Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Houston Breast Augmentation

By Andrew W John

There are many different reasons for a woman to be interested in breast augmentation. This particular type of surgery may be contemplated because the woman has breasts which are different from each other in size or not shaped how she would like them to be. Her breasts may be the feature of her body which she has never felt confident about and the thought of augmentation would make her feel so much more secure. Quite often women who have been unfortunate enough to suffer with breast cancer and as a result have had some tissue removed wish to get their breasts augmented. The results of such surgery can have a very impressive outcome on both the appearance and the emotional attitude of the woman who has undergone the surgery.

For a woman who is considering breast augmentation, the first choice that she often has to make is on the shape of her implant. Implants today can have a great deal more the standardized silicone crescents that were previously used. These implants are taller than they are wide and have a fullness to them that gives them a much more natural shape. While these anatomical implants are a little more pricey, they also give a more natural look.

Likewise, a woman needs to decide which type of incision she would like when the implant is put into place. There are three choices available. The implant can be inserted where the breast meets the lower chest, known as the inframammary crease. The crease is about one and a half inches in length and due to its position is well hidden. The periareolar incision is where the skin changes from nipple to breast and a pocket is formed for the implant which is placed under the muscle. The axillary incision is located under the armpit and from here the implant can be placed directly above or below the muscle. This is sometimes a little difficult because of the distance between the incision and the spot where the implant is to go.

The finished appearance and size of the implants also need to be given a lot of thought. The woman really needs be honest about what she really wants. Is it to be sleek and symmetrical or perhaps more curvy? It is important for you to think about your body at this point and choose the appropriate implant size and shape for you, as two women of different body forms can be given the same shaped and sized implants yet look entirely different.

Remember that if you are interested in breast augmentation that you will need to discuss all of these things and many more with your surgeon. There are many excellent practices in Houston, Texas, and you'll find that with a little bit of searching, you should be able to find exactly what you need. - 15266

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