| Who is a candidate? |
-Women who desire larger breasts.
-Women with a moderate degree of breast sagging and smaller
breasts, whose problem can be solved by enlargement.
-Women who have one breast that is noticeably smaller than the other.
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| Intended Results |
-Larger and more shapely breasts.
-A more positive self image.
-The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia.
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| Procedure Description |
-The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia.
-A small incision is typically made under the breast or around
the nipple and a saline implant is inserted under the breast
tissue or under the breast tissue and the underlying muscle. |
| Recuperation and Healing |
-Initial discomfort is controlled with oral medication.
-Light activities can be resumed as tolerated. Aerobic activities
can be started in about 4-6 weeks as advised by Dr. Alexander. |
| Other Options |
-An additional prcedure that would enhance the result is a Mastopexy (breast lift)
-- if the breasts are saggy in addition to being small. |
| Insurance Guidlines |
-This procedure is considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by insurance.
The patient is repsonsible for payment. |
| Note |
-The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can
be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some
degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally.
Major complications are unusual. |
