How long does breast augmentation and plastic surgery hospital take
Breast augmentation surgery is a common plastic surgery, which is sought after by many women. Breast augmentation can change women's body proportion, increase self-confidence, and make their breasts more plump and straight. However, many people are confused about how long the whole procedure will take. This article will give detailed answers from the aspects of operation preparation, operation time, postoperative recovery and effect duration.
Surgical preparation
Before breast augmentation surgery, the hospital will require patients to carry out a series of examinations and evaluations. These examinations include color ultrasound, X-ray photography, etc. to ensure the breast health of patients. In addition, preoperative physical examination, including blood examination and electrocardiogram, is also required to assess the overall physical condition of the patient. Generally, the whole preparation process takes 2-3 days.
Before surgery, patients also need to meet with plastic surgeons to discuss the desired results after surgery and the selection of breast augmentation materials. The plastic surgeon will develop a personalized surgical plan according to the patient's physical condition and expectations.
Operation time
Breast augmentation and plastic surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia, and the whole operation time is usually about 1 to 2 hours. During the operation, the doctor will implant breast augmentation materials into the patient's chest by cutting the lower breast groove, armpit or areola. During the operation, doctors also need to make relevant breast shape adjustments during the operation to achieve more ideal results.
It should be noted that the operation time will vary depending on the specific situation of the patient. For example, if the operation involves additional steps such as areola lifting or repair, the operation time may be prolonged.
Postoperative recovery
After the operation, the patient needs to be hospitalized for observation for one to two days. During hospitalization, the hospital will give patients corresponding care and medication to promote wound healing and postoperative recovery.
After surgery, patients need to follow the doctor's recommendations for recovery training and nursing. In general, it is necessary to avoid strenuous exercise and overexertion within 2 to 3 weeks after the operation, and to avoid violent shaking of the chest. Special bra shall be worn within 4-6 weeks to maintain breast shape and support breast.
Generally, 2 to 3 months after the operation, the patient can gradually return to normal life and work. From 3 to 6 months after operation, the breast shape will be more natural, and the postoperative effect will gradually appear.
Effect duration
The effect of breast augmentation plastic surgery can generally last for 8 to 10 years. However, factors such as postoperative breast shape and material selection will affect the duration of the effect. If the patient has reasonable care and maintenance after the operation, regular inspection and follow the doctor's advice, the duration of the operation effect can also be extended.
To sum up, the time required for breast augmentation plastic surgery includes surgical preparation, operation time, postoperative recovery, and the duration of surgical effect. Patients need to carefully evaluate when selecting hospitals and doctors, and follow the doctor's guidance for preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative care to ensure the safety and effect of surgery.
