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The Pros, Cons, and Benefits of Breast Augmentation Surgery

There is a lot that goes into deciding to get a breast augmentation procedure. When it comes to altering your body, you should always be confident in the decisions you make. Changing your appearance in any way will have an effect on your self-confidence and also influence the way others perceive you.

Women decide to have an augmentation procedure for several different reasons. You'll probably find yourself in at least one of these categories:

  • You're unhappy with the current size, shape, or symmetry of your breasts.
  • Your breasts are underdeveloped and not proportionate to your body.
  • Breastfeeding has caused some changes.
  • Age and gravity have taken a toll on your breasts.
  • You've experienced significant weight loss.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Breast Implants

If you find yourself in any of these categories, breast augmentation may sound like an attractive proposal. But what are the pros and cons of having a surgery like this?

That is a great question to ask!

You should educate yourself as much as possible, and talk to your doctor about the realistic expectations. Then, you can move forward with confidence that you're making the right choice for you.

The Benefits of Breast Augmentation

The main advantage of breast augmentation, of course, is fuller, firmer, and more shapely breasts. However, there are many more benefits related to breast augmentation beyond your appearance. One benefit that cannot be understated is the boost to your self-confidence. Feeling great and confident in your own skin will have a positive impact on every aspect of your life.

For Underdeveloped Breasts

If your breasts are underdeveloped, your doctor will work with you to find the ideal implant size that will give you the well-proportioned figure you're after. Symmetry can also be addressed, so you can look and feel fabulous in and out of your clothes.

For 'Deflated' Breasts

Breastfeeding, age, or weight loss can cause breasts to sag and look deflated. Augmentation can restore your breasts and fill them back up for fuller, perkier breasts. A breast lift may be needed in conjunction, so be sure to talk to your doctor about any additional procedures that would ensure the results you desire.

Potential Tradeoffs of Breast Augmentation

No surgery or procedure is without a few tradeoffs and breast augmentation comes with a few of its own.

Risks of Surgery

While breast augmentation is generally safe and very popular, all surgical procedures carry a degree of risks and require a postoperative recovery period. Be sure to talk to your doctor about realistic expectations and the risks associated with breast augmentation surgery.

Potential Need for Future Procedures

Breast implants are designed to last for many years, but there is a chance you may need additional procedures eventually. Implants may break or develop issues with ripples, malposition, sagging, or scar tissue. Over the course of your lifetime, it is more likely than not that one of these problems will arise.

Postoperative Recovery Period

Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure, and you will need time to heal after the operation. You will need to take time off of work, and refrain from strenuous activities while giving your body time to recover. For many patients, the recovery experience from breast augmentation surgery is a major concern. Dr. Fan specializes in Flash Recovery after breast augmentation. If you would like to learn more, click here.

Feeling 'Different'

Your breasts will have a different feel or consistency to them after surgery. This may take some getting used to, but for most women, this is a positive change. Your breasts will feel more full and shapely than ever before.

Small Scars

Every incision will have an associated scar and breast augmentation incisions are no exception. However, by choosing the best incision placement, a skillful surgeon will be able to conceal the scar so it won't be glaringly noticeable. Taking care to follow the doctor's instructions during the recovery process also helps to keep the scars as minimal as possible.

Cancer Screening

Breast implants are considered safe and not known to cause cancer, but you will need to undergo special mammogram views or MRI's when undergoing mammography for breast cancer screening. This might be considered an additional hassle for some women, but most view it as a minor issue.

Getting Beautiful, Natural-Looking Results

You may be waiting to read that a disadvantage of breast augmentation is unnatural or fake looking results. In times past, this was a major concern, and is still a good reason not to shop for bargain basement procedures. But today, this is easily avoided by choosing a qualified, board certified plastic surgeon who has an excellent reputation for fabulous results.

Dr. Larry Fan doesn't try to sell his patients on one procedure or another. He takes the time to ensure your decisions are sound, and that surgery will be healthy for you. Then, he guides patients through the best decisions for their body type and desired results.

If you are not a viable candidate for a procedure, Dr. Fan will be honest with you, as well as recommend alternatives. In the end, your breast augmentation surgery should provide you with beautiful results without looking fake or risking your health.

If you would like to schedule a consultation with Dr. Fan, you can here. You can also take a free self-evaluation to see if you're a good candidate for breast augmentation surgery.

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About the Author

Dr. Larry Fan is a Harvard educated, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA. He is a Master Artist who is known for creating beautiful, stunning, and natural results. Dr. Fan has been named One of America's Top Plastic Surgeons for the past 10 years running and has received several national awards for his work in Plastic Surgery. He has successfully performed more than 10,000 cosmetic procedures of the face, breasts, and body over a 20 year period. Dr Fan has been an invited speaker at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons, and has been featured in national media outlets such as CNN, NBC, and ABC.

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