Risk Involved with Breast Augmentation and How to Reduce the Chance of Complications

Breast augmentation like any surgical procedure carries some risk. It is important to know these risks in order to make an informed decision about breast augmentation. In many cases, there are steps the patient can take to reduce the possibility of complications starting with selecting a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Breast Implants USA is dedicated to providing women interested in breast augmentation with the information they need to make the best decision for them. Below you will find some of the most common risks associated with breast augmentation.

Surgical Risks:

  • Infection
  • Excessive Bleeding
  • Collection of Fluid Under the Skin (Seroma)
  • Loss of Sensation
  • Implant Rupture
  • Blood Clots

There are also potential risks that may arise after the procedure that effect they appearance of your new breast implants. These complications include:

  • Rippling
  • Bottoming Out – Bottoming out occurs when the implant does not have the tissue support needed and slips below the fold beneath the breasts
  • Symmastia – This is a condition in which the two breast implants touch each other in the middle of the chest
  • Capsular Contracture – Scar tissue around the implant that is potentially painful and causes the implant to feel hard.

In some cases, if you should experience one of these complications, you may need to undergo implant exchange surgery to correct the issue. Treating post implant complications such as capsular contracture many involve surgical procedures or other methods of breaking up the scar tissue.

There are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk of complications during and after your procedure. One of the first steps a patient can take towards a positive breast augmentation experience is selecting a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Selecting a surgeon with this certification ensures that your surgeon has extensive surgical training, passed rigorous testing, and is up to date on the latest surgical techniques.

Click here to find a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in your area.

After selecting your surgeon, there are additional steps a patient can take to further reduce their chance of complications. Not smoking weeks and even months before your breast augmentation surgery can greatly reduce your risk of complication during and after your procedure. Your surgeon will give you post-op directions that should be closely followed. This will include limitations on activity, exercise, and lifting. Closely following these directions will further reduce your chance of complications after the surgery.

There are always risks involved with surgical procedures. There is no way to determine before hand if you will experience complications. The best ways to protect yourself are selecting a board certified plastic surgeon and following the directions given to you by your breast augmentation specialist.

Breast Implants and Breast Augmentation Guide

Posted Monday, August 9th, 2010 and filed under Plastic Surgeons.

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