rnrnBreast Augmentation Surgery can help your self-confidence<\/strong> if :rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- you have smaller breasts<\/strong><\/li>\n
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- youu00a0 have lost breast volume<\/strong> due to weight loss<\/li>\n
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- want to achieve a rounded breast shape<\/strong> or improve breast size asymmetry<\/strong><\/li>\n
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rn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrnFor severely sagging breasts<\/strong>, Breast Lift<\/i><\/strong> may be required along with a Breast Augmentation<\/i>.<\/strong> Your plastic surgeon will decide the surgery required to make the breast fuller.rnrnTo increase the volume, breast implants<\/strong> are used or the surgery for fat transfer is performed.rnrnTwo most common types of Breast Implantsu00a0<\/strong>rn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\nrn<\/p>\n| Saline Breast implants<\/strong><\/td>\n rn<\/p>\n Silicone Breast implants<\/strong><\/td>\n rn<\/tr>\n rn<\/p>\n rn<\/p>\n| Filled with sterile salt water.<\/td>\n rn<\/p>\n | Filled with silicone gel.<\/td>\n rn<\/tr>\n rn<\/p>\n | rn<\/p>\n| If the implant shell leaks, it will collapse, which then gets absorbed and excreted by the body.<\/td>\n rn<\/p>\n | If the implant leaks, it will not collapse.u00a0 The gel may escape into the breast implant pocket.<\/td>\n rn<\/tr>\n rn<\/p>\n | rn<\/p>\n| They are FDA-approved for women age 18 or older<\/td>\n rn<\/p>\n | They are FDA-approved for women age 22 or older<\/td>\n rn<\/tr>\n rn<\/p>\n | rn<\/p>\n| They provide uniform shape and firmness<\/td>\n rn<\/p>\n | The gel provides a natural feel and appearance.<\/td>\n rn<\/tr>\n rn<\/p>\n | rn<\/p>\n| May “ripple” at the top or shift with time, but patients do not usually replace them as they do not find them bothersome<\/td>\n rn<\/p>\n | Have a lower chance of rippling. However, you may need to visit your plastic surgeon for regular check-ups, and an ultrasound or MRI screening may be needed to assess the condition of breast implants.<\/td>\n rn<\/tr>\n rn<\/tbody>\n rn<\/table>\n rnBreast implants Shapes and Texture<\/strong>rnrnRound and Tear-drop (anatomical) are two<\/strong> basic implant shapes. Your current breast shape, proportions are considered while suggesting the implant shapes to be used.rnrnTear drop implants<\/strong> cost more than round implants<\/strong>. They come in different dimensions and fit different body frames. If you prefer more side-boob or cleavage,u00a0 you can choose this. Tear drop implants also u2018liftu2019<\/strong> a slightly sagging breast.rnrnStructured Breast Implants<\/strong>rnrnStructured implants are filled with sterile salt water<\/strong>. Its inner structure gives the implant a natural feel. A structured implant adapts easily to curves and maintains its shape <\/strong>and smoothness. <\/strong>rnrnHere are comparisons of the Ideal Structured implant<\/strong> with some different types of Saline and Silicone implants available currently for breast surgery.rnrnGummy Bear Breast Implants<\/strong>rnrnGummy bear breast implants are sometimes called so as they maintain their shape<\/strong> even if they break.rnrnAdvantages<\/strong> of Gummy bear breast implants:rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- The consistency of the gel is thicker<\/strong> than traditional silicone gel.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - These implants are firmer<\/strong> than traditional implants.<\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn rnrnNOTE:u00a0<\/strong>rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- If a shaped gummy bear breast implant rotates<\/strong>, it may lead to a peculiar shape and appearance of the breast, which can require surgery for correction. This is because it has more projection at the bottom and is tapered towards the top.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Placement of gummy bear implants requires a slightly longer incision<\/strong> in the skin.<\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrnRound Breast Implants<\/strong>rnrnRound breast implants have a tendency to make breasts appear fuller than form-stable implants. Higher profile options can achieve even more projection.rnrnAdvantages<\/strong> of Round breast implants: Round implants have less chance of rotating out of place since they are shaped the same<\/strong> all over.rnrnSmooth Breast Implants<\/strong>rnrnSmooth breast implants give the softest feeling<\/strong>. They feel natural<\/strong> since they move with the breast implant.rnrn![\"Breast](\"https:\/\/mtctheme.medicaltourismco.