Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to enhance the size and shape of the breasts by inserting implants.

Types of Implant

There are different types of implants available.

All implants are synthetic silicone rubber shells filled with a silicone gel or a saline (saltwater) solution.

The outer wall of the implant may be smooth or textured (rough-surfaced). Generally, rough-surfaced implants do not need to be massaged postoperatively. Smooth implants may need to be massaged to help prevent scar contracture.

Your surgeon will recommend the particular type of implant that he feels is most appropriate for you.

Breast Implant Surgical Procedure

On the day of surgery, the proposed implant site, the creases under the breast and the incision sites will be marked on your skin either in your hospital room or the pre-op area of the operating room.

The location of your incision is based on your personal preference, your body type and your surgeon recommendation.

Your doctor usually places the implant under your breast muscle in a pocket. The space in the pocket allows your breasts to feel soft.

This is the inframammary fold, this hides the incision as the breast shape covers this site.

An implant is inserted in order to achieve the look you have chosen. Once the desired look is achieved, the pocket is closed.

The incision is closed and your doctor places either a surgical bra or bandage over the incision, depending on what seems best in your case.