Primary objective of implants is to improve the size, shape and appearance of the breast. Breast implant surgery has become the most commonly performed cosmetic surgical procedure world wide. Amazing what it does for a woman's self esteem and confidence.
Best Candidates
- Women who are physically healthy and want a balanced and aesthetically pleasing pair of breasts
- Women who feel their breast size is too small, deflated or less full - with the absence of ptosis (sagging)
Hospital Consultation
During your consult with the surgeon at the Hospital the surgeon will review your medical history and examine you and then clearly discuss the options to consider:
- Type of Implant - Saline or cohesive silicone gel
- Shape of Implant - Round or Anatomical (teardrop shaped)
- Surface of Implants - Smooth or Textured
- Profile of Implant - Forward projection (low, medium or high)
- Placement of Implant - Behind the muscle (sub-muscular or sub-pectoral), front of the muscle (sub-glandular), or a combination of the two (dual plane)
- Size of Implant - Based on: width of current breasts, chest and hips; frame size, height and lifestyle
- Incision Site - Inframammary (below the breast); Periareolar (around the nipple); Auxiliary (through the armpit).
Your Surgeon will discuss his preferred method for you depending on all considerations. Ultimately, size will be your personal preference. It is also recommended that you take visual aids to define what look you are wanting to achieve.
Procedure
A cavity for the implant is prepared through the incision, then the method of inserting and positioning your implant will depend on your anatomy and your surgeon's recommendation.
Time: 2 - 3 hours
Anaesthesia: General
Hospitalisation: 1 - 2 Nights (Day surgery is not permitted)
Time Away: Allow for at least 10 days in Thailand for appointment, surgery, recovery, post op care and checkup/s
Pre Surgery Care
- Avoid all prescribed and over the counter medications (unless specified by your Medical Practitioner), aspirin including: vitamins, herbs, supplements, red wine and smoking for at least 2 weeks prior to surgery. Panadol is acceptable
- Plan to have enough time off for surgery and recovery particularly if other procedures are incorporated
Post Surgery & Care
- Follow your surgeons post surgical instructions
- Pain is dependent upon the extent of work done and your general health and wellbeing. Every individual is unique and will have different recovery rates and pain thresholds. Pain medication and antibiotics are prescribed
- Sutures will be removed 4 - 7 days post surgery (depending on site)
- Drains, if required, will be removed 2- 3 days post surgery (depending on site)
- Wear a breathable support garment
- Avoid initially and then limit exposure to; any steam, saunas, swimming, soaking in water in general, and direct exposure to sunlight to all surgical sites, for 3 - 4 months to achieve the best possible scar result
- Massage is important for optimal results. Your surgeon will provide you with massage instructions
Recovery time
- Some Bruising may happen: 2 weeks Swelling: up to 3 months
- Regular Activities: 3 weeks
- Strenuous Activities: 4 - 6 weeks
Results
Well proportioned, larger, smoother and aesthetically pleasing breasts |
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