What are the specific steps of breast augmentation surgery
Breast augmentation surgery, or breast implantation, is a cosmetic surgery that changes the shape and size of the breast by surgically implanting a prosthesis into the breast. The specific steps of breast augmentation surgery will be described in detail in the following aspects: identification of patient suitability, selection of appropriate implants, surgical methods and postoperative care.
Identify patient suitability
As a surgical operation, breast augmentation surgery requires patients to have certain conditions and health conditions. First, the patient must be at least 18 years old and have fully developed breasts. Secondly, patients need to go through a comprehensive physical examination to ensure that there are no chronic diseases such as heart disease, hypertension, and that they are not pregnant or breast-feeding. Finally, patients should have reasonable expectations and psychological endurance, and be able to understand the risks and possible consequences of surgery.
Generally speaking, hospitals will evaluate the suitability of patients by means of interview, physical examination and necessary laboratory tests. This process requires patients to provide detailed medical history and family medical history, and fully communicate patients' expectations and needs, so that doctors can develop the most suitable surgical plan.
Selection of appropriate implants
The choice of implants is a very critical step in breast augmentation surgery. At present, common implants include saline bags, silica gel bags and biomaterials. Different implants have different characteristics and scope of application. Doctors will decide which implant to use according to the patient's body shape, breast shape, desired effect and other factors.
During surgery, doctors will select appropriate implant shapes, sizes and materials according to the needs of patients, and conduct accurate measurement and planning before surgery. Some patients may need breast lifting or breast fat filling to obtain better surgical results.
Operation mode
There are usually two common methods of breast augmentation surgery: incision breast augmentation surgery and axillary breast augmentation surgery. Incision breast augmentation surgery is to implant implants into breast tissue through an incision at the breast groove or breast edge below the breast. This way can better control the position and shape of the implant. The axillary breast augmentation surgery is to make a small incision under the armpit, and then implant the implant into the breast tissue through the incision. This method can reduce the damage to breast tissue and recover quickly after operation.
During the operation, the doctor will select the appropriate operation method according to the specific situation of the patient, and use local anesthesia or general anesthesia. The operation time is generally between 1 and 2 hours. The patient needs to be hospitalized for observation for a period of time after the operation, and cooperate with the doctor's postoperative nursing guidance for nursing and recovery.
Postoperative care
Postoperative care is particularly important to help patients recover quickly and avoid complications. Within a few days after the operation, the patient needs to pay attention to maintaining rest and sleep, avoiding strenuous exercise and lifting heavy objects, keeping the incision dry and clean, and changing the dressing regularly as instructed by the doctor. In addition, patients also need to pay attention to diet conditioning, avoid taking too much salt and irritants to promote wound healing.
Within a few weeks after the operation, the patient needs regular follow-up visits. The doctor will observe the healing of the breast and the stability of the implant, and make further nursing guidance and adjustment as needed. Patients should avoid exposure to sunlight and strenuous exercise to reduce the possibility of breast displacement and other complications.
Summary
The specific steps of breast augmentation surgery include identifying the suitability of patients, selecting appropriate implants, surgical methods and postoperative care. By comprehensively considering the patient's physical condition, expected effect, surgical technique and other factors, the doctor can formulate the most appropriate surgical plan for the patient, and perform precise operation and meticulous care during the operation. Postoperative patients need to be nursed and recovered according to the doctor's instructions to obtain satisfactory results.
