Breast augmentation also known as augmentation or mammoplasty is surgery to increase breast size. It involves placing breast implants, silicone, saline, or alternative composite under the breast tissue or chest muscles. Breast Augmentation implants usually last from 7 to 12 years.

Breast Augmentation may help you enhance your appearance if one breast looks smaller than the other and this impacts how you dress or the type of bra needed. You can undergo breast augmentation for a reduction in the size of your breasts after pregnancy or significant weight loss and Improve self-confidence.

Type of Breast Augmentation

• Saline Implants
• Silicone gel-filled Implants
• Alternative composite Implants

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Who can and cannot get Breast Augmentation

Anyone with good physical health and good mental health can get breast augmentation, women who are breastfeeding should avoid getting the surgery. Pregnant women should also avoid getting the surgery done. A person with breast cancer or an abnormal mammogram cannot get the surgery. People battling an infection or who have been ill for a long time are advised to avoid getting the surgery. The patient should be in good physical health. This means no active infections, untreated cancer, or serious illnesses. If your breasts are sagging, flattened, elongated, asymmetrical, or lacking adequate cleavage or volume, then you're considered an excellent candidate for this surgery.

Breast augmentation is a personal choice that can help you to become a happier, sexier, and more confident version of yourself also because every person is unique, the final decision on pursuing a breast augmentation is between you and your doctor. Consulting with a certified plastic surgeon will help you to get an honest medical opinion about your situation.