Know what to expect before having a breast procedure. Your medical history, allergies and medications will all be asked by a breast surgeon. He will also inquire about your family history of breast carcinoma, your mammogram results, and your weight. He will also ask about any weight loss or pregnancy, and the reason for the surgery.
A mammogram
Before a woman decides to have a breast implant, it is important that she has a mammogram. Mammography is a procedure that produces images in black and white of breast tissue. These images are then reviewed by a radiologist. A mammogram can prove to be very useful in diagnosing breast cancer.
Breast implants can make mammograms uncomfortable. This is because the technologist pushes it up against the breast tissue. However, most patients report only minimal pain. Some patients with scar tissue may experience greater discomfort. The technologist will work alongside the patient to minimize discomfort.
Breast-implant women are eligible for the BC Breast Screening Program. For women over 40 years of age, they can get a free mammogram. A second screening mammogram must be scheduled at least one year after they have stopped breastfeeding.
Getting a silicone gel implant
While silicone gel breast implants may seem like a simple surgical procedure, there are a number of risks associated with them. These risks include pain relief, muscle weakness, fatigue and connective tissue disease. Some women will experience these symptoms years after their surgery, and it is important to consider these risks when considering this surgery.
Regular mammograms and ultrasonograms are necessary for silicone gel implants. These tests will detect possible issues with your implants. Your surgeon will need to have the implants removed if they are found to have burst. This could make it difficult to breastfeed. Regular MRIs are recommended for women with implants to check their health. The silicone gel implant should be able to last for several years.
Silicone gel implants feel more like breast tissue. It is more viscous than saline and provides a more natural look. If you are older than 22 years, you may be eligible for a silicone gel implant in your breasts.
A saline-injection
Saline implants can be less visible because they are filled in a solution which is absorbed by the human body. Saline implants are also very easy to alter in size. Surgeons can simply insert a saline needle into the valve of the implant. They are also easier to change than silicone implants because they require fewer incisions.
Saline breast implants are more susceptible to infection. Injecting saline to the breast can cause contamination and lead to infection. Moreover, this procedure uses large needles that must pass through a lot of skin and some blood vessels. This can cause discomfort and some bruising. Multiple injections can also stretch the skin.
Saline breast implants may also rupture. This happens when the silicone shell around the implant breaks, releasing the saline solution. The affected breast will change in shape due to the leaking solution. The silicone shell will eventually need to be taken out and replaced.