Breast Augmentation

The Effect of Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman's breast using saline-filled or gel implants. By inserting an implant behind each breast, surgeons are able to increase a woman's bust line by one or more bra cup sizes.

The Breast Augmentation Procedure

The specifics of the Breast Augmentation procedure, as with all procedures vary from individual to individual.

Best Candidates for Breast Augmentation

The best candidates for breast augmentation surgery are:

• Women who are physically healthy and emotionally stable with realistic expectations as to what the surgery can and cannot do
• Women who feel their breast size is too small
• Women who want a balanced pair of breasts

Risks

Risks and risk rates vary from patient to patient depending on a range of factors. No two people are alike. The risks listed below are possible risks associated with this type of surgery and are mentioned regardless of how remote the possibility:

Lack of implant permanence - surgical removal or replacement of the implants may be required to treat problems, including: deflation; the formation of scar tissue around the implant (capsular contracture), which may cause the breast to feel tight or hard; bleeding or infection. Increase or decrease in sensitivity of nipples or breast skin, occasionally permanent. Mammography requires a special technique.

Side Effects

Temporary pain.
Swelling, soreness. Change in nipple sensation

Breast Augmentation Recovery

Back to work: 3-5 days
More strenuous activity: 3-4 weeks
Fading of scars: several months to a year or more

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

The Effect of Blepharoplasty

Also known as Eyelid surgery, this is a procedure that removes fat along with excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids, resulting in a more alert and youthful look.

The Blepharoplasty Procedure

Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper or lower lids, or all four at the same time.

Best Candidates for Blepharoplasty

Men and women over the age of 35.

Risks

All surgery carries risk, and you should be fully aware of the medical risks associated with this procedure before you consent to surgery. Your surgeon will discuss these risks with you during your consultation, and you are encouraged to ask questions if there is anything you do not understand.

It is your obligation to inform your surgeon of key medical information that may influence the outcome of your surgery or may increase the level of risk. These include medications you are taking, history of disease, medical complications, etc.

Risks and risk rates vary from patient to patient depending on a range of factors. No two people are alike. The risks listed below are possible risks associated with this type of surgery and are mentioned regardless of how remote the possibility:

Temporary blurred or double vision. Infection, bleeding. Swelling at the corners of the eyelids. Dry eyes. Formation of whiteheads. Slight asymmetry in healing or scarring. Difficulty in closing eyes completely (rarely permanent). Pulling down of the lower lids (may require further surgery). Blindness (extremely rare).