Breast Augmentation Perth, WA
(Boutique Breast Implants)
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Absolute Cosmetic is a highly trusted and recommended name for breast enlargement and augmentation in Perth.
Breast augmentation is one of the most frequently performed plastic/cosmetic surgery procedures today. Women all over the world have thought about breast augmentation, the aesthetic and emotional aspects of breast enlargement and what the first steps are in undergoing breast enhancement. The main reasons for undergoing breast implant surgery are: augmentation to increase breast size and or shape (cosmetic); reconstruction following mastectomy; replacement of an existing implant for medical or cosmetic reasons; correction of a con-genital deformity.
We work with a team of Doctors (FRACS and Non FRACS) to ensure the correct procedure is performed by the best practitioner, ensuring the patient receives the correct treatment type, whether it is a reduction, augmentation, lifting or a combined procedure. With our years of experience in Western Australia and overseas, we are a highly professional surgery providing breast augmentation Perth women prefer.
Our aim is for a shaped boutique breast, not just general enlarging. It must be remembered that although breast augmentation is a common procedure, it may not suit some individuals and results will vary.
Breast enlargement and augmentation have undergone many variations in procedures and methods since the initial surgery in the 1970's. There has been constant improvement both in manufacturing processes and surgical techniques. To date over 750,000 breast implants have been inserted worldwide. The surgeon / patient relationship has also evolved with patients becoming increasingly well informed on all aspects of breast surgery.
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Understanding your breastsYour breast is made up of fatty tissue, glandular tissue, milk ducts, blood vessels, nerves and lymph ducts, covered with skin. Behind the breast lies the pectoralis major muscle. A breast implant can be placed either partially under or over this muscle, depending on the thickness of your breast tissue and its ability to adequately cover the breast implant. It is the fatty tissue that makes your breast feel soft and gives it its shape. The shape also depends on the elasticity of the skin.
What is a breast implant?
Breast implants consist of an envelope that is usually filled with gel. Gels can have different consistencies, one of which is achieved by the use of cohesive gel which has a shape retaining memory. Implants can also be filled with saline solution or silicone gel. These fillers can help to create the appearance you desire. As well as the filler, there are other features of a breast implant that will assist with the finish your wish for such as the shell, height, shape and size.
Breast implants exist in two different shapes. Some implants are round (round implants), while others are shaped more like a teardrop (anatomical implants), closely resembling the natural shape of a breast. Opinion differs as to the best to use and the technique is always evolving.
Silicone Versus Saline Breast Implants
In addition to its proven safety, the consistency of silicone provides for a very natural feel to the breast. Silicone is also available in a cohesive form similar to jelly in consistency. This gives a natural feel to the breast and should not leak due to its thick consistency. If gel leaks out, it produces stickiness around the implant but is usually contained by connective tissue that forms around foreign matter and prevents the gel from seeping into surrounding tissues. This may stimulate tissue to react with capsular contracture but there is no other indication that this is dangerous although we must always be vigilant and realistic.
Silicone implants have less risk of ridges. They are stable and designed to give a more natural anatomical form than other implants. Some implants have both a cohesive silicone gel and soft touch cohesive gel. The vast range of shapes and sizes allows the implants to be customised to the patient's desires, breast and thoracic shapes.
Saline implants have the advantage of having a material inside the implant that is not foreign to the body as people consist of about two-thirds salt water. If the casing of the implant should develop a small leak, the salt water is absorbed by the body but the risk of this is less than 5% over a ten year period. If the implant should leak, it can result in the breast becoming flat and another operation is needed to insert a new implant. Saline implants also have a lower tendency to develop capsular contracture. A disadvantage to saline is the "slushy" consistency. This only allows for it to be used in round implants, leaving you with only one choice of shape.
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Factors limiting your selection and sizeThe implant size you desire may be limited by your existing breast tissue characteristics. For example, the elasticity of your skin or the amount of existing breast tissue you may have may keep you from increasing your breast size as much as you might like. The skin needs to be sufficiently elastic to be able to cover the desired implant completely. Implants that are too large for the quantity of skin and breast tissue available may remain visible or palpable below the skin. This may spoil the effect that you want to achieve. Furthermore, you may face a greater risk of surgical complications. Your practitioner will explain any limitations during your consultation.
