Breast enlargement - Operation Guide
The procedure will take place under a general anaesthetic.
Once you’re asleep the surgeon will make a small incision and create a pocket to insert the implant.
The smallest incisions
At Mybreast we pride ourselves on making the smallest, most concealed incisions possible, usually four to five centimetres long.
There are three incision areas widely used for breast augmentation:
1. The infra-mammary incision (under the breast fold)
2. The axillary incision (in the armpit)
3. The circumareolar incision (around the nipple)
Each incision has its advantages and disadvantages. The final choice needs to be discussed with your surgeon at consultation.
Inserting your breast implants
The implant will be placed either under or over your pectoral muscle. The position of the implant will have been decided between you and your surgeon at your consultations.
The decision to place the implant over or under the muscle, depends on a number of factors including the size of your breast, skin quality, and your breast shape.
Implants placed under the muscle tend to give a slightly more natural upper ‘pole’ of the breast and possibly a lower incidence of capsular contracture (scar tissue that can develop around an implant and cause the breast to feel hard).
Closing your incisions
Dissolvable stitches are normally used to close the incision. Dressings will then be applied.
Your surgeon may place a drain on each side to remove unwanted fluid from around your implants. These are usually removed prior to discharge. Occasionally drains need to be left in place for a little longer.
Preparing to go home
Your breast implants need to be held in their new position, so you will require a surgical support bra to stay in place for a two- to four-week period after
breast enlargement surgery. During this time you must restrict your activity to ensure the breast implants are not disturbed. Your surgeon will sometimes recommend the use of an upper pole strap to hold your breasts in the desired position.
Your first post-operative consultation will take place approximately seven to 10 days after your surgery.
Read more about breast enlargement surgery
Overview
How you should prepare for your surgery
How to recover faster from surgery
What are the risks of BA surgery
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