Also called augmentation mammoplasty, breast augmentation is a surgical procedure to increase breast size.
Some women get it for cosmetic purposes if the breasts are too small or experience reduction after weight loss or breastfeeding. However, others get it to correct unevenness after certain medical conditions or breast surgery. Whatever the reason, it helps boost self-confidence.
When you visit your specialist for breast augmentation in Chicago, they will examine you and ask about your goals after the procedure. They will use that information to decide the best type of augmentation to use.
Breast Implants
This is the most common type of breast augmentation, and the surgeon can choose from several implant types. Ensure you ask about the pros and cons of each, plus age restrictions.
- Saline– These are the most common, filled with sterile saline water. If these implants break, your body can absorb the liquid and naturally eliminate it.
- Structured saline implants– These also have a sterile saline solution but include an inner structure that makes them feel natural.
- Silicone implants– These are made using silicone gel. If they break, the gel might leak into the breast or remain in the shell. However, the body cannot absorb the gel, so you must visit the surgeon regularly for checks.
- Form-stable (gummy bear) implants– Made using a thicker silicone gel, they are firmer and maintain their shape even if they break.
- Smooth implants– These are the most natural-looking and softest.
- Textured implants– These implants form scar tissue that adheres to them, limiting their movement inside the breast.
- Fat Transfer Augmentation
This is a more natural approach where the surgeon uses liposuction to extract from other body parts and then inject the fat into your breasts. The surgeon mostly takes fat from the belly, flanks, thighs, or back. It is perfect if you want a relatively small increase in size.
Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology has an experienced and well-trained team for cosmetic, dermatology, aesthetic, and plastic surgery services. Book an appointment at daytime or evening for breast augmentation Chicago.
