Pros and cons of breast augmentation

Pros and cons of breast augmentation

Augmentation mammoplasty, also called breast augmentation, is done to increase the size of breasts. The size is increased either by placing implants beneath the breast tissue or chest wall or by using autologous fat transfer, where fat is moved from another part of the body to enhance the appearance of the breasts. The shape and size of the breasts can change due to many reasons; even the natural aging process can result in a deflated and saggy shape; augmentation mammoplasty Lahore can help in restoring the volume and curves to maintain the youthful and proportionate figure.

Breast augmentation is usually a cosmetic procedure carried out to improve the aesthetic appearance by adding volume, contouring curves, and creating natural-looking symmetrical breasts to boost confidence and improve quality of life.

Reconstructive breast augmentation is performed due to some medical reason to reconstruct the shape and size of the breasts and restore the normal shape, for instance, after mastectomy.

• If someone is in good health with a positive attitude and realistic expectations, then they are a good candidate for this procedure. Augmentation mammoplasty Lahore can be instrumental for those who are seeking;
  • A better proportioned or more appealing figure
  • To acquire symmetry, if one breast is smaller than the other
  • If pregnancy, weight loss, or aging have affected the shape, size, or firmness
  • Restore the breast after surgery

For some women, the decision to get a breast enhancement is something they have considered for a long time, for instance, in case of asymmetrical breast, or micromastia (underdeveloped breast size), etc. and in others, major changes such as pregnancy, weight loss, or breastfeeding have led to a need of cosmetic enhancement. Whatever the reason might be, undergoing breast augmentation is a significant and impactful decision and should be made after a strategic consideration of the pros and cons and consulting a qualified plastic surgeon. Following are a few considerations of going through augmentation mammoplasty Lahore;

• Restore proportions
• Guaranteed increase in size
• Enhance shape and profile of breasts
• Provide long term results
• New implant technologies are safer
• Day procedure with minimal maintenance after a post-operative duration
• It does not interfere with breastfeeding and mammograms
• Natural-looking symmetrical breasts

• The risk associated with the surgery
• Implants may need to be replaced
• Results can change with skin, aging, lifestyle, etc.
• May need regular ultrasounds and checkups
• Complications linked with the procedure
• Like any surgery, it will leave some scars