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Breast Augmentation Surgery in India

by Rishabh
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The bulky or heavy-looking breast which once seemed a mirage can now be seen in reality. Breast augmentation is one such method. Women can opt for this surgery due to several reasons. The reasons may revolve around the underdeveloped breast, the disproportion of the breast, or changes in the size of the breast after breastfeeding or pregnancy. Breast augmentation (breast implant surgery) is one of the most sought-after treatments for improving the size and shape of the breast. Breast implant surgery is also recognized as a boob job, augmentation mammoplasty, or breast enlargement.

What is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation surgery, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is the process in which the implants are placed below the breast to broaden or enlarge the size of the breast. The different factors on which the type and size of implants are done are the thickness of the skin, the elasticity of the skin, body type and breast anatomy. The surgery is performed to increase fullness, restore breast volume lost after weight reduction or pregnancy and to improve the overall symmetry of the breast.

Breast Implant Surgery

  • Enlarge small breast
  • Can reconstruct the breast following mastectomy
  • Can add more volume to the breast after weight loss or pregnancy
  • Can help in reshaping the asymmetric breast

Types of Breast Implants

  • Saline Breast Implant: These implants have saltwater (saline solution) within the pliable silicone shell. A saline breast implant is a secure procedure but problems like deflation, sloshing, and rippling can occur.
  • Silicon Breast Implant: Silicone implants are the most commonly used and have circular or teardrop shape (anatomic)

Before Breast Implant Surgery

Before starting the surgery, a thorough medical examination is done to know the breast design which includes symmetry, size and in accordance with the rest of the body. Medical tests are also conducted to know if there is any breast disease. The size of the implant to be chosen depends on different factors.

  • The size of the chest
  • The skin covering of the chest
  • Your expectation/desire
  • The quantity of the breast tissue
  • Droopy or saggy breast after breastfeeding

Baseline mammograms and blood tests are done.

Incisions Breast Augmentation

Here are different approaches for breast augmentation- inframammary and circum areolar approach.

  • Infra Mammary: An incision of about 5 cm is made by the surgeon below the breast so that the final scar is on the crease under the breast. As this part of the breast is not so visible, many women opt for access from this part only.
  • Circum Areolar: In this, the incision is made in the areola’s lower half of the circle and it is generally for those women who in the future do not want to plan any more pregnancies. This is so because the milking apparatus gets injured after the incision has been made.

The not so frequently used technique is Trans Axillary, where an incision is made in the crease of the underarm area. The access is made from the navel using by using TUBA breast augmentation (Trans Umbilical). The 2 approaches are achievable only with saline implants.

Who should consider Breast Augmentation?

  • Clothes that fit well around your hips are often too large at the bustline
  • Your breast has become smaller and lost its firmness after having children
  • You feel conscious wearing a swimsuit or body-fitted top
  • You are bothered by the feeling that your breast are too small.

Procedure for Breast Augmentation

The procedure of breast augmentation is done under local anesthesia and the surgery takes approximately two hours to finish. Locations required for placing the implant-

  • Under the muscle (submuscular)
  • Dual plane ( the upper part below the muscle and the lower is under the gland)
  • Under the gland

The emphasis is on making a particular pocket by taking into consideration the implant type along with the different breast characteristics. To check the sufficiency of the pocket, disposable sizes are used. To keep away from any kind of complications and to put the correct size implant in the pocket, the no-touch technique is used.

Post Breast Augmentation

The period after the surgery is satisfying and very much tolerable. The patients can face little discomfort, swelling or stretching and sometimes bruising can also be expected. After 3 days’ time, the patients can start their routine activities. There can be a little breast sensation, but the sensation reduces after a few weeks.

Cost of Breast Augmentation Surgery in India

Breast Augmentation Surgery cost is around $4200 in India. It has become very popular as they are available at very affordable prices. Many patients from across the world visit to seek breast implant surgery in India. The treatment is carried out in many Indian cities having some of the best hospitals equipped with the latest technologies.

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FAQs For Breast Augmention Procedure

There are several benefits of Breast Augmentation among which some of them are:

  • Enhance the appearance by adding volume to the breast.
  • Adjust for a decrease in the size of the breasts after pregnancy.
  • Correct uneven breasts after breast surgery for other conditions.

Both implants have a silicone shell, however, silicone implants are packed with a fixed quantity of silicone gel and it gives a more natural feel to patients. Saline implants are filled with a chosen degree of fullness with saline solution. You can discuss the same with your doctor before your procedure.

The pain totally depends on the placement of the implant and incisions, as well as on the patient’s capability. The patient can feel tired and have some soreness for a few days after this procedure. Breasts can have swollen as well as be very sensitive to touch for 1 month approximately. These swelling and pain can reduce after a few weeks. Doctors can prescribe pain medicines for the same.

Your doctor will be asking about your desire for your breast shape and size in the first consultation. The doctor will examine the shape of your body, the size of your chest to know what size can be achieved from this procedure. He will also suggest which cup size you are going to get after the procedure.

Now days Silicone implants are frequently used for Breast Enlargement procedures. In your consultation doctor will examine you and discuss the same with you.

Yes your breast will be natural after the swelling reduced.

As per the studies, there is no risk of breast cancer after this procedure.

Those women’s who have sagging breasts is called ptosis. These women can also undergo Breast augmentation. It depends on the quantity of breast sag, sometimes doctor can prescribe other procedure as well.

Many females lose some nipple sensation after breast augmentation surgery.

It has been suggested to patients that they should start walking just after the surgery. The patient should not start strong physical exercise such as Weight lifting, jogging, biking, etc. for at least six weeks. It can shift implant position as well as create problems in the healing of wounds.

There are some guidelines that should be remembered after the procedure like Upper arm movements, lifting heavier weight. You should be careful with these activities.

After breast augmentation scars are very small and they can easily hide under your breast or be covered with your bra.

Breast implants do not actually expire but it is not guaranteed that they last for a lifetime. The average saline or silicone implant may last anywhere from 10 to 20 years. The implants can leak over time. Please note that the punctured implant is not a serious thing but you should go to your doctor and ask for the replacement of the implant.

Yes, you can have breastfeeding after breast augmentation. There is no worry as no silicon or saline passed to your breasts milk and it doesn’t affect your child as well.

Like other surgical procedures, there is always a risk in this procedure as well. The doctor will give you educational materials related to your procedure, which you can go through and discuss the same with your doctor. If we talk about risks, a patient can have some bleeding and infection in rare cases. If you feel the same you can consult your doctor.

At the time of your consultation doctor will thoroughly discuss with you your breast size desire after augmentation. According to the rule, every 125-150cc implant equals an increase in single-cup size but it is different for all patients.

You can drive once you stop pain medications and feel comfortable while driving.

Implants can be located at two places, maybe below or above muscles. You can discuss the same with your doctor.

You need to stay for at least one night after the procedure, this will be decided by the doctor. But you should come with an attendant who can help you with the effects of general anesthesia.

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