Before getting breast augmentation again, are you sure... you know these things?

Phyathai Sriracha

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17/03/2022

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Before getting breast augmentation again, are you sure... you know these things?

Is breast augmentation good? Which type is better? Before deciding on breast augmentation surgery, it’s not just about focusing on whether the results will look beautiful or if the new size will be as big as imagined. You also need to know important things such as choosing the silicone or how to take care of yourself after surgery. Here are 5 important things you should know… that you might not be aware of!

“Silicone Diameter” The Key to Making Breasts Look Natural

Many people have always thought that making new breasts look natural depends on the shape and post-surgery care, such as breast massage. But in reality, the key to making breast augmentation look natural… without telling, no one would know it has been augmented, is measuring the original breast base to compare and select a “silicone diameter size” close to the original breast. This helps the new breasts not look blocky or obviously surgically enhanced.

New Breasts Being Small or Large May Not Be Measured by CC Volume

When talking about breast augmentation surgery, whether for those considering surgery themselves or people around them, they often think first about “how many CCs the silicone size is” because they understand that choosing smaller or larger breasts depends on how many CCs of silicone are inserted. But in reality, after knowing the silicone diameter size, the doctor will compare it with the size chart of the chosen silicone brand to see what profile or height or projection (forward shape) the silicone has. After choosing the silicone height, only then will you know “how many CCs of silicone will be implanted”, which means the volume of silicone may not be the main unit of measurement when choosing the size.

“Silicone Position” Another Factor to Reduce the Problem of New Breasts Looking Blocky

Although the silicone diameter size helps make the new breasts look natural, “the position of the silicone placement” is also a very important factor. For example, breast augmentation surgery with submuscular placement, where the muscle presses down on the upper edge of the silicone, helps the silicone have a teardrop shape, making the breast mound smooth and natural-looking… like natural breasts.

After Breast Augmentation Surgery… Massage Is Not Necessary

Because of concerns about capsular contracture after surgery causing the breasts to look blocky and round, many people pay special attention to breast massage after surgery. Some massage themselves, some go to massage shops. But did you know… with current breast augmentation techniques, which usually place silicone under the muscle, “breast massage after surgery is not necessary” because the mechanism of muscle contraction and relaxation above the silicone during arm movements gently massages the silicone naturally. Another thing to be very careful about is that many people massage their breasts incorrectly, which can risk breast deformity.

Self-Care After Suture Removal… As Important As Post-Surgery Care

After one week post-surgery and suture removal, patients often think they can resume normal activities. But in reality, the appointment for suture removal after 7 days is because leaving stitches longer can cause scarring. Removing stitches does not mean the wound is fully healed, so caution is needed. Avoid raising arms above the head, lifting heavy objects, or swinging arms vigorously and quickly, as this may cause the wound to open and increase the risk of infection.

When planning surgery, besides choosing the location and considering the surgery cost, we should also know other important information, including the surgical method, type of silicone, self-care before and after surgery. Scheduling a consultation with a surgeon to ask detailed questions before deciding is another important thing not to overlook.

 

Dr. Dulyanat Aranyapal
Specialist in Plastic Surgery and Maxillofacial Surgery
Plastic Surgery Center, Phyathai Sriracha Hospital


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