BREAST ENLARGEMENT (AUGMENTATION)
Is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman's breast for several reasons.
If you feel your breasts are too small in proportion to the rest of your body, to correct a reduction in breast volume after pregnancy, to balance a difference in breast size or as a reconstructive technique following breast surgery.
Dr. Beninger is one of the most experienced breast augmentation surgeons in Ontario, Canada and he strives to make the enlargement as real, and as natural as possible. This procedure can enhance your appearance and boost your self confidence, however before you decide be sure to think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with Dr. Beninger.
The best candidates for breast enlargement are women who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you are realistic in your expectations and physically healthy then you may be a good candidate.
A breast implant is a silicone rubber envelope filled with either silicone gel or a salt-water solution known as saline. Occasionally, breast implants may break or leak. Rupture can occur as a result of injury or even from the normal compression and movement of your breast and implant, causing the man made shell to leak.
If a saline filled implant breaks, the implant will deflate usually within a few hours, and the salt water will be harmlessly absorbed by the body.
If a gel filled implant breaks, one of two things may happen. If the shell breaks but the scar capsule around the implant does not, you may not detect any change. It may cause a thickening and contraction of the scar tissue around the implant which may cause a change in the shape or firming of the breast.
Both types of breaks may require a second operation and replacement of the leaking implant. In some cases, it may not be possible to remove all silicone gel in the breast tissue if rupture should occur.
At present Implant manufacturers guarantee their implants for the life of the patient, and if the implant does rupture, the company will supply a new implant at no charge. You will be responsible for the costs involved with the surgery of replacing the implant.
Pregnancy and breast feeding are not affected by breast implantation. There is no evidence that breast implants cause breast cancer, they may change the way mammography is done to detect cancer. When you have a routine mammogram be sure to go to a radiology center where technicians are experienced in the special techniques required to get a reliable x-ray of a breast with an implant.
In the initial consultation Dr. Beninger will evaluate your health and explain which surgical techniques are most appropriate for you, based on the condition of your breasts and skin tone.
If the breasts are sagging Dr. Beninger may suggest a breast lift. (Mastopexy). You may also want to ask for the manufacturers insert that comes with the implant that will be used so that you will be fully informed. Dr. Beninger will also discuss the known risks associated with implants to ensure that you are well informed.
In preparation for your surgery Information is provided on this site together with what to prepare the day of your surgery Dr. Beninger performs all of the procedures personally in a private surgical facility, which has state of the art equipment and is certified by CAAPS.
Following your surgery, you may wear a gauze dressing or surgical bra. There will be some swelling and discoloration that will gradually disappear. You should not engage in vigorous activities, especially raising your arms, for up to three weeks. You should be able to return to work within a week or two.
Dr. Beninger has extensive experience in performing these procedures explained on this site and is happy to answer your questions.
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