Breast Enlargement Surgery Procedure
Breast enlargement surgery procedure varies greatly from patient to patient and no single implant is suitable for different people due to differences in their chest shape and physique. Rather like ten different people who, wearing the same dress, will each look different in it – the same applies to breast implants.
The main variations with breast enlargement procedures are whether the implants are placed in front or behind the pectoralis muscle and the type of implant and incision used.
Which is the most common procedure type?
The most commonly used approach in the UK is via an incision placed in the fold underneath the breast. Other incisions, such as through the armpit, underneath the bottom of the areola (the darker area surrounding the nipple) and through the tummy button are less commonly performed types of breast enlargement incision in the UK.
Don't forget...!
It is important, during your pre-operative consultation, that you have had a thorough explanation of what is likely to happen on the day of surgery and the type of approach your surgeon recommends for you.
What will happen on the day of surgery?
On the day of your breast enlargement surgery procedure you will come into hospital, usually in the morning. Your surgeon will come in to see you and will discuss his plans for your surgery and answer any last minute queries you may have regarding your breast enlargement procedure. Your surgeon will then, if they have not already, take photographs of your bust from different angles and will also draw on you, outlining in most cases the margins of the pocket they plan to use for the breast implant and also the incision. You will then be asked to sign a consent form which gives your permission for the breast enlargement procedure.
Did you know...?
Most surgeons, before a breast enlargement procedure, like to mark the patient whilst they sit up, as this gives the best idea of where to place the implant to give a natural appearance.
How we make the procedure as painless as possible
Unless you prefer not you will be given a pre-medication which makes you slightly sleepy and relaxed. You will then be taken down to the operating theatre and gently put to sleep by a small injection in the back of your hand. In many cases a numbing cream will be used on the back of your hand so that you do not feel any pain from the injection.
How long will the procedure last?
Most breast enlargement procedures last between one and one and a half hours and when you wake up from your surgery you will be in no pain because local anaesthetic will have been placed in your breast area to numb the region.
What will happen after the operation?
Following your breast enlargement procedure you will be given something to drink and eat and be encouraged to mobilise yourself as soon as possible. Some people choose to stay overnight following their operation, whilst other people prefer to return home that evening as they feel happier convalescing in a familiar environment. It is important to rest after your breast enlargement procedure and not drive during the week following the operation to allow your breasts to heal in the best possible way following the operation.
More information
If you would like to hear previous patients' experiences of breast enlargement procedures performed at Aurora Clinics you can visit the testimonial section of our website.
If you would like to see how a breast enlargement procedure is performed, please view some of our breast enlargement surgery videos on this procedure.
Many people find it very useful to listen to our free information CD about breast enlargement procedures and these can be obtained by completing the enquiry form or sending an email request to info@aurora-clinics.co.uk