Let’s understand some of the topmost cosmetic surgery for breasts which have become popular in 2020:
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is also known as augmentation mammoplasty which is used to increase the size, appearance, and contour of the woman’s breast. Women choose to consider this surgical procedure for different reasons. Some feel that the breast has changed after pregnancy, some feel it is small, and others want to correct the breast symmetry.
How is the procedure performed?
This procedure is performed with implants and it can be replaced under the chest or over it. The incision is placed in the armpit, areola, or lower breast fold. Generally, all of them are minimally invasive procedures.
Where the incision is made, an endoscope is inserted which is a thin tube with a small light and camera.
How breast Implants are made?
Breast implants are made from a silicone shell filled with saline or silicone gel. A woman can choose the desired size by fitting the trial implants. Currently, saline implants are extremely common. On the other hand, silicone gel-filled implants are banned by the FDA.
The augmentation procedure is simple and your surgeon will let you know about the risk factors included with it. You must inform the doctor about your expectations but make sure they are realistic. Consulting the board-certified plastic surgeon is going to help you get the best results.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction is used by women who have large and heavy breasts. It can result in discomfort, back, and neck pain. In some cases, there can be weakness and numbness.
How is the procedure performed?
During the procedure excess fat, skin, and breast tissue are removed. Following the surgery, breast reduction can result in a change in breast sensation along with that woman is not able to breastfeed. Following the surgery, women find relief with the pain and discomfort.
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction surgery is performed in women who choose to undergo mastectomy for breast cancer treatment. This procedure is going to create a breast with the desired contour, appearance, and volume you want.
The contour, volume, and appearance of the breast will be recreated with implants or with the help of a woman’s tissue. If the implant is used, then its size is to match the opposite side of the breast.
The breast can be created again with the help of a woman’s tissue. At times, the lower abdominal wall can be used. In some cases, surgery is required on the normal breast to create symmetry with the breast newly constructed.
Breast Lifts (Mastopexy)
In some cases, women are not able to support the breast weight and this can make the breast sag. With this condition is known as ptosis, the skin is too much compared with the breast tissue. The excess skin is removed which helps to give it a lift. Different surgical techniques are included in it and your doctor is going to tell you which one will suit you the best. If you have any doubt, then book your consultation today only.