Breast augmentation – Deciding if implants are right for you.

Women with small breasts whose shape has changed or whose size has decreased after pregnancy may find breast augmentation beneficial. Breast augmentation may be desired for a variety of reasons, including:

• Long-term dissatisfaction with breast size.
• Lack of proportion in body shape.
• To regain or increase breast size after having children or losing weight.
• Correction of uneven or malformed breasts.

If these concerns bother you, a breast augmentation with Dr Chad Wu at his downtown Toronto private plastic surgery clinic may suit you.

What happens during breast augmentation?

Breast augmentation is generally performed under general anaesthesia. A pocket is made under each breast, where the implants are inserted to achieve the desired aesthetic effect. Your surgeon will also check the appearance of the breast in a sitting and lying position before completing the operation, and bandages will then be applied. A local anaesthetic is injected during the process to relieve post-operative pain. A surgical drain is generally not necessary.

What happens during a breast augmentation consultation?

During your consultation, the surgeon will discuss what is aesthetically feasible, considering several important factors that affect the desired result:

• What is the overall quality of your breast tissue, and will a breast lift (mastopexy) also be required?
• Where should the incisions be concealed?
• Should the implant be placed under or over the breast muscles?

At his downtown Toronto private plastic surgery clinic, Dr Chad Wu will recommend an implant whose shape and projection will achieve the desired result and best suit your figure to create a pleasing, balanced appearance in proportion to your shoulders, ribcage, and hips.