1. Type of Breast Implant
In order to perform the augmentation, implants will be placed under your breast tissue or chest muscle. When it comes time for your surgery, you have several options to choose from for your implants. Below is a quick rundown of the most popular kind to use. Make sure you speak with your doctor about which ones would be best for you.Silicone Implants
Silicone implants were the first devices created for augmentation procedures. There are many benefits to silicone implants. These include:- Feel more natural
- Less rippling
- A natural look
Saline Implants
Developed after silicone, saline implants are often considered the safer option for breast implants. Here are some of the benefits of saline implants:- Easier to adjust size intra-operatively
- A more rounded look
- With a rupture the saline is absorbed by the body harmlessly
2. Breast Augmentation Incision
In addition to choosing the kind of implant, you and your plastic surgeon will also decide on the best breast augmentation incision type. Through the incision made to your breast, the implant will be inserted and placed in your breast. Selecting a breast augmentation incision type that both works with your breast implants of choice and your body are best. Here are the types you’ll be able to choose from:- Inframammary fold (at the base of the breast)
- Periareolar incision (outer edge of the nipple, between the darker skin and the rest of your breast)
- Trans-axillary incision (underarm incision)
3. Breast Augmentation Recovery Time
Your breast augmentation recovery time may vary based on your personal health. We have a general estimate of breast augmentation recovery time for you to follow. Use this as a guide when asking your plastic surgeon about your personal estimated recovery time.- Some pain and pressure for the first 2-3 days after the surgery. Breasts may be sensitive to the touch and there will be swelling.
- Pain and swelling fade over the next week after surgery.
- You should feel very little pain or discomfort 3-4 weeks after surgery. Continue following recovery instructions from your doctor and only perform exercises as directed.
- 5-8 weeks after surgery, you can resume normal daily activities with the permission of your doctor.