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Is breast surgery right for me?
By admin | September 24, 2008
Beyond the Physical.
Every woman has a personal sense of how she desires to look. Breast contour, shape, and size are defining features of a woman’s body. Some women are satisfied with their natural breasts throughout all stages and phases of life. However, others associate the appearance of their breasts with a negative body image. This is often the case for a woman after pregnancy or breastfeeding. For some women, breast surgery is an option in achieving their desired look. Whether they choose an augmentation, lift, or reduction, breast surgery can offer patients mental and emotional benefits due to a boost in self-confidence. “The physical result can have a tremendous emotional impact for many patients”.
The Decision.
The decision to have breast augmentation is a very personal choice. Everyone brings their personal goals, dreams, concerns and self-image with them. Some women want subtle changes that are as natural as possible, others want the “wow factor”.
A consultation with an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon allows you to discuss your goals, evaluate your individual case, and fully educate you about your surgery. “One of the most important decisions is breast size. I spend a significant amount of time exploring various options, discussing expected results, and helping patients prioritize their goals. We now offer innovative 3-D imaging of your body to simulate your breast size after surgery.” This allows you to “see yourself” before surgery.
Types of Breast Surgery.
Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure to enlarge breasts through the placement of breast implants. Whether performed to achieve a woman’s personal
goal of larger breasts or to restore breast volume lost to weight loss, pregnancy or other reasons, placement of breast implants allows women the choice of fuller, more natural looking breasts.
“The breasts can lose volume after pregnancy, breast feeding, significant weight loss, and aging leaving them flat, stretched, or sagging,” A breast lift effectively raises, firms, and reshapes sagging breasts. The elevation of the areola and nipple is also addressed. If the patient wants to address the size of the breast as well, a breast augmentation can be done at the same time. Some women are left with too much breast tissue after pregnancy. A breast reduction can help achieve a breast size that’s comfortable and in proportion with a patient’s body. All types of breast surgeries are commonly performed in conjunction with a tummy tuck, liposuction, or both to reshape the entire body at once. This “mommy makeover” is for women seeking to regain their body or “even better” once they are finished having children.
Dr Alan Dulin
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