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How long do breast implants last?Breast implants are artificial devises which will gradually age and wear out, and will eventually need to be removed or replaced. This should be considered after ten to twenty years, which is when the risk of problems may increase. How long the breast implant remains without complications, depends on the type of implant inserted and the type of surgery you have had.
It is important to remember that a breast implant, whatever it is filled with, is not necessarily in place for life and to remember removal or replacement may be necessary. This can add expense in the future along with the cost of any problems encountered. There are women who have had the same breast implants in place for over thirty years without problems, but there are also women who have had to have their implants replaced within a relatively short period of time. For these reasons, you should be aware that you may need to undergo surgery on your breasts again for some reason, directly related to your breast implants. It is also important to remember that NOT EVERYONE will end up with good looking breasts when they are enlarged as implants can suit some patients more than others.
Preparing for the Breast Augmentation operation
Your surgeon will certainly want to begin by making sure that you are in good health, well informed, have realistic expectations of the result as well as the risks and the post operative instructions. All aspects of the surgery should be fully understood by the patient before the procedure date is booked. It is also important for the surgeon to understand your size requirements. A decision also needs to be made on the positioning of the implant. It can be placed either partially or totally under the pectoralis major muscle (sub muscular) or on top of the muscle and under the glands (sub glandular). The surgeon, in consultation with you, will choose the location depending on your physical characteristics.
The MOST important part of the "pre-surgery workup" is ensuring you are psychologically prepared, realistic and fully informed. Having the implants will not change your life and some patients may not like the shape or the size may not match their expectations in hindsight. For this reason, you MUST be realistic and well informed.
Smokers MUST quit for the peri operative period.
Operation day
Before the operation, breast measurements are retaken using a calliper and measuring tape. The surgeon then makes his markings on the chest while you are in the sitting position. The area to be operated on is washed with prep to sterilise it and then covered with sterile surgical drapes. An incision is then made to create the pocket for the implant. It is at this stage, the implant is put in place. The incision is then sewn together in several layers. Re-absorbable thread is used in the muscles and in the lower layer of skin. The surface suture area is usually made with synthetic threads, which are removed after about two weeks. You are then bandaged. The operation normally takes one to two hours. WE DO NOT rush this as the boutique breast is one that needs careful adjustment for the optimal (never perfect) shape for the individual.
What to expect after the Breast Augmentation surgeryBreast augmentation operations are usually painful in the hours after surgery but the pain should ease by the following day and you will be sent home with effective painkillers. Tumescent anaesthesia often numbs the breast and allows quicker recovery.
Immediately after the operation, your breasts may feel numb and swollen but this will improve week by week. Within a week of the operation, the pain has usually disappeared, though the breast may still be tender to touch. Very gentle exercise can be resumed with caution after a couple of weeks and increased at a comfortable pace, but avoid intense physical activity and lifting is to be avoided for six weeks.
The final result of a breast enlargement operation is assessed at a follow-up appointment. When living with breast implants, all women should practice breast self-examination and have annual clinical examinations by their doctor making sure the doctor is aware of the presence of implants.
This is a procedure that is commonly performed but often misunderstood by the general public.
Complications can occur and the "contracture of the capsule" and "double bubble under the breast" must be discussed with your practitioner. Remember reoperation with extra costs is always a possibility.
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Why Us for Breast Enlargement?Absolute Cosmetic are a trusted provider of breast augmentation Perth women select with confidence. We aim for good (Boutique) shape and not just total breast enlargement.
Our Doctors regularly travel for updates on the latest techniques as this procedure and the type of implants is rapidly evolving. We are the provider of breast implants Perth customers trust.
We recommend the tumescent numbing technique for less pain, faster recovery and less risk.
Good psychological care is part of our work up.
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Breast Implant FAQ (199 KB)
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We have clinics located in Perth, Broome, Esperance, Geraldton, Joondalup, Kalgoorlie, Karratha and Mandurah. There is a convenient location for almost everyone in WA!
