- Plastic Surgery
- Breast Surgery
- Breast Augmentation
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Plastic SurgeryBreast Surgery:Breast Augmentation| Akai Clinic
Features & Cause about Worries
◎ Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman's breast for a number of reasons:
・To enhance the body contour of a woman who, for personal reasons, feels her breast size is too small.
・To restore breast volume lost due to weight loss or following pregnancy
・To achieve better symmetry when breasts are moderately disproportionate in size and shape
・To improve the shape of breasts that are sagging or have lost firmness, often used with a breast lift procedure
Breast augmentation can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it won't necessarily change your looks to match your ideal, or cause other people to treat you differently. Before you decide to have surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with us.
Basic Information
| Features | By inserting an implant behind each breast, we are able to increase a woman's bustline by one or more bra cup sizes. If you're considering breast augmentation, this will give you a basic understanding of the procedure |
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| Average Price | -The cost for the surgery is ￥700.000 - ￥900.000 depending on the kind of implant , the surgical method and anesthetic. |
Cases
Treatment Flow
Breast Augmentation, Breast Enlargement, Augmentation Mammoplasty
The best candidates for breast augmentation are women who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you're physically healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.
◎ Types of Implants
The choice of implant filler, implant size, shape and other features will be determined based on your breast anatomy, body type and your desired increase in size. Your lifestyle, goals and personal preferences, as well your plastic surgeon's recommendations and sound surgical judgment are also determining factors. Implant manufacturers occasionally introduce new styles and types of implants, and therefore there may be additional options available to you.
Breast implants are medical devices with a solid silicone, rubber shell. The implant shell may be filled with either saline solution (sterile salt water) or elastic silicone gel. Both saline and silicone gel breast implants are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approval means that an implant has been rigorously researched and tested, and reviewed by an independent panel of physicians for safety.
The size of a breast implant is measured in cubic centimeters (ccs) based on the volume of the saline or silicone filler. Breast implants vary both by filler and in size, but there are additional features to consider:
* Texture: the implant shell may be smooth or textured
* Shape: the implant may have a round profile or one that is anatomic (teardrop or tapered shape)
* Profile: the implant may have a low, medium or high projection (the depth of the implant from the base to the highest point of the implant curve)
* Diameter: the width of the implant measured across it's base (the side of the implant that will be positioned over the chest wall)
In your initial consultation, we will evaluate your health and explain which surgical techniques are most appropriate for you, based on the condition of your breasts and skin tone. If your breasts are sagging, we may also recommend a breast lift.
Be sure to discuss your expectations frankly with us. We should be equally frank with you, describing your alternatives and the risks and limitations of each.
◎ Anesthesia
Breast augmentation can be performed with a general anesthesia, so you'll sleep through the entire operation.
◎ The Surgery
The method of inserting and positioning your implant will depend on your anatomy and our recommendation. The incision can be made either in the crease where the breast meets the chest, around the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple), or in the armpit. Every effort will be made to assure that the incision is placed so resulting scars will be as inconspicuous as possible.
Working through the incision, we will lift your breast tissue and skin to create a pocket, either directly behind the breast tissue (submammary or subglandular placement) or may be placed beneath the pectoral muscle and on top of the chest wall (submuscular placement). Once the implant is positioned within this pocket, the incisions are closed with sutures, skin adhesive and/or surgical tape. A gauze bandage may be applied over your breasts to help with healing. The surgery usually takes one to two hours to complete.
◎ After Your Surgery
You're likely to feel tired and sore for a few days following your surgery, but you'll be up and around in 24 to 48 hours. Most of your discomfort can be controlled by medication.
You should be able to return to work within a few days, depending on the level of activity required for your job.
◎ Getting Back to Normal
You should be able to return to work within a few days, depending on the level of activity required for your job.
Your breasts will probably be sensitive to direct stimulation for two to three weeks, so you should avoid much physical contact. After that, breast contact is fine once your breasts are no longer sore, usually three to four weeks after surgery.
Your scars will be firm and pink for at least six weeks. Then they may remain the same size for several months, or even appear to widen. After several months, your scars will begin to fade, although they will never disappear completely.
Routine mammograms should be continued after breast augmentation for women who are in the appropriate age group, although the mammographic technician should use a special technique to assure that you get a reliable reading, as discussed earlier. (See All surgery carries some uncertainty and risk.)
◎ Your New Look
For many women, the result of breast augmentation can be satisfying, even exhilarating, as they learn to appreciate their fuller appearance.
Even if you believe your implants are functioning well, it is important that you follow-up as directed with us to assess the condition of your breast implants. In addition, whether you choose to have breast implants or not, it is essential to your health that you practice a monthly breast self-exam and schedule regular diagnostic breast screenings.
Your decision to have breast augmentation is a highly personal one that not everyone will understand. The important thing is how you feel about it. If you've met your goals, then your surgery is a success.
