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Frequently Asked Questions: Breast Augmentation Information

Many questions about breast augmentation and breast implants are asked again and again. If you have questions, it is probable you will find the answers here. Find your question or topic of interest and then click on it to read the answer.

This is not the only area of BreastImplants4You.com where you might find answers to your questions. We discuss these topics in depth in other sections as well.

Breast Augmentation (General)
General questions about breast implants, breast augmentation surgery risks, complications and breastfeeding with breast implants.

1. What are the risks of breast augmentation surgery?
2. Can a woman breastfeed after breast augmentation?
3. Can implants give some lift to sagging breasts?
4. Are breasts with implants more likely to sag over time?
5. Will my breast implants feel like natural breasts?

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Breast Implants
Questions about types of implants, how long do they last and what’s the difference between saline and silicone implants.

1. Can saline (saltwater) filled implants harden?
2. What are the differences between smooth and textured mammary implants?
3. What are the differences between round and contoured (anatomical) mammary implants?
4. What is the expected product life of the implant? How long do breast implants last?
5. I have heard that mammary implant manufacturers have implant "warranties", is this true?

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Breast Implant Placement FAQ
Questions about breast implant placement: under vs over muscle.

1. Should I go over or under the muscle?
2. What is the difference between breast implants placed under the pectoralis muscle and implants placed under it?
3. When is it important to place the breast implants behind the muscle?
4. What are the disadvantages to placing the breast implant behind the muscle?
5. Can I have implants placed behind the muscle with a transumbilical insertion?

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Breast Augmentations Incisions FAQ 
Questions about breast implant incision types.

1. How many types of incisions are there for breast augmentation?
2. What incision is best?
3. How long will my breast implant incision be?
4. I am getting a breast lift, can my breast lift incisions be used to insert my implants?
5. My bra is hurting my incision lines, what can I do?

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 Transumbilical Breast Augmentation (TUBA)
Questions about TUBA method (trunsumbilical breast augmentation) or so called “scarless breast augmentation”

1. What does TUBA stand for? What is the difference between a TUBA and a traditional breast augmentation?
2. Is TUBA FDA approved?
3. I have heard that the TUBA procedure is scarless. Is it this true?
4. Can I have implants placed behind (under) the pectoral muscle with TUBA?
5. I have heard that visible tracks can be seen after TUBA. Is this true?

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Preparing for Breast Augmentation FAQs 
What you need to know about breast augmentation surgery preparation.

1. What kind of lab work will I need done before my breast augmentation surgery?
2. When should I stop taking aspirin or Vitamin E before surgery? What about drinking alcohol?
3. Should I quit smoking before my breast implant surgery? Can I use a nicotine patch or gum?
4. Should I take bromelain or drink pineapple juice before my breast augmentation surgery to help with bruising and swelling?
5. What is Arnica montana? I have heard that it can prevent/reduces bruising and swelling; which is the best kind to take?

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Breast Augmentation Surgery FAQs 
Questions about different anesthesia type used for breast augmentation surgery.

1. What type of anesthesia is best for breast augmentation surgery? Do I have a choice?
2. Can I have my surgery under local anesthesia only?
3. What does having an intravenous (IV) line feel like?
4. What does anesthesia feel like?
5. Do I have to have a urinary catheter put in?

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Breast Augmentation Recovery FAQ 
Questions about breast implant surgery recovery process.

1. What if I get sick and can't keep my medicine down?
2. I am a very active person. How long should I wait until I resume exercising?
3. How long before my breast implants drop?
4. Why are my breasts red and feel like they are sunburned?
5. Why are my breasts shiny? When will it go away?

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Breast Implant Complications and Removal FAQ 
Questions about most common breast implant complications including capsular contracture, symmastia, implant deflation and keloids.

1. If one of my implants deflates, will I know it? Will I become flat immediately?
2. If I choose to have my implants taken out, will I need a breast lift afterward?
3. What is symmastia (uniboob)?
4. What is capsular contracture and how often does it occur? Is it painful, what can be done about it?
5. What are keloids?

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Miscellaneous FAQ 

1. How much weight will I gain with my implants?
2. Do breasts glow in the dark when flashlights are placed on them?
3. What bra size am I? How do I figure this out?
4. Can I scuba dive with breast implants?
5. Does wearing a seatbelt increase my chances of rupture or trauma-induced capsular contracture if I have an accident?

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