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03.20.08
Breast Augmentation Myths Revealed
Myth 1: “Breast augmentation is extremely painful.”
Truth: Breast augmentation, like any other surgery, will cause minor discomfort, which could be eased with a mild pain medication.
Myth 2: “I need to have breast implant revision surgery every 10 years.”
Truth: There is no specific amount of time required before a patient has revision surgery. The need for revision surgery depends on certain medical factors such as ruptures, deflation or capsular contracture or the decision to change the size of the implants.
Myth 3: “I can’t wear under-wire bras.”
Truth: After healing, it is alright to wear under-wire bras. In fact, wearing under-wire bras can help support the weight of the breasts and prevent sagging and stretching breast tissue in the long run.
Myth 4: “I can’t get a Mammogram with implants.”
Truth: Silicone or saline implants placed under the muscle actually help achieve excellent Mammogram results.
Myth 5: “I’m over 50 years old and way too old to have breast augmentation.”
Truth: Women can have breast augmentation regardless of their age, as long as they are in good health and free of breast cancer.
Myth 6: “I will be able to tell if I get a rupture or tear in my silicone gel implant.”
Truth: It is difficult to detect silicone implant ruptures because the implant holds its shape. Having an MRI is a good method for detecting ruptures.
Myth 7: “I can have breast augmentation done with just any cosmetic surgeon.”
Truth: Not all physicians are qualified to perform cosmetic surgery. Women should be careful to choose a Board-Certified Surgeon to ensure that the surgeon has gone through adequate training and has the credentials to perform safe surgery.
Myth 8: “Breast implants will put me in danger.”
Truth: Although breast implants can cause some complications, studies have shown that they do not cause life threatening complications.
Myth 9: “All patients lose nipple sensitivity by having a breast augmentation.”
Truth: Approximately 10-15% of women experience a decrease in nipple sensitivity. Surgeons carefully avoid harming the nerves that give sensation in the nipples.
Myth 10: “Breast augmentation recovery takes very long.”
Truth: Although recovery depends on the individual, patients are typically able to walk after the surgery is completed, and return to work and other activities after 5-7 days.
Truth: Breast augmentation, like any other surgery, will cause minor discomfort, which could be eased with a mild pain medication.
Myth 2: “I need to have breast implant revision surgery every 10 years.”
Truth: There is no specific amount of time required before a patient has revision surgery. The need for revision surgery depends on certain medical factors such as ruptures, deflation or capsular contracture or the decision to change the size of the implants.
Myth 3: “I can’t wear under-wire bras.”
Truth: After healing, it is alright to wear under-wire bras. In fact, wearing under-wire bras can help support the weight of the breasts and prevent sagging and stretching breast tissue in the long run.
Myth 4: “I can’t get a Mammogram with implants.”
Truth: Silicone or saline implants placed under the muscle actually help achieve excellent Mammogram results.
Myth 5: “I’m over 50 years old and way too old to have breast augmentation.”
Truth: Women can have breast augmentation regardless of their age, as long as they are in good health and free of breast cancer.
Myth 6: “I will be able to tell if I get a rupture or tear in my silicone gel implant.”
Truth: It is difficult to detect silicone implant ruptures because the implant holds its shape. Having an MRI is a good method for detecting ruptures.
Myth 7: “I can have breast augmentation done with just any cosmetic surgeon.”
Truth: Not all physicians are qualified to perform cosmetic surgery. Women should be careful to choose a Board-Certified Surgeon to ensure that the surgeon has gone through adequate training and has the credentials to perform safe surgery.
Myth 8: “Breast implants will put me in danger.”
Truth: Although breast implants can cause some complications, studies have shown that they do not cause life threatening complications.
Myth 9: “All patients lose nipple sensitivity by having a breast augmentation.”
Truth: Approximately 10-15% of women experience a decrease in nipple sensitivity. Surgeons carefully avoid harming the nerves that give sensation in the nipples.
Myth 10: “Breast augmentation recovery takes very long.”
Truth: Although recovery depends on the individual, patients are typically able to walk after the surgery is completed, and return to work and other activities after 5-7 days.
