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For your breast augmentation,
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experience!
For your breast augmentation,
live the Clinimedspa
experience!
Breast augmentation is the most frequently performed cosmetic surgery. This procedure allows for the addition of saline or silicone gel breast implants to harmonize the appearance of your breast.
Having ample breasts as well as a harmonious silhouette has always been a symbol of beauty and femininity. Sometimes, breast augmentation is the solution to regain that feeling of femininity, confidence or to improve their appearance.
In addition, a woman may have several other reasons for wanting to increase her breast size. For example, she may find that her breasts are too small or simply want to improve the appearance of their breasts. Maybe she doesn’t like their shape, whether they’re asymmetrical or droopy from weight loss, pregnancy or breastfeeding.
– How long does the procedure take?
Breast augmentation takes about 1h30 and consists of placing an implant (prosthesis) behind the mammary gland or the pectoral muscle. Depending on the patient’s choice, we use smooth silicone gel implants that already have their volume or those that are filled with saline solution.
– General or local anesthesia with sedation?
We recommend an operation under local anesthesia with light sedation. This surgical approach is very safe and offers several advantages, including faster postoperative recovery. With general anesthesia, you are completely asleep and require breathing assistance, which can create discomfort in the airways. In addition, this approach requires a short recovery period in the recovery room. By contrast, local anesthesia with sedation allows you to breathe independently and does not require a waking period. You will therefore be able to return home with your guide more quickly after the procedure. The choice of anesthesia will be determined during your consultation with Dr. Arbour.
– How long is the recovery period following breast augmentation?
The recovery time will vary from person to person and can range from 4 days to 2 weeks for office-type work. You can gradually resume your activities. Exercise or sports may be gradually reintegrated into your daily life after a period of approximately 4 weeks following your procedure. Postoperative recommendations and precautions will be given to you in your information kit during your consultation.
– What results can I expect after my breast augmentation?
Sometimes the implants take a long time to position correctly and do not descend in unison according to your predominant side. It’s normal, your breast is going through the “ drop and fluff ” stage. In a few words, this corresponds to the period when your breast implants are put in place and when your breasts gradually regain their flexibility.
In general, you will have to wait 3 to 6 months before having a good idea of the result. After about 9 months, your implants will have taken their place and you will finally be able to see the final appearance of your breasts. If they remain too high after this period, additional surgery should be considered to correct the situation.
During the first month following the operation, a capsule naturally forms around the prostheses. As long as this capsule remains flexible, there will be no problems. However, if this capsule thickens and deforms your breast, it is usually advisable to correct the situation by excising the capsule and repositioning the implants.
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– Why choose Clinimedspa ?
Firstly, Clinimedspa performs more than 400 cosmetic surgeries per year, 45% of which are breast augmentations. Our team of professionals aims to provide you with a safe and personalized experience focused on listening to your needs. In addition, Dr. Arbour has more than 15 years of practice and has developed expertise in breast surgery. His dedication to his patients has allowed him to become one of the best-reviewed cosmetic surgeons in Quebec.
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We set ourselves apart by offering the least invasive type of anesthesia for each patient. In addition, people often compliment us on the quality of our service and our availability in general.
Although the budget factor is important, you should not base your decision on price alone. Always remember that this is an important decision, and it should not be made lightly. It is very important that you feel confident, secure, and heard, and that you receive good advice when needed.
– What are the points to be discussed during the consultation?
During your consultation, Dr. Arbour will discuss the important points of your procedure with you. The following points will be discussed:
- You will need to choose the type of breast implants
- The position of the breast implants: retroglandular or retropectoral
- Dr Arbour will present the surgical approach proposed for your procedure
- Your choice of breast implant volume
- Anesthesia options: local/conscious or general sedation
- The duration of your recovery, as well as the recommendations to follow before and after the procedure
- When should the breast prostheses be replaced
– See your new silhouette before the procedure.
During your consultation, Dr. Arbour will present you with a personalized approach in order to come as close as possible to the desired result. He will then present a Crisalix 3D simulation to you on a tablet. The purpose of the simulation is to give you a preview of your new look with the addition of breast implants.
Finally, you can also review and share your 3D simulation with your loved ones in the comfort of your own home.
