| Procedure |
Enhance the size of breasts using inflatable implants filled with saline. Breast Enlargement (Augmentation Mammaplasty) |
| Length |
One to two hours. |
| Anesthesia |
Local with sedation, or general. |
| In/Outpatient |
Usually outpatient. |
| Side Effects |
Temporary soreness, swelling, change in nipple sensation, bruising; breast sensitive to stimulation for a few weeks. |
| Risks |
- 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. (Note: Some women have reported symptoms similar to those of immune disorders. Ask your doctor about these and other FDA concerns.)
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| Recovery |
Back to work: a few days.
Physical contact with breasts: three to four weeks.
Fading of scars: several months to a year or more.
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| Duration of Results |
Variable. Implants may require removal or replacement. |
