The Aesthetics of Breast Augmentations (Breast Implants)

Breast augmentation is a procedure that uses of breast implants to enlarge or enhance the breasts. There are several aesthetic issues that can readily be addressed by means of breast augmentation surgery:

  • Breast size
  • Proportion issues
  • Genetic factors
  • Reconstructive needs
  • Sagging due to maturity
  • Loss of breast mass due to pregnancy or weight loss

Questions You Should Ask Before Getting Breast Implants

There are several questions you should ask yourself before undergoing breast augmentation surgery . For example:

  • Are breast implants right for me?
  • Have I found a plastic surgeon I trust?
  • Do I really understand my expectations?
  • Can my expectations be reasonably met?
  • How much time will it take me to recover from breast implant surgery?

And since every patient is different, there are a number of decisions to be made prior to breast implant surgery

  • Breast implant placement
  • Type of procedure
  • Type of incision
  • Type of implant
  • Size of Implant

Ask for a Breast Implant Sizing Session

When undergoing a ?cat=breast_aug" breast augmentation procedure , there are several important factors you will need to consider, but the number one concern for most patients is how to choose the right size implant for her body. Several cosmetic surgery practices offer what is commonly referred to as a breast implant sizing session. When speaking with you about breast augmentation, most plastic surgeons will suggest a sizing session and will encourage you to do the following:

  • Try on different sized bras (band and cup sizes) and fill them with cotton or other padding, until you find a look that is proportionate to your body. Keep in mind that bra sizes and cups vary by manufacturer, so if you find a bra that gives you the look you love (once padded, of course), be sure to bring it to your surgeon's office for your sizing session.
  • Bring pictures! Once you have selected a bra, have someone take photos from several different angles, so that you can show the surgeon exactly what it is about this look you find appealing.

Common Missteps When Selecting Breast Implants

  • Don't make your decisions based on pictures of movie stars or other famous figures. While photo references can be very helpful to a surgeon in understanding what you are looking for in terms of shape and proportion, what might be right on one body type may not be the right choice for you.