Breast Enlargement London

Breast Enlargement, also known as Breast Enhancement or Augmentation, involves introducing into the breast an artificial implant so as to increase the breast's size and also, where necessary,  produce a certain amount of uplift.

Breast Enlargement and Enhancement surgery is by far the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure requested by women. The number of women choosing to have breast enlargement and enhancement surgery has been ever increasing throughout the past 20 years, and this number continues to increase year by year.

Why do women seek breast enlargement?  Well, there are many reasons, prime amongst them being

• So as  to feel more feminine
• In order to look better wearing certain garments
• So as to regain their youthful figure, often after childbirth

Who makes a good candidate  for breast enlargement and augmentation surgery?

• Women who don't naturally possess the size of breasts the would like
• Women whose breasts have reduced in size due to losing weight
• Women whose breasts have reduced in size after breast-feeding a baby
• Women who have lost one or both breasts due to cancer or other disease
• Women whose breasts have not fully developed - which might apply to just one or both breasts

What you should consider at this time

Before you consult a cosmetic breast surgeon, you should think about precisely you want to achieve from breast surgery. Just what are your objectives? In particular, it is essential to decide justwhat size you want your breasts to be. It is important to note that there are technical considerations and limitations as to what extent your surgeon is able to increase your breast size, and the objective should always be to create a realistic result that is always harmoneous with your figure and body type.

Breast Enhancement London

How is breast enlargement and enhancement carried out?

• Firstly, the breast enlargement operation is normally performed under a general anaesthetic
• The operation typically takes about thirty to forty minutes
• Patients regularly remain in hospital overnight
• If your work is not too physical, you can anticipate returning to work after one week
• Nnormal physical exercise can be resumed within four to six weeks

As with most surgical procedures, in breast enlargement surgery there are several options, depending upon the patient’s own wishes, certain technical considerations and  preferences of the surgeon.

Essentially their are three basic types of incision possible. Mr Rezai will advise upon the best option for you. The types are

• Around the lower half of the areola
• In the natural crease under the breast
• Through the armpit

Once the incision hs been made, the implant can be situated in one of two possible locations:

• Between the breast tissue and the pectoral muscle lying over the ribs, or
• Between the pectoral muscle and the ribs themselves

Today, the choice of implant material is essentially between either saline or cohesive silicone gel. However most surgeons now tend to favour silicone breast implants, following the recent report of the British Government’s Independent Review Groupt on the safety of silicone breast implants.

It is recommended that you visit the IRG’s web site at www.silicone-review.gov.uk

Following your breast enlargement operation

As with all types of surgery, you can anticipate feeling somewhat bruised and sore. Your breasts will probably be swollen. You may also be asked to sleep on your back and to avoid any bending or otherwise straining exercise for a few weeks. It will also be necessary to  wear a support bra. The good news is that the majority of patients are able to return to their normal lifestyle within three to four weeks.

There will also quite naturally be a scar, but as with all scars,this will fade over time. In many women, the scars will heal forming  faint white lines. But you should be aware that no surgical scar will  ever totally disappear.

Risks & Complications of breast Enlargement and  Enhancement

Cosmetic surgerycan be considered one of the safest medical procedures. However,  patients should understand and accept that no surgical procedure is totally risk-free.

At Consultation, Mr Rezai will discuss the risks with you. The risks are also  outlined in detail in the "Patient Guide for Breast Augmentation".

Breast enlargement/enhancement does not normally interfere with breast-feeding. Breast enlargement does however have implications for mammography in the screening for breast cancer. However, there are special types of X-ray that can be employed to avoid such problems.

How long will the results of your breast enhancement last?

For the majority of women, the results of breast enlargement  are permanent. The lifespan of breast implants is covered in greater depth in our Patient Guide booklet. Women who opt for larger implants, may find that their breasts do tend to sag rather more as they get older.