Breast Surgery
Breast enlargement / augmentation
Breast enlargement or augmentation involves placing a breast implant under the breast to enhance the size of the breast. Most women seeking this procedure would only want to have an increase in the size of their breast; however, some would like to have this done to correct asymmetry in the breast size. Drooping of the breast and asymmetry in the nipple areola complex will not be addressed by breast augmentation.
At Faces & Curves, the procedure usually starts with a comprehensive and individualised approach to breast augmentation surgery, noting the patient’s concern and safety as the top priority. Patients are then evaluated giving emphasis on their present medical conditions. Allergies, bleeding problems and medications taken are to be reviewed and when needed a cardio-pulmonary clearance will be required. Patients are then evaluated for any lumps in the breast which needs to be addressed prior to the procedure.
At Faces & Curves, an evaluation and a comprehensive discussion on the procedure is the first step. The discussion will focus on the size of the implant, position (above or below the muscle), type of implant to be used (silicone gel vs. saline; smooth vs. textured vs. polyurethane) and the site of incision placement (axillary, areola, breast fold, or belly button). Dr. Recasata will then provide you with the comprehensive information you need, for you to decide on the perfect procedure that would match your concern.
At Faces & Curves, the procedure usually starts with a comprehensive and individualised approach to breast augmentation surgery, noting the patient’s concern and safety as the top priority. Patients are then evaluated giving emphasis on their present medical conditions. Allergies, bleeding problems and medications taken are to be reviewed and when needed a cardio-pulmonary clearance will be required. Patients are then evaluated for any lumps in the breast which needs to be addressed prior to the procedure.
At Faces & Curves, an evaluation and a comprehensive discussion on the procedure is the first step. The discussion will focus on the size of the implant, position (above or below the muscle), type of implant to be used (silicone gel vs. saline; smooth vs. textured vs. polyurethane) and the site of incision placement (axillary, areola, breast fold, or belly button). Dr. Recasata will then provide you with the comprehensive information you need, for you to decide on the perfect procedure that would match your concern.
What to expect when you have a breast augmentation
- Anaesthesia: Sedation or general
- Location of operation: Faces & Curves Surgical Center or Hospital
- Length of surgery: 1-2 hours
- Length of stay: Outpatient (home on the same day), may require confinement.
- Discomfort: Moderate to severe pain under medication for 7-10 days
- Medications / smoking: (Aspirin, Vit. E, Gingko Biloba, etc.) Stop smoking at least 10 days prior to surgery and resumed 2 weeks thereafter. Antibiotics may be prescribed.
- Swelling and bruising: Will be mostly gone 2-3 weeks
- Dressing / bandages: Bandages are removed 5-7 days
- Removal of stitches: 5th and 7th day
- Complications: Prolonged swelling, bleeding, hematoma, infection, discolouration, fluid collection (seroma), extrusion of the implant which may warrant removal, asymmetry
- Return to work: You may do so 7-10 days, without heavy lifting
- Exercise: May be resumed on the 4th week
- Final result: Seen 3-6 months, scars will improve in a year
- Average cost: Available upon request
Breast Augmentation - Before & After Examples
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Breast reduction / breast lift
Breast reduction entails removal of excess skin, breast tissue and fat. This is the procedure of choice of many women with large heavy breast that causes severe neck and back pain, skin irritation, rashes under the breast and sometimes open wounds under the bra strap which is very annoying and most of the time interfere with quality of life.
The goal of the procedure is to restore the breast to its youthful appearance and shape. It moves the nipple areola complex to a higher position, reduces the size of the breast that is higher on the chest wall and is more cosmetically pleasing. The scars are usually placed around the areola with or without an inverted T scar below it.
Breast lift or mastopexy involves removal of the skin to bring back the breast to its normal level giving it a more youthful appearance. This is the procedure of choice for patients who are satisfied with their breast size but don’t want a sagging or drooping breast. As with breast reduction the scars are around the areola and an inverted T scar below it.
At Faces & Curves, the procedure usually starts with a comprehensive and individualised approach to breast reduction / breast lift surgery, noting the patient’s concern and safety as the top priority. Patients are then evaluated giving emphasis on their present medical conditions. Allergies, bleeding problems and medications taken are to be reviewed and when needed a cardio-pulmonary clearance will be required. Patients are then evaluated and informed on the predicted level of the nipple / areola complex as well as the amount of breast tissue to be taken out.
The goal of the procedure is to restore the breast to its youthful appearance and shape. It moves the nipple areola complex to a higher position, reduces the size of the breast that is higher on the chest wall and is more cosmetically pleasing. The scars are usually placed around the areola with or without an inverted T scar below it.
Breast lift or mastopexy involves removal of the skin to bring back the breast to its normal level giving it a more youthful appearance. This is the procedure of choice for patients who are satisfied with their breast size but don’t want a sagging or drooping breast. As with breast reduction the scars are around the areola and an inverted T scar below it.
At Faces & Curves, the procedure usually starts with a comprehensive and individualised approach to breast reduction / breast lift surgery, noting the patient’s concern and safety as the top priority. Patients are then evaluated giving emphasis on their present medical conditions. Allergies, bleeding problems and medications taken are to be reviewed and when needed a cardio-pulmonary clearance will be required. Patients are then evaluated and informed on the predicted level of the nipple / areola complex as well as the amount of breast tissue to be taken out.
What to expect when you have a breast reduction
- Anaesthesia: Sedation or general
- Location of operation: Faces & Curves Surgical Center or Hospital
- Length of surgery: 1-2 hours
- Length of stay: Outpatient (home on the same day), may require confinement.
- Discomfort: Moderate to severe pain under medication for 7-10 days
- Medications / smoking: (Aspirin, Vit. E, Gingko Biloba, etc.) Stop smoking at least 10 days prior to surgery and resumed 2 weeks thereafter. Antibiotics may be prescribed.
- Swelling and bruising: Will be mostly gone 2-3 weeks
- Dressing / bandages: Bandages are removed 5-7 days
- Removal of stitches: 5th and 7th day
- Complications: Prolonged swelling, bleeding, hematoma, infection, discolouration, fluid collection (seroma), extrusion of the implant which may warrant removal, asymmetry
- Return to work: You may do so 7-10 days, without heavy lifting
- Exercise: May be resumed on the 4th week
- Final result: Seen 3-6 months, scars will improve in a year
- Average cost: Available upon request
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