Friday, June 3, 2016

Some Facts Concerning Breast Augmentation Michigan Residents Will Find Helpful

By Janet West


Breast augmentation (also termed mammoplasty) is arguably the most common cosmetic surgery performed in Southfield. Growing media influence is one of the forces behind the increased demand for the procedure just as is the case with other cosmetic operations. Larger breasts have become a preference among many women. If they intend to have breast augmentation Michigan residents need to know a number of things beforehand.

There are a number of other indications of mammoplasty apart from the cosmetic reasons. Abnormally small breasts may be seen in some cases of developmental disorders. This is referred to as mammary hypoplasia. It is corrected by increasing the amount of tissue with the breasts or inserting prosthesis. The other reason as to why the same may be needed is effecting a sex change (when a feminine appearance is desired).

One of two types of prostheses can be used. The first type is made of a rubber shell then pre-filled with silicone gel before being inserted surgically into position. Its main advantage is that it has the more natural feel. The second type also has an outer shell made of rubber. Once the shell has been put into position, it is filled with saline. This makes it possible to conduct the operation through small surgical incisions.

In preparing for the operation, there are a number of things that have to be done. Undergoing a physical examination and having some blood tests help in risk assessment. The presence of liver or renal disease or bleeding disorders may mean that the procedure be delayed until such conditions have been managed. If one is a smoker or if they are on drugs that may affect coagulation, they are advised to stop them for about two weeks before and after the surgery.

General anesthesia is typically used since this surgery is classified as a major operation. With general anesthesia, you will remain unconscious until the operation is completed. The surgeon will make an incision below or above the breast depending on your presence and then create a small pocket into which the implant will be placed. The wound will then be closed using sutures and dressed.

Complications may be encountered due to the operation or the implant. Those resulting from the surgery may include infections, excessive bleeding, scar tissue formation and nerve injuries among others. Those that arise from the implant include rupture of the implant. Leakage, displacement and formation of skin creases over the breast tissue. Fortunately, these complications are uncommon.

You will require a few days to recover. As you leave the hospital, the doctor will prescribe some analgesic drugs and antibiotics to keep possible infections in check. It is important that you avoid strenuous physical activity especially in the first two weeks as healing takes place. The breasts, should be handled with utmost caution at this time to prevent wound breakdown.

When it comes to breast augmentation, it is important to remember that results are bound to vary from one person to another. This is due to a number of reasons that include reason for the operation, the magnitude of the problem, surgical skill and the presence or absence of complications particularly in the immediate postoperative period. Over time, the benefits of surgery are bound to be lost due to the effect of surgery which results in significant sagging.




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