Risks of Breast Augmentation

There are risks with breast augmentation, as there are with any surgery. Before you have any sort of surgery done, you should always know the risks and potential complications. Every good cosmetic surgeon will explain the breast augmentation risks beforehand and make sure you understand them. In general cosmetic surgeons put a high priority on patient education.

The best way to minimize any risk is to choose a fully-qualified and experienced cosmetic surgeon. It’s worth taking some time to look into the background, qualifications, and reputation of each surgeon you consider. Patient screening is all-important, to avoid inappropriate or dangerous surgeries, and the best cosmetic surgeons will screen their patients very rigorously, rather than accept all comers for the sake of more income. If you are in the Dallas, TX area, you could start with Dr. Rai, a skilled and kindly cosmetic surgeon who will pass every test you subject him to.

Capsular Contracture

Any time an implant is placed in the body a membrane of connective tissue forms around it. Around breast implants it is called a capsule and it is usually not a problem. In some cases it contracts and becomes too tight, squeezing the implant, making it feel very firm and look unnatural. It can also be very painful.

Mild capsular contracture may not be much problem – in fact you may not even notice it. But a severe case usually requires surgery to correct it. A good cosmetic surgeon will give you instructions on how to massage your breasts so as to stretch the capsule and prevent any contracture.

Rupture and Leaking

During the 14-year period that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had silicone gel implants restricted, manufacturers did further research on safety and came up with a stronger silicone for the implant shell. So the implants which are available today are not the same as those available before 1992.

Nor is the silicone gel inside silicone implants the same. If a silicone implant were to rupture, the gel inside it would now stay inside. It sticks to itself and would not leak out into the body. In fact, even if it did leak into the body, there is no research to suggest that that would be a health risk.

The 14 years of research on safety came up with no results that established any connection between silicone gel and disease. Silicon (with no “e”) is the second most common element on Earth after oxygen. The silicones (with an “e”) which are made from it are in many household products, such as dish detergent and hair spray, and all of us have plenty of silicone already in our bodies, causing no harm.

If you have saline implants, the salt solution which might leak out in the event of a rupture would be harmlessly absorbed by the body. However, the implant would lose its shape and you would notice this rupture sooner than you might notice any rupture of a silicone gel implant.

Rippling

If you have thin chest tissue, you may notice the ripples in a saline implant shell. Because these implants contain liquid, the shells always tend to have ripples. Silicone implants do not tend to ripple. Also, if you have the implants placed below the pectoral muscles, any ripples will be less visible.

Scarring

Whenever the skin is incised, it will heal up with a scar. Part of good surgical skill is placing incisions where the scar will not be very noticeable. Keep in mind too that scarring varies with each individual. Some people scar easily and end up with a very thin and inconspicuous scar. Others may end up with red and prominent scars. Heredity plays a role in this. If necessary, a scar surgery can reduce an over-large scar.

Loss of Sensation

Sometimes a woman finds that she has no nipple sensation, or has less breast sensation overall. In most cases this is temporary, and full sensation returns within about three months. In rare cases it is permanent. Again, you can minimize your chances of this occurring by choosing your cosmetic surgeon carefully. The best surgeons will not inadvertently sever or damage any nerves.

All surgeries bring other risks, such as the chance of an infection, pain during recovery, and possible anesthesia allergy. With breast implants there is also the added risk of interference with breast exams and mammograms. But again, a good cosmetic surgeon will show you how to do your self-exams effectively. Also, any reputable mammography office will know how to get clear images.

If you do want to go ahead with breast augmentation, don’t let any fear of the risks hold you back. Instead, spend your energy and time on finding the best cosmetic surgeon in your area, and consulting with him/her. Be sure and take a list of your questions and keep asking questions until you have clear answers.

For more information about the risks of breast augmentation, contact Dr. Vasdev Rai today to set up a consultation.

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