AESTHETIC SURGERY: BREAST AUGMENTATION
The breast is one of the important attributes of female beauty - a symbol of attractiveness and desire. Many women are not completely happy with the size and shape of their breasts - particularly when the contours of their bust change due to pregnancy, breast-feeding, weight fluctuation or the menopause. As they age, a woman's breasts tend to droop, losing some of their roundness and fullness. The desire for corrective breast surgery may also stem from a congenital malformation.
For many women, the size or shape of their breasts is not only a question of their figure but also an essential part of their self worth. Their attitude to their own body and ultimately their sexuality may be severely impaired by breasts they consider to be too small. Today women who are unhappy with the size or shape of their breasts have many options for changing them and bringing their personal perception into line with their physical appearance. Harmonious, natural looking breast correction is definitely achievable using today's surgical techniques and breast implants.
Breast augmentation is sought by many women of all different age categories. For all these women, the main objective is generally not to develop a colossal, or unnaturally large "dream bust", but to enhance the natural contours of their existing breasts. Most women want naturally augmented breasts that are in harmony with the rest of their figure.
Breast augmentation: Key facts at a glance
- Op. length: about 1½ hrs
- Anaesthetic: general
- Clinic stay: 1 night or outpatient
- Post-op. treatment: 3 to 5 days with bandage and 3 weeks with bra worn day and night
- Time off work: about one week, depending on the type of work
- Sport: light exercise after 4 weeks, no sport (tennis, swimming, jogging) for 6 to 8 weeks