Breast augmentation process: from consultation to surgery
Breast augmentation surgery is a common plastic surgery, which can improve the shape and size of women's breasts. The following are the general procedures for breast augmentation surgery:
1. Consultation and evaluation
First, the patient needs to consult a plastic surgeon to understand the details and applicable conditions of breast augmentation surgery. The doctor will assess the patient's physical health, chest shape and size, as well as the patient's expectations and goals for the surgery.
During the evaluation, the doctor will also explain the risks and complications of the operation in detail, and answer the patients' questions. In addition, the doctor may recommend other examinations, such as mammography or ultrasound, to ensure that the patient is suitable for surgery.
After the consultation and evaluation process, the patient can decide whether to continue the breast augmentation surgery.
2. Preoperative preparation
Once the patient decides to undergo breast augmentation surgery, the hospital will arrange the preoperative preparations. This includes completing the education before the operation. The patient needs to know the specific details of the operation, the anesthesia method, and the recovery process after the operation.
During this period, patients also need to carry out relevant examinations, such as blood and urine examinations, to ensure that their health meets the requirements of surgery. The doctor will also inform the patient of preoperative contraindications, such as stopping taking certain drugs and blood coagulation inhibitors.
In addition, patients also need to take chest photos and measurements according to the doctor's requirements for comparison before and after surgery.
3. Operation
On the day of operation, the patient is arranged on the operating table to receive general anesthesia or local anesthesia, and the doctor will decide the anesthesia method according to the specific situation of the patient.
Before the operation, the doctor will mark the incision and the location of the implants in the chest. Later, the doctor will make a surgical incision at the lower edge of the breast, under the armpit or around the nipple.
Once the incision is opened, the doctor will insert the implant into the chest. Implants can be saline bags, silicone implants or biological implants, which can be selected according to the needs of patients and the recommendations of doctors.
When the implant is placed correctly, the doctor will close the incision. The operation usually takes 1 to 2 hours to complete.
4. Postoperative recovery
After the operation, the patient will be transferred to the recovery room for further observation and nursing. The doctor will put on the elastic bra for the patient and carry out necessary pain relief treatment.
Postoperative recovery takes some time, and patients may feel some discomfort, such as pain and tightness. The doctor will give corresponding rest and precautions to help patients speed up their recovery.
Regular follow-up is an important part of postoperative recovery. The doctor will check the healing of the surgical site and provide further suggestions. Patients need to follow the doctor's instructions and pay attention to postoperative maintenance and eating habits.
In short, breast augmentation surgery is a plastic surgery that needs careful consideration and selection. Patients need to understand the risks and contraindications of surgery through consultation and evaluation to ensure that they are suitable for surgery. Before the operation, preoperative preparation and examination are necessary to ensure the smooth operation. The operation itself requires doctors to operate accurately and master the process. Postoperative recovery and regular follow-up are also important links in the whole process. Patients need to follow the guidance of doctors for postoperative care and rehabilitation.
