How long does breast augmentation surgery take?
The actual surgery itself takes about one hour. However, it’s best to block off a four-hour period from the time it takes to get to the surgery until the time it takes to get home.
What is the difference between breast augmentation and implants?
Breast augmentation is the surgical procedure that augments (increases the size of) the breasts. Breast implants are the breast prostheses themselves.
What are the symptoms of leaking breast implants?
Implant rupture is not common. With saline implants, you’ll notice right away as the salt water leaks out and is absorbed by the body.
With silicone implant ruptures, while you may notice a very subtle change in shape, you may not notice any change at all. To detect a silicone gel implant rupture, you would need an MRI.
Do I need to change my breast implants every 10 years?
No. There is no standard time period where you have to change your implants. If you are happy with your implants and the size, and there is no evidence of leaking or rupture, you can keep your implants in forever. Keep in mind, that the risk of implant leaking will increase as the implants get older, so some women prefer to change them after about 10 years just to be safe.
Also, the technology changes over time, so the implants that are available in 10 years may be better than the implants you get now, and you may want to change them. If you get breast implants, you should at least be aware that you will likely want to have another breast surgery in your lifetime.
What other procedures can you get with Breast Augmentation?
The most commonly performed additional surgeries often involve procedures like lower body lift, liposuction, body lift and tummy tucks, which can complement a breast augmentation.
What is the most requested breast augmentation?
Silicone breast implants rank as the most commonly chosen variety, featuring a silicone shell housing a semi-solid silicone gel.