When you decide to have breast augmentation surgery, you may be excited about the prospect of larger, more symmetrical breasts. However, before you go into surgery, you will need to decide which breast implant is best for you. At The Vu Center in Portland, our board-certified doctors will walk you through the different surgical options during your initial consultation and help you make any necessary decisions. Our mission is to help our patients achieve a body that they love, and we will be there for you every step of the way. If you have any questions, or you would like to learn more about our breast augmentation surgery, contact The Vu Center and schedule a consultation today! In the meantime, continue reading below for a few tips that will help you decide which breast implant is right for you.
Tip #1: Think About The Material
Breast implants are most commonly made with silicone and saline. Each material has a variety of pros and cons associated with them, and we’ve discussed them in length in a previous blog. However, what the decision really comes down to is how you want your breasts to look and feel once the implants have been placed. For example, the biggest advantage of choosing silicone implants is that they typically look and feel more natural than saline implants. On the other hand, many patients take comfort in the fact that saline implants are made with a sterile saline solution, meaning that if your implant leaks, it won’t harm your body. Before your surgery, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons of each material and eventually choose the right type of implant for you.
Tip #2: Consider Your Lifestyle
Believe it or not, but your breasts actually have a large impact on the type of life you choose to live. If you have overly large breasts, it may have an effect on how you choose to exercise, or whether or not you are even able to exercise. Another factor to consider is whether or not you want to have children. If you already have children, then this may not have much of an impact on your decision. However, if you’re choosing to have breast augmentation surgery before you have children, you should keep in mind that in some cases, your surgery may make it so that you can no longer breastfeed. These are all important factors to consider, and your doctor will better be able to explain how your implants will affect your lifestyle.
Tip #3: Decide What Implant is Best for Your Body Type
The goal of breast augmentation surgery is to enlarge and enhance your breasts while also making them look as natural as possible. For this reason, one factor you need to consider is how your new breasts will look on your body. Because you want to achieve a natural appearance, you need to think about how the size and shape of your new implants will correspond with your body type. For example, if you are a woman with a wide chest, your doctor may recommend larger and flatter implants. It all depends on the look you are trying to achieve and what you and your doctor feel will work best.
Tip #4: Talk With Your Doctor About Incision Techniques
When it comes to breast augmentation, there are a lot of decisions you need to make to ensure that you are happy with the end result. With that in mind, you will also want to talk to your doctor about the different incision techniques available. Your doctor will most likely have an incision technique in mind, but you also want to talk through the different options to ensure that you are comfortable with the placement of the scars once your body has had time to heal.
At The Vu Center, we are dedicated to helping you achieve the look that you desire. We offer a variety of plastic and cosmetic surgery options, including breast augmentation. If you are interested in learning more about the procedure, or you would like to speak to one of our talented doctors about your options, contact The Vu Center in Portland and schedule a consultation today.
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