Breast Augmentation Recovery ? What To Expect?

Breasts And Body Image
Breasts have an important role to play in determining body image. Voluptuous women are found attractive in many cultures. Thin and flat-chest appearance also gives young ladies a low self-esteem. The breast augmentation surgery is an ideal solution for these problems.

Surgical Facts

• A certified surgeon performs the procedure in an operating theatre.
• Implants are inserted into one or two breasts to make them larger.
• They are usually placed below the muscle or right under the skin.
• The surgery takes anywhere between one or two hours to complete.
• Patients are given sedatives and pain killers or put under anaesthesia.
• The surgical knife is used to make an opening under the breast.
• Sometimes openings are made around the nipple, navel, or armpits.
• The implanting step is followed by fluid removal, stitches, and bandages.
• The patient has to rest and recuperate for 6 weeks or up to 2 months.
• Heavy activity is prohibited during this time as the wounds have to heal.

Risks And Complications

The breast enlargement surgery is an invasive cosmetic procedure. After the surgery, Patients will feel sore and experience some pain. There will be bruising in the areas that are cut open by the surgeon. Other symptoms include swelling and nipple area sensitivity.

Inserting any external object into the human body has its benefits. Of late, Different medical specialists are relying on this technique. Even artificial organs are being created in the lab for replacement. So, Silicone and saline bag implants do not seem like a complicated threat.

However, The patient has to follow post-operative instructions to avoid these possible risks –

• Body fluids can get collected around the implant and slow down the recovery process.
• The implant can put pressure on the breast tissue, causing it to shrink or become thin.
• In some cases, the silicone gel or saline bag slips, bulges out, or gets deflated.
• In other cases, A defective implant can get ruptured or emerge out of the skin.
• Hard or soft tissue scarring around the implant is a real possibility in many women.

Our expert doctor is an experienced, reconstructive, plastic surgery specialist. He performs a close examination and screens the patients. Only those who are eligible for treatment are selected for surgical intervention. High quality implants for women of suitable age can reduce the incidence of serious complications.

Post Operative Steps

1. Patients may be kept under observation, but can return home the same day.
2. The post operative care starts immediately after the surgery is completed.
3. The patient has to take it easy and focus mainly on taking a lot of rest.
4. Adequate relaxation ensures quicker recovery period for many patients.
5. Consume food and drinks as suggested by the doctor and his nursing staff.
6. Patient has to be calm, careful, attentive and listen to the body.
7. A friend or family member should be there to assist for a day or two.
8. Based on symptoms, Medicines are given for nausea, pain, and cramps.
9. Other prescriptions include muscle relaxers and anti-biotic drugs.
10. Sitting, standing, and walking are allowed within the very first week.
11. Afterwards, Normal activities can be resumed(no heavy lifting or strain).
12. Sleep, healthy diet, peaceful mind, and personal hygiene help in recovery.