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/archive\/2020\/03\/Breast-Implant-Horzontal.png\") rn<\/p>\nThe above picture shows the difference between a smooth and textured implant<\/h5>\nrn rnrnNOTE:u00a0<\/strong>Smooth implants may have some visible rippling<\/strong> under the skin.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrnTextured Breast Implants<\/strong>rnrnTextured breast implants can cause scar tissue to stick<\/strong> to the implant, making it less likely to move around and shift.rnrnAdvantages<\/strong> of Textured breast implants: Textured breast implants reduce the risk of a tight scar capsule.rnrnrnrnNOTE: <\/strong>Textured breast implants are linked to a type of rare cancer known as anaplastic large-cell lymphoma.<\/strong>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rn<\/p>\nFat Transfer Breast Augmentation Surgery<\/h3>\nrnIn Fat transfer Breast Surgery, fat from another part of your body<\/strong> is used to create the desired breast volume. Fat is usually removed from your thighs, belly, and buttocks<\/strong> by liposuction.<\/strong>rn<\/p>\nThe above picture shows an example of Fat transfer surgery.<\/i><\/h6>\nrnAdvantages<\/strong> of Fat Transfer Breast Surgery :rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- It is reported that there is a sensation and has a soft feel.<\/strong><\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Fat used is from an area where you usually donu2019t want it.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - It uses body tissue instead of an artificial implant.<\/strong><\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn rnrnNOTE:u00a0<\/strong>rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- You are usually required to wear the Brava device or an external tissue expander for four more weeks before and after the fat injections.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Fat injected may get reabsorbed<\/strong> into the body resulting in loss of some breast volume.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Some fat cells can stimulate cell growth and doctors are concerned that fat injected into the breast area may cause dormant breast cancer cells to grow; more research is needed to find out if this is true.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Necrosis<\/strong> – Some fat that was injected into the breast may die resulting in pain and bleeding, and sores.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Breast Reduction <\/strong>or Reduction Mammoplasty<\/strong><\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrnBreast Reduction Surgery involves the removal of excess skin, fat and glandular tissue<\/strong> from the breast. This surgery helps you to attain a breast size proportionate<\/strong> to your body.rnrnAdvantages<\/strong> of Breast Reduction Surgery: This surgery can help with discomfort caused by large breasts like back or neck pain, skin rashes, difficulty exercising, or poor self-image.rnrnrnrnNOTE:u00a0<\/strong>rnrnAn alternative remedy like a suitable weight loss program<\/strong> can also result in changes in your breast size.rnrnBreast Reduction Surgery is recommended for women of all ages<\/strong>, even young teens. However, it is better to be educated that Breast Reduction Surgery might lead to risks likern<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- Difficulty<\/strong> in breastfeeding<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Temporary bruising<\/strong><\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Scarring<\/strong><\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Loss of sensation<\/strong> in the nipples and areolae<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Differences between left and right breasts, like the difference in size, shape, and symmetry,<\/strong> which might lead to further surgeries.<\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrnMale Breast Reduction Surgery<\/strong>rnrnBreast Reduction Surgery in men is performed for a condition known as Gynecomastia<\/strong>, where there is an enlargement of glandular tissue in men.rnrnThis is a cosmetic breast surgery that removes excess fat and glandular tissue and restores a masculine contour to the chest. About 40 to 60 percent<\/strong> of men or boys are affected by Gynecomastia.rn<\/p>\nBreast Reconstruction or Reconstructive (plastic) Surgery<\/h3>\nrnBreast Reconstruction Surgery is a type of aesthetic surgery<\/strong>, performed to recreate your breast with the desired contour, appearance, and volume, generally after Mastectomy or Lumpectomy.rnrnThis is performed to re-create a breast<\/strong> using either tissue taken from another part of the body or synthetic implants, which impacts the cost of the surgery.rnrnBreast Reconstruction Surgery<\/strong> can be performed months or years after mastectomy or lumpectomy. It is better to discuss the advantages and disadvantages at length with the surgeon as some patients decide to go flat after mastectomy.rnrnPatients may also opt-out<\/strong> of the reconstruction surgery and choose to go flat.rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- Implant Reconstruction Surgery: <\/strong>In Implant Reconstruction Surgery, a customized breast shape is created with an artificial implant.