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Breast
Enlargement (Breast Augmentation) Overview Breast augmentation (augmentation mammaplasty) is a surgical procedure which aims to increase the size and shape of the breasts. It may also be suitable to correct asymmetry of the breasts. The procedure involves the placement of an implant either behind the breast tissue or under the chest wall (pectoral) muscle. The insertion of an implant will push or help lift the breast tissue forward, making the breast appear larger and more full. Frequently Asked Questions • Why do women choose to have breast augmentation? • What are my options? • How do I select the size? • What type of anaesthetic? • How many times should I see Mr Banwell before the operation? • What happens after the operation? • Will I have any pain? • What is the life expectancy of implants? • Are silicone implants safe? • What are the risks? • Are there any other issues regarding breast implants? • How about breast feeding? • What costs are involved? Please contact Mr Paul Banwell’s office, and his staff can answer any questions you may have and can arrange for a quote and information regarding the procedure to be sent to you. Why do women choose to have breast augmentation? 1. To increase the size of their breasts. 2. To regain fullness, lost due to breast feeding and/or age. 3. To balance asymmetric breasts. 4. To improve self esteem. What are my options? Options exist with regard to: 1. The type of implant used. 2. The shape of implant used. 3. Where the incision is made in which the implant will be placed through. 4. The pocket or plane in which the implant can be positioned. Implant choices 1. Saline or silicone gel filled implants 2. Smooth surface or textured surface. Textured implants can be ‘macro’ or ‘micro’ 3. Round or tear-dropped (anatomical) shape 4. Low, medium or high profile projection implants Incision choices The incision can be made either in the axilla (arm-pit), circumarealar (around the lower half of the nipple/areolar) or inframammary (underneath the breast in the breast fold). Pocket choices The implant can be placed on top of the pectoralis major muscle (subglandular) or underneath the pectoralis major muscle (submuscular). The choices are dependent on specific patients needs and expected outcomes. Mr Paul Banwell will assist you in making an informed and appropriate choice of implant, incision site and pocket placement that is tailored to best suit you. How do I select the size? During your consultation we will discuss the size which may suit your height, body shape and existing breast tissue. However, the final decision regarding exactly what size breast implants are used is up to you, the patient. We have a range of trial implants that we encourage you to try on (inside a crop-top) so that you can assess what size may best suit you, although this is only a rough guide. In addition, Mr Banwell will suggest other methods at the time of consultation. What type of anaesthetic? Mr Banwell recommends a general anaesthetic undertaken by a specialist anaesthetist. The operation is generally performed either as a day case or an overnight stay. The use of surgical drains may or may not be required after the operation. How many times should I see Mr Banwell before the operation? Mr Paul Banwell generally likes to see you at least twice prior to your surgery, although he welcomes and encourages you to visit as many times as you require to allay any concerns you may have about your surgery and at the same time confirm the size, look and expected outcome you are trying to achieve. The consultations are also to ensure that you are fully informed of what the procedure involves and the potential risks. |
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