Breast augmentation surgery is a common procedure that many women undergo in order to improve their looks. However, breast surgery can cause pain, scarring, and more serious problems.
Even a surgery that goes perfectly may have negative consequences. After surgery, women will be in pain. Anyone undergoing breast augmentation surgery should plan for a recovery period and be ready for initial pain and swelling. During this recovery period, women will need to rest a lot.
Breast augmentation surgery is primarily done to improve a woman's physical appearance. However, sometimes breasts look much worse after a surgery than they did before. One of the most common problems is scarring. A good surgeon will not leave a lot of scars, and scar-reducing cream can be used after surgery. However, some surgeons leave disfiguring scars. Another common complaint is that sometimes breasts are not exactly the same size or shape. Although a little difference in size and shape is common in even natural breasts, a large difference can be quite unattractive. Breasts that have been enlarged often look very fake, too; some people find this artificial look unappealing, although others do not mind.
Like every type of surgery, breast enlargement surgery has some more serious risks. Any surgery, especially those that require anesthesia, carries a risk of death. However, the risk for a healthy individual is minimal. Breast augmentation carries its own set of risks, too. In the 1990's, silicone implants were banned because they were prone to rupture and were linked to certain diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Ruptures can occur years after surgery and can result in pain, disfigurement, and negative health effects. Problems resulting from breast augmentation can also interfere with a woman's ability to breast feed.
The ban on silicone implants has been lifted; however, there are still a lot of concerns regarding the safety of silicone implants. Saline implants are usually considered safer, although many people do not think they look as natural.
Many women are very satisfied after getting breast enlargement surgery. However, some women regret the surgery after encountering negative effects on their health and appearance. Women who are considering undergoing breast enlargement surgery should weigh the pros and cons very carefully. Surgeons should be researched very thoroughly; a less experienced surgeon should not be chosen just to save money. Even if everything goes well, women should be prepared for some initial pain and a little scarring.
