Breast implants: Plastic Surgery Royal✓

Breast implants are one of the most common cosmetic procedures that allow women around the world to achieve the desired shape, volume, and symmetry of their breasts. This procedure is not solely aesthetic in nature – for many women, it represents an important step towards greater self-confidence, a more positive body image, and a deeper sense of harmony with their own body.

What are Breast Implants?

Breast implants are medical devices designed to enlarge, shape, or reconstruct the breasts. They can be used for aesthetic purposes or for medical reasons, such as following surgeries like mastectomy.

These implants consist of a silicone outer shell filled with either cohesive silicone gel or sterile saline. Both materials are biocompatible, durable, and well-tested, posing minimal risk of allergic reactions or rejection by the body.

Common Reasons for Breast Implants:

• Aesthetic Breast Augmentation: Often chosen by women with naturally smaller breasts or those who have experienced volume loss due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss.
• Correction of Asymmetry: To address noticeable differences in size or shape between the breasts.
• Breast Reconstruction: Following surgery, trauma, or congenital anomalies.
• Improvement of Body Proportions: To enhance body harmony and align with personal aesthetic desires.

Besides physical transformations, many patients report psychological benefits, including increased self-confidence, a better perception of their bodies, and greater expression of femininity.

Types of Implants

Understanding the different types of implants can help patients and surgeons make informed decisions based on aesthetic goals and medical needs.

By Material:

• Silicone Gel: The most commonly used implants. The cohesive gel closely resembles natural breast tissue, offering a natural look and feel, even if an implant ruptures.
• Saline: Filled with sterile saline that is absorbed in case of a rupture. They may feel somewhat less natural and are more prone to creasing or leaking.

By Shape:

• Round Implants: Provide a fuller upper chest and enhanced cleavage. Their appearance remains unchanged even if rotated.
• Anatomical Implants (Teardrop): Mimic the natural shape of the breast, with more volume at the bottom. Precise insertion is crucial, as rotation can alter the breast's appearance.

By Surface Texture:

Smooth Implants: Offer a softer feel and move more freely within the tissue. However, they may carry a slightly higher risk of capsular contracture.
  - **Textured Implants:** Adhere better to surrounding tissue, reducing the risk of rotation and capsular contracture. They are often used with anatomical implants.

Implant Position and Surgical Techniques

The placement of the implant significantly affects the final outcome and patient satisfaction.

Implant Position:

• Subglandular (Under the Glandular Tissue): Suitable for women with more natural breast tissue. Recovery tends to be faster, but there’s a higher risk of the implant being visible in thinner skin.
• Subpectoral (Under the Muscle): A common choice for women with smaller breasts, providing better implant coverage and a more natural look.
• Dual-Plane Technique: A combination of the two previous approaches, achieving a more natural shape and better anatomical compatibility.

Types of Surgical Incisions:

• Inframammary Incision: Made in the crease under the breast; this is the most common method and leaves a discreet scar.
•  Periareolar Incision: Made around the lower part of the areola; allows good access but may potentially affect nipple sensitivity.
• Axillary Incision: Made in the armpit, leaving no scar on the breast, but requires more precision technically.

Recovery and Postoperative Care

After surgery, patients typically remain in the clinic for a few hours, and recovery at home can last anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the extent of the procedure.

Recovery Stages:

• First Few Days: Patients may experience swelling, tightness, and mild discomfort. Wearing a compression bra is necessary.
• 1–2 Weeks: Rest is essential while avoiding physical exertion. Most patients return to daily activities within 7 to 10 days.
• 4–6 Weeks:** Patients can return to normal physical activities, including exercise, after consulting with their surgeon.

Regular check-ups are crucial for monitoring healing, ensuring the proper position of the implants, and detecting any complications early.

Possible Complications and Risks

While complications are rare, it's important to be aware of potential risks:

• Capsular contracture
• Infection
• Implant rupture or leakage
• Implant movement or rotation
• Changes in nipple sensitivity
• Hematoma or seroma

Most complications can be successfully addressed if identified early and managed under the care of a professional medical team. 

How to schedule an appointment for breast surgery?

If you want to schedule a breast surgery appointment, inquire about the prices, or have additional questions, please contact us via phoneat +381 65 202 77 77 or visit the following pages: Breast Surgery, Breast  Augmentation, Breast Reduction, Breast Lift.