<\/strong><\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n- Autologous Reconstruction Surgery: <\/strong>For Autologous Reconstruction Surgery, your plastic surgeon will use tissue<\/strong> from another place on your body, or both.<\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn<\/p>\n The picture above shows an example of Autologous Reconstruction Surgery.<\/em><\/h6>\nrnAdvantages of Implant Reconstruction Surgery:<\/strong>Breast reconstruction can help you to recover<\/strong> from the sad feeling and stress you might be going through after losing a breast.rnrnrnrnNOTE:<\/strong>rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- Breast reconstruction doesn’t restore sensation<\/strong> to the breast or the nipple. The reconstructed breast will not feel like the original breast. Skin on the breast can be sensitive to touch.<\/strong><\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Other types of breast surgeries include Breast Cancer Surgery for removal of cancer in the breast and surgery for abscess u201cremovalu201d<\/strong> in the breast.<\/li>\n
rn<\/ul>\n rn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n Common types of Breast Cancer Surgeries<\/h2>\n rnrnBreast surgery recommended for Breast cancer depends on the type<\/strong> of breast cancer and the size and location of the tumor. The amount of tissue required to be removed determines the type of surgery.rnrnOften some lymph nodes<\/strong> also are removed<\/strong> during breast surgery, which helps to test the presence and spread of the cancer cells. This can help the doctor in further treatment after surgery.rn<\/p>\nLumpectomy<\/h3>\nrn rnrnOther Names of Lumpectomy:<\/strong> Breast-Conserving Surgery, Partial Mastectomy, Re-Excision, Quadrantectomy, Wedge Resection, or a Segmental Mastectomy<\/em>.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrnIn Lumpectomy, the tumor is removed<\/strong> along with a small margin of normal tissue around the tumor. Most of the breast remains intact.rnrnHowever, the volume of tissue surgically removed varies<\/strong>. For instance, Quadrantectomy deals with the removal of nearly a quarter of the breast.rnrnThe surgeon will discuss with you about how much of the breast will be surgically removed and what kind of scar<\/strong> may be left after the surgery.rn<\/p>\nMastectomy<\/h3>\nrnMastectomy deals with surgical removal of one or both breasts<\/strong>. The most common reason to opt for a mastectomy is to reduce your risk<\/strong> of developing breast cancer in the future.rnrnHowever, mastectomies are also performed for other reasons like Gender Reassignment Surgery. In Breast cancer patients<\/strong>, the breast surgery recommended depends on how far cancer has spread. A mastectomy can help treat :rn<\/p>\nrn t<\/p>\n- Carcinoma in situ<\/em>:<\/strong> Here, the cancer cells do not grow into or invade healthy tissues within or outside the breast. u00a0Hence, non-invasive cancer like DCIS -Ductal carcinoma in situ (u201cin the same placeu201d) stays within the milk ducts. the most common type of Non-invasive breast cancer.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Stage 0, 1, 2, and 3 breast cancer:<\/strong> A mastectomy can avoid the spread of Breast cancer to more distant parts of the body.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - IBC (Inflammatory breast cancer)<\/em>:<\/strong> Mastectomy in this type of aggressive cancer is usually performed before Mastectomy.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Pagetu2019s disease<\/em>:<\/strong> This is a non-invasive form of cancer with symptoms like red, flaky skin similar to psoriasis, on the nipple or the areola. This is not aggressive but Mastectomy helps as this is usually associated with cancer in the same breast.<\/li>\n
rn t<\/p>\n - Locally recurrent breast cancer<\/em>:<\/strong> A mastectomy may be necessary if cancer returns to a breast or area of the breast. Type of Mastectomy recommended for a patient depends on factors likern\n
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