What is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation, or breast enlargement, is a cosmetic procedure we offer at EMC that is designed to enhance existing breast tissue or replace any that has been removed due to trauma or cancer. Whether you want to increase a cup size or regain your familiar figure after loss EMC is here to help.

Breast Augmentation Candidates

There are several reasons a woman may want a breast augmentation. They may simply want larger breasts or to fix asymmetrical breast sizes. Additionally, a candidate may want to replace or restore lost volume. Loss of breast volume can occur as a result of pregnancy, significant weight loss or a trauma. Candidates must have fully developed breasts, lead a healthy lifestyle, and have realistic surgical expectations.

Types Of Breast Implants

There are two types of popular breast implants which include saline and silicone. At one point, saline implants were more popular due to strict restrictions on silicone, but many patients complain that they look and feel less natural. In addition to feeling more like a natural breast, silicone implants come in a variety of sizes, textures, and with a lifetime replacement guarantee from the manufacturer. .

The Breast Augmentation Process

Breast augmentation is performed under general anesthesia and typically lasts less than 1 hour. First, Our surgeon will make incisions to fit the implants. These incisions are placed in the crease under the breast usually, but can also be made in the armpit or around the areola in order to minimize the scar visibility. Then, he will lift the breast to create a pocket for the implant. The implants can be placed underneath each breast or partially under the chest wall muscle.