Breast Augmentation Surgery
May 30, 2009 by glenda
Filed under Breast Surgery
Breast augmentation is surgery designed to enhance your breasts through the use of breast implants. Women who are unhappy with the size of their breasts, and desire a way to increase the size or shape, frequently seek breast augmentation, or breast enlargement.
If breast augmentation surgery is in your future, spend some time learning about the procedure and how it will impact your life. Early research will not only make the procedure easier, but will also make you more comfortable with the entire process. Research has shown that the more prepared you are for your procedure, the more likely you are to have a positive experience.
Choosing a doctor
Your first step is finding the doctor that is right for you. Start by reviewing credentials. With the help of the Internet, it’s easy to find a list of top, qualified doctors in your location. Once you have your list in hand, call several centers and make appointments. All reputable centers will offer you a no cost consultation to get to know the staff and the doctors before you schedule your surgery.
Before the surgery
Once you’ve selected your doctor, spend time with him discussing your goals and expectations. Be specific about what you would like done. If you surgeon understands your goals, he’s more likely to be able to determine if they are realistic.
During your meeting, discuss things like implant shape, implant size and volume, implant placement, and the site of incision.
Also discuss your complete medical history. The more your surgeon knows ahead of time, the less likely you’ll experience unforeseen complications.
Pre operative preparation
While your doctor should provide you with his own list of pre and post op procedures, this information will help get you started. Always follow your doctor’s protocol; he knows what’s best for his patients.
- Have someone available to stay with you the first day or two. This is surgery, even if its elective, and you will need time to recover.
- Create a recovery area in your home, and include things like pillows, books, magazines, tv, remote control, videos, moisturizers, and scar reducing creams.
- Prepare ice packs to help reduce swelling the first few days.
- Have loose clothing ready to wear, preferably button shirts, to avoid lifting and moving your arms.
Recovery from surgery
On the day of surgery, you may have mild to moderate discomfort. Your chest, arms and back may feel tight and uncomfortable. You may have mild swelling and bruising, usually lasting up to two weeks. You will be given pain medication to relive your discomfort.
Tammy Garcia
http://www.articlesbase.com/health-articles/breast-augmentation-surgery-79715.html
How long before breast augmentation surgery do I have to stop smoking?
I am having breast augmentation surgery on 11/07/07. I have to go to my pre-op testing on Saturday and I am scared if I tell them I smoke they won't do the surgery. Obviously, there are some people who have this done that smoke, so how far in advance do I have to stop?
You should have already stopped. You will heal MUCH slower and smokers tend to have more complications during the healing process.
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One week before. My friend smokes and she had surgery last year…she had to quit one week before the surgery. Don't be scared to tell them you smoke. You really need to tell them. They probably need to know.
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Stop ASAP! It really impedes your bodies ability to heal itself! There are people that do it all the time that smoke, but your Dr would be in the wrong if he/she did not try to let you know how important this can be to your recovery!! Even cutting back is better than nothing. You are having a MAJOR surgery- please consider completely quitting (I know it's hard, I have been there) or postponing until you are able to. This procedure is no walk in the park for completely healthy non-smokers. Allow yourself the best chance for a quick recovery!!
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I am an employee in a surgical facility that performs this procedure daily.
I watched DR 90210 and there was a girl on there that smoked. she had to quit a few weeks prior to surgery because while you are under you could have breathing issues. Its best that they know so they are prepared. It wont be an issue at all, but if you DONT tell them then you can wind up hurting yourself in the long run and they will also be upset with you.
Good luck i am got mine done last year
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You are supposed to stop 7 days before any surgery.
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