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Breast Augmentation · Breast Enlargement · Breast Implants |
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Breast augmentation, also known as breast implant surgery, is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures performed today. The procedure normally involves placing a silicone implant into a pocket formed beneath the breast tissue. When considering breast implant surgery, there are many decisions to make including the implant type, the pocket and the incision type.
There are three common types of incision used to augment the breast. The most common of these is an incision that is directly under the breast. Other choices include an incision around the areola or the armpit. The implants may be placed under the pectoralis muscle, under the breast or a combination of both in the dual-plane technique.
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Breast Implants - Procedural Information for Under Breast Implants
Dr Michael Miroshnik - Clinic located in Sydney |
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| Breast augmentation, also known as breast implants or augmentation mammoplasty, is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures performed today. Over time, various factors such as age, genetics, pregnancy, weight changes, sun exposure, and gravity can cause the shape and size of the breasts to change. Women who are not satisfied with the size of their breasts, or experience changes in breast appearance can achieve a shapelier, fuller breast with breast implant surgery. During the |
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breast implant procedure, an implant is placed inside a pocket formed in the breast tissue. This can help to increase and/or balance the size of the breast, restore breast volume, or restore the shape of the breast after a partial or total loss. It is very important to realise that breast augmentation cannot correct significantly sagging nor drooping breasts. In these instances, a breast lift may be necessary, which may be performed in conjunction with this implant procedure. |
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| Silicone implants are made of a silicone rubber shell and they are filled with silicone gel. There is no significant evidence to suggests silicone implants increase your risk for breast cancer, connective tissue disorders, or autoimmune disease. Modern silicone implants are far more superior to saline implants in terms of feel, shape & longevity. It is for these reasons that silicone implants represent the far majority of implants used for breast enlargement in Australia today. |
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The implants available differ in shape, texture, profile, width, height & volume. The type, style, and size of breast implants you choose are determined by your lifestyle, body contours, the amount of breast tissue you have, and also the cup size and appearance that you wish to achieve.
Dr Michael Miroshnik will spend over an hour with you, on your first consultation, to determine which implant option is best for you. |
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What Gives the Breast its Shape ? |
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The breast consists of glands and milk ducts, surrounded by a fatty tissue which provides its shape & soft form. The elasticity of your skin also contributes to its shape. As you are probably aware, certain factors such as age and pregnancy can affect the elasticity of your skin and breast tissue, and this results in changes to shape and appearance.
Breast implants may be placed in two general locations, known as submuscular & subglandular placement. Submuscular placement refers to an |
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implant that is placed partially or completely underneath the pectoralis muscle, against the chest wall. In contrast, subglandular placement refers to implants that are placed beneath the breast tissue, but above the pectoralis muscle. Dr Miroshnik will help you determine the implant placement location that is best for you. |
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Step 1 - Preparation for the implant procedure and incision |
Breast augmentation/breast enlargement procedures typically last approximately 1-2 hours. Prior to the start of your procedure the treatment area is thoroughly cleansed and an anaesthetic will be administered. Usually, this is a general anaesthetic, in which you are asleep for the procedure.
The inframammary incision is placed below the crease of the |
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lower portion of the breast. A single small incision is made along each breast. Using an instrument called a retractor, Dr Miroshnik will open the incision in order to gain better access to the breast tissue below. Although the incision is made as inconspicuously as possible, its length and appearance may vary depending on the type and size of implant & your body contours. |
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Step 2 - Creating the pockets for the implants |
| Dr Miroshnik will carefully separate the breast tissue with a minimally invasive cautery device and scalpel, in order to reach the area of the breast in which the pocket would be formed. The pocket is then gently created to fit the chosen implant in the desired plane. |
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Dr Miroshnik will then insert the implants into their pockets and visually inspect your breasts to ensure they are symmetric. This may involve sitting you up, while you are atill asleep, to see how the implants look under the influence of gravity.
If required, the pocket may require adjustment to ensure the desired look is achieved. |
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Step 4 - Suturing and post procedure |
| The incisions will then be closed using sutures in the breast tissue. All sutures used are self-dissolving so there is no need for them to be removed during subsequent postoperative visits.
The scars from the incisions will fade slowly over the following several months, but it may take up to a year for them to refine completely. As with any surgery, you will most likely experience some |
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pain and some swelling afterwards. The majority of the swelling will likely subside within a few days, however, some swelling may persist for several weeks. |
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Compression Garment - Overview |
| Dr Miroshnik will place you in a special bra or compression garment to aid in your body's healing process. Compression garments provide support & comfort, minimize swelling, and help to maintain the position of the implants. |
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Summary - Breast Enlargement |
| You will most likely be able to return to work within 3-7 days after your procedure. However, it is important that you avoid any strenuous activity and lifting for approximately 4 weeks. Doing so may delay the healing and could damage the implants. You will be able to notice the final results from your procedure once the implants have settled and the swelling has subsided. |
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It is also very important to realise that your breasts will continue to change shape over time. However, the results from breast implant surgery are typically long-lasting, which means that your breasts will maintain the fuller, shapelier appearance that you desire for years to come. |
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