BREAST

Breast Enlargement

Breast Enlargement Breasts are really a very personal and emotional topic; our self esteem and confidence are so tied to our feminine self image.

Breast enlargement can enhance your breast shape and size and give you the more proportional figure that you always wanted. But mostly it can give you the feeling that supports self-esteem and confidence.

You are not alone is trying to justify what others may perceive as a vain indulgence. We understand the emotionally loaded reasons for wanting to change your breasts.

Many women were happy with their breasts in the past but realize that time, pregnancy and weight gain or loss has altered their breasts.

Or they are unhappy with their breasts because they are too small, or disappointed because the shape, size and position of there breasts is not what they want.

Breasts shrink, sag and atrophy. Whatever the problem is, it can have a serious impact on a woman's emotional well being.

There is only one way to increase the size of your breasts: breast augmentation - a safe procedure that satisfies a woman's desire for a fuller bust line. No exercises, devices or medications have any long term effect on breast size.

Link to  Breast Implant Information and 3D model: http://www.lookingyourbest.ca

You may benefit from breast enlargement if :

  • you are bothered by the feeling that your breasts are too small
  • you want to balance a difference in breast size.
  • clothing that fits well at the hips is too loose at the bustline
  • weight loss has changed the size and shape of your breasts
  • pregnancy/breast feeding has resulted in loss of breast bulk

The Four Decisions to make:

Now that you are considering breast enlargement there are really only four decisions to be made. Some you make, some are made by your surgeon and the rest are made by you and your surgeon.

  1. Am I emotionally ready for the procedure?
  2. What is the best implant choice for me?
  3. What is the best size for me?
  4. What is the implant location for me?

Emotional Readiness

Breast augmentation is an intensely personal emotional decision, not a logical decision.

This is why friends (husbands) and relatives often react so strongly and negatively when the issue of breast augmentation comes up. They don't share the emotional need for the procedure or the potential benefits. After doing over a thousand breast augmentations we have figured out that you don't need counseling - you need "boobs".

Feeling of guilt over the desire for breast enlargement is quite normal but not surprisingly, no one feels this way after the procedure! Most of our patients have been circling around the procedure for many years, deferring to financial, familial or marital reasons. Are those issues now resolved? Can you handle a complication? You will know when you are ready.

This is your decision to make.

Implant Choice

This is a logical question best made by you and your surgeon. There is only one logical choice of implant type – cohesive gel implants are far superior to saline implants.

  • softest, most natural looking and feeling breasts
  • their "gummy bear" consistency allows for complete control over the height, width and projection of the implant
  • are extremely durable and have a much longer lifespan than saline implants which can breakdown and leak
Link to Natrelle Breast Implant Info:http://www.breastimplantstoday.ca
Link to Mentor Breast Implants Info:http://www.mentorwwllc.com/canada/

Best Size for You

We've learned that breast augmentation is a visual procedure. You need to know, as closely as possible, what it will "look" like. That's why our patient coordinator, Josie, will spend a lot of time with you explaining the profile options available.

  • realistic expectations are important. There must be adequate existing breast tissue coverage; otherwise you may experience visible or palpable implant edges
  • implants do not come in "cup" sizes; they are sized by volume or weight
  • the most prominent point of projection must be behind the nipple for esthetic reasons
  • proportionality is a desirable outcome; personal tastes are always your decision.

Best Implant Location

This is basically a surgical decision based on your anatomy - how much soft tissue padding you have in the upper chest and what the position of the breast is on the chest wall. There is no single best implant location; everyone is different. We want maximum coverage of the upper portion of the implant so that it cannot be seen or felt

  • if you are thin with little or breast tissue then the implant is placed under the pectoralis major muscle (sub muscular)
  • if you have more than 2.5 cm (1 inch) of padding in the upper chest and no significant breast sagging the implant can be placed either under the muscle or directly under the breast tissue (sub glandular)
  • if you have sagging breasts you need to consider a breast lift with or without an implant

What to Expect

  • You must have someone drive you home and stay with you for 24 hours after surgery.
  • You will experience some pain the first day or two that is easily controlled with pain pills. Some tightness in the breast area is also normal as your body adjusts to the implants. Discomfort is diminished by looking in the mirror.
  • You can move about freely after surgery. Wear a bra at all times (except when showering) during the first 2 weeks
  • Moderate exercise such as walking or stationary bike is allowed after the first week.
  • Avoid heavy lifting, vigorous exercise such as jogging or aerobics for 3 - 4 weeks
  • You will likely want to return to work within a few days but only if you avoid strenuous activity
  • During recovery, the breasts are a little swollen. Within a few weeks, the actual shape and size will be evident. You may notice some asymmetry; however most breasts are naturally somewhat asymmetrical.

Conclusion

Breast augmentation is a safe procedure that has produced pleasing and satisfying results for many women. Those who are psychologically stable and have realistic expectations benefit the most.