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Breast Augmentation and Breast Implant Surgery FAQ


Our Frequently Asked Questions on breast augmentation offers information about breast augmentation procedures including breast implants (saline and silicone implants) and other forms of breast surgery as wells as important information on breast surgeons. You will find questions to answers about most topics ranging from recovery times and various types of procedures to new breast augmentation techniques and technologies, costs, and healing times. If you cannot find the question or answer that you are looking for, contact us here.

For more information, consult our cosmetic surgery and breast augmentation procedures page, our glossary of terms page, or contact us directly.



General Breast Augmentation/Breast Implants Questions


A few general questions about new breast implants, breast augmentation surgery risks, complications and breastfeeding with breast implants.


  1. Can breast implants give form and lift to sagging breasts?
  2. What are the risks associated with breast augmentation surgery?
  3. Will breasts with implants sag over a long period of time?
  4. Can a woman breast-feed after undergoing breast augmentation procedures?
  5. Can breast implants give some lift to sagging breasts?
  6. How will breast implants look and feel compared to natural breasts?
  7. What is the recovery time from breast augmentation surgery?
  8. How do I know if my breast augmentation cosmetic surgeon is qualified?


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Breast Implant and Breast Augmentation Types


Answers about types of breast implants, how long they last, the difference between saline and silicone implants, and which types of implants are right for your body.


  1. Which is the best type of breast implant/augmentation for my body type?
  2. What is the difference between round and formed or contoured breast implants?
  3. Do breast/mammary implant manufacturers have warranties or guarantees?
  4. How long will my breast implants last. Is my breast augmentation under warranty?
  5. What are the differences between smooth and textured breast implants?
  6. Will saline breast implants harden over time?
  7. What is trans-umbilical breast augmentation (TUBA)?
  8. What is the difference between a TUBA and a traditional breast augmentation?
  9. Is the TUBA procedure scar-less?
  10. Are silicone gel-filled breast implants safe?



Preparation, Anesthesia, and Incisions in Breast Augmentation/Implant Surgery


Preparing for Breast Augmentaton/Breast Implant Surgery; anesthesia and incisions



  1. What should I bring to my breast augmentation surgery consultation?
  2. Will there be any lab work before my breast augmentation surgery? If so, what kind?
  3. Should I stop taking aspirin or Vitamin E before surgery? What about drinking alcohol?
  4. I hear arnica montana can prevent/reduces bruising and swelling; Is this true?
  5. Should I quit smoking before my breast implant surgery? Can I use a nicotine patch or gum?
  6. What does anesthesia feel like?
  7. What type of anesthesia is best for breast augmentation surgery? Do I have a choice?
  8. Can I have my surgery under local anesthesia?
  9. How many incisions are there for breast augmentation surgery?
  10. What incision or intervention is least invasive and best for me?
  11. How long will my breast implant incisions/scars be?
  12. My bra is causing pain in my incision lines, what can I do?
  13. Can my breast/mammary lift incisions be used to insert my implants?
  14. What can I do to heal my scars faster?



Recovering from Breast Augmentation/Breast Implant Surgery


The recovery process and what you can expect after breast augmentation surgery.



  1. What if I get sick and I cannot take my medication?
  2. I am a very active person. How long should I wait until I resume exercising?
  3. How long before my breast implants settle into place?
  4. Why are my breasts red and feel like they are sunburned?
  5. Why are my breasts shiny? Will the shine/luster go away?
  6. What are keloids?
  7. If one of my breast implants deflates how will I know?
  8. If I choose to have my breast implants removed, will I need a breast lift afterward?
  9. What is symmastia (uniboob)?
  10. What is capsular contracture and how often does it occur? Is it painful?



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