A Trend Of Bigger BustsOne of the most common and most well known cosmetic surgeries is that of breast augmentation, or as it is commonly known, a "boob job." There are several options available to women who decide that they want to undertake this type of a procedure to have their breasts enlarged. While there used to be a lot of press on the horrible side effects of having a breast implant rupture, those were silicone implants. Almost every type of implant now, at least in the United States, is a combination of silicone and salt water-which the body can absorb if the implant bursts. The plastic surgeon will have a book of women's breasts, with a series of different implants. This helps the cosmetic surgeon to show a client what the options are. The book will give an idea of all the different shapes and appearances that are possible. Some photos may even show the extent of possible scarring, and the healing process. As for the implants themselves, there are plenty of them to choose from, though saline implants are by far and away the most popular. These are the only type in the US with FDA approval. These come in all shapes and sizes with various textures to meet all types of demand. They are all silicone and salt water based. These became very popular after the FDA ban on pure silicon implants. There are many options for these implants that affect final appearance. Because these implants are softer than pure silicone, when implanted in the muscle they tend to ripple, which will lead to a more natural appearance. However, when placed just under the skin and above the muscle, this lessens the rippling and produces a smoother, though not as natural, an appearance. For a woman whose main goal is larger cleavage, a round shaped implant is used, which more naturally imitates the normal curvature of the breasts. There are other options for specific shape and appearance. Saline breast implants have come a long way in recent years. It is now possible to insert them through the navel or underarm, position them appropriately, and then use a special valve to fill the implants to the desired level. This allows the surgeon to increase the number of implants after surgery, and also can have the additional benefit of reducing recovery time. A patient can usually be back at work within a week after surgery is completed. There are many options for breast implants, and if this is the direction you wish to go, make sure to know exactly what you want altered, and tell the doctor as many details as possible. This will help to insure the kind of results you have been waiting for. |