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Breast Implant Arizona

Breast implants, are the most common form of breast augmentation surgery. Breast implants can enhance your appearance, improve your self-confidence, and broaden your ability to wear different clothing fashions by changing the shape and size of your breasts to better match your body style. Breast implants can also be used to rebalance a voluptuous figure, correct lost volume resulting from age or pregnancies, and balance asymmetrical breasts.

If you are seriously considering a breast implant, Arizona has many options for you. However, finding a surgeon that you feel comfortable with can be more challenging. At Cosmetic Surgery Institute (CSI), we take great pride in being there for you and providing the positive results you deserve.

The following cities are closest to our center for those undergoing a procedure for a breast implant: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Chandler, Mesa and Tempe.

Questions to Ask your Surgeon Before Surgery.

There are many options regarding breast implant surgery, each of which you will want to discuss with your doctor prior to your surgery including size considerations and perhaps even questions about the operation itself. Since many of these questions are sensitive, in nature, they may require a face to face consult.

Breast Implant – Phoenix Myths and Common Misperceptions.

There are plenty of rumors, myths, and fallacies people have surrounding the topic of a breast implant. Phoenix is certainly no exception. To clear up these misperceptions, we’ve provided a comprehensive summary of the general terms, definitions, trends and steps involved in a breast implant surgery below.

Breast Augmentation (Augmentation Mammoplasty)

Breast augmentation (enlargement) is a surgical procedure that is used to enlarge small breasts, underdeveloped breasts, or breasts that have decreased in size or fullness following childbirth. It is accomplished by placing an implant behind each breast. To do this, an incision is made in one of three possible locations. The incision can be placed (1) in the crease under the breast (2) around the areola (the darker area of skin surrounding the nipple), or (3) in the armpit. Each of these incisions may have specific advantages or disadvantages. The final decision on which incision is used should be reached after a discussion with your physician.

The implants currently used for cosmetic breast enlargement are almost always salt water (saline) filled implants. The silicone gel implants are usually reserved for women having breast reconstruction after cancer. They may also be used in women having secondary or unusual breast enlargement surgery. The implants can be placed either directly under the breast tissue on top of the chest muscles, or underneath both the breast tissue and chest muscles. Again, there are pros and cons to each of these and you should discuss the different methods with Dr. Kotoske.

Where you have your surgery is another consideration. If you live in the area, proximity to your home should be a key factor to where you decide to have your breast implant. Phoenix, where out office is located, is close nearby to several hospitals for you to choose from.

The shape of the breast implant is another option women have today. Recent design changes have allowed the introduction of "anatomically shaped" breast implants. Viewed from the side, these implants have a natural contour and more closely resemble the female breast. Older implant styles are round and flat like a pancake. Depending on which type is used, different shapes of the new breast can be obtained. Again, talk with your plastic surgeon to see if the anatomically shaped implants will give you the more natural look you desire.

The breast implant in Arizona operation is usually done as an out-patient procedure. This means you come in and be home the same day. The operation is also usually done under IV sedation with local anesthesia, meaning you go to sleep for the operation, and when you wake up it's all done. Drains are rarely used, and recovery is generally a 2-3 week period before vigorous activities are resumed. Routine activities can be resumed in 5-7 days. Again, proximity to the operational facility is usually an important factor in where you choose to have your surgery for your breast implant. Arizona, Phoenix in particular, is where our facility is located. We have an operative suite onsite for your convenience.

Possible Complications: Although the operation is usually straight-forward and uncomplicated, problems infrequently occur as with any operation. These possible complications include bleeding around the implant, infection, change in sensation around the nipple, firmness of the breast from a capsule tightening around the implant, visible wrinkles in the implant, and asymmetry. Although all of these are unusual, it is important that every patient be well informed about the procedure, the options available, and the potential problems. Write down a list of questions and concerns to discuss with your doctor at the time of your visit.

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