicone in your body. Your other option is the silicone gel, which is regaining popularity after some earlier health concerns.

The advantage of saline fillings is that should a rupture occur, the salt water is dissolved by your body with no adverse side effects. The disadvantage is that saline implants can show ripples or look less natural, especially in women that are naturally small. The new silicone gel implants provide a more natural look and feel. Studies were unable to link silicone implants to autoimmune diseases. However, you should discuss with your surgeon which type is best for you, based on your medical history.

Should you decide to have augmentation surgery, you will have many things to consider:
1. A textured or smooth envelope
2. A teardrop or round shape
3. The profile of the envelope once it's implanted
4. The volume in cubic centimeters (usually between 120 cc and 800 cc)
5. Saline or silicone filling

There are many considerations when making your choices, which is why you and your surgeon will discuss what's best for you during your consultation. Textured envelopes reduce the chance of capsular contraction developing. In fact, it was the reason they came to market. The problem with textured breast implants is that they are likely to be visible through the skin. Of course, placement plays a role in this, but in most cases, they can be seen.

Your goals will determine the shape and volume of the breast implant. It will also determine where their placement. The best location for your implants will depend on your personal anatomy, the size you choose, and several other factors, which you and your surgeon will discuss.

When the fluid filled envelope is placed under the breast tissue but above the muscle in the chest, it is called a sub glandular placement. When it is placed under the breast tissue and partially under the chest muscles, it is called a partial sub-muscular placement. Finally, there is the complete sub-muscular placement, which occurs when it is placed completely under the chest muscles.

There are four types of incisions that are used in augmentation procedures. Breast augmentation is a cosmetic surgery procedure so it just makes sense that you are going to want the least noticeable scar, which is why you and your surgeon will discuss what's right for you.

The inframammary incision is placed where the breast and chest meet near the crease. The peri-areolar incision is placed along the outline of the areola, which is the pigmented area around the nipple. A transaxillary incision is when the incision is placed in the folds of the skin of your armpit. Finally, there is the TUBA incision, which is when an incision is made within the navel. This is a more complex procedure but the big advantage is that there are no scars on the upper chest.

Breast enlargement surgery involves personal choices and knowing what your options are means you'll be better equipped to intelligently discuss those options when you meet your surgeon for your consultation.

In the United States, many women choose to get breast implants to enhance their appearance. If you're considering this procedure, you need to consider your options and what the surgery involves. Visit U.S.A. Plastic Surgery to see your options. www.usaplasticsurgery.com/asps_breast_augmentation.html

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