– What are the types of breast implants and their specifics?
There are two types of breast implants. The first is filled with saline water and the second is with cohesive silicone gel.
Saline breast prostheses (physiological serum) :
The saline prosthesis is very safe, consisting of a silicone capsule filled with a sterile saline solution during surgery. The volume can be adjusted to a certain point during the procedure (from 25 to 75 mL, depending on the chosen implant). The downside is that the breast implant can rupture and deflate. In this case, the surgeon will have to replace it within 2 weeks under local anesthesia in the operating room. The result is natural, but the prosthesis is always positioned behind the pectoralis major muscle. It is usually inserted through a very small incision of about an inch. In very thin patients, the prosthesis may cause waves on the sides of the breast during certain movements. These will be noticeable when the patient is naked or in a bikini.
Smooth cohesive silicone gel breast prostheses :
Smooth cohesive silicone prostheses have proven to be very safe. Furthermore, studies have shown no link with an increased risk of breast cancer or chronic disease. In addition, this implant offers a very natural result to the sight and touch. Unlike the saline prosthesis, the cohesive silicone gel prosthesis has its volume from the start. The patient must therefore choose their size in advance, as the volume cannot be adjusted during the procedure. This is why an inframammary (under-the-breast) incision is usually used. In addition, the incision will need to be slightly longer in order to be able to insert the implant into the breast cavity. For volumes up to 400 mL, the incision will be the same length as for a saline implant.
– Where are the breast implants positioned?
Retroglandular position :
In some cases, the surgeon may consider placing the implants behind the gland (in front of the pectoralis major muscle). This will considerably reduce the recovery time. However, the patient must have enough breast and fatty tissue to cover the implant in order to achieve a natural result. We sometimes use the retroglandular position for women who have very physical jobs or who do heavy weight training.
Retropectoral position :
Dr. Arbour most often positions the implants behind the pectoralis major muscle. During the first month, the pain will be more severe, and the patient will have to adapt her activities accordingly. However, the prosthesis is less likely to cause problematic capsular contracture. The result is more natural at the upper part of the breast and becomes more harmonious at the level of the thorax. Contraction of the pectoralis major muscle can cause the implant to migrate upwards.
– What are the possible approaches to breast augmentation surgery?
Inframammary :
The universal technique preferred by most surgeons is the inframammary approach, which involves making an incision in the fold under the breast. This approach is used more specifically for silicone gel implants, and the scar generally heals well.
Periareolar :
The second approach is to make very discreet incisions around the nipples, which heal very well. On the other hand, this can sometimes lead to decreased nipple sensitivity. The periareolar incision technique is useful in women with an ill-defined inframammary fold.
Transaxillary :
Finally, the third approach is to make the incisions in the armpits. The pouch is developed under direct vision with a special camera (endoscope). The transaxillary approach allows the procedure to be carried out without leaving a scar on the breast itself. The recovery is similar to other approaches. This technique is usually used with saline water implants. On the other hand, the risk that the implants do not properly migrate downwards in the correct position is higher. In this case, the surgeon must perform a second operation to correct the situation.
– How is the silicone gel breast implant inserted?
To insert the silicone gel implant into the breast cavity, we use a Keller Funnel 2 funnel-shaped pouch. Its shape helps to minimize the length of the incision and limits contact with the skin. This reduces the risk of contaminating the implant during its insertion.
To watch the video clip on how breast implants are inserted, click the “LEARN MORE” button.
FAQ BREAST AUGMENTATION
– How do I choose the right breast implant volume for me?
You then need to measure the amount of rice used in millilitres. During your consultation, you will have the chance to confirm the volume assessed at home with a 3D simulation. This approach also aims to reassure you and eliminate possible hesitation about your final choice.
– Will those around me find the change too radical?
Many women fear that the change will be too drastic and that those around them will notice it. We must not forget that the satisfaction rate for this procedure is very high, but that choosing the right volume is essential. This is why it is best to opt for a slightly larger implant volume rather than erring on the side of too small. When a patient is dissatisfied with the size of her breasts, it is usually because she has chosen a volume that is too small, and rarely the other way around.
– After how long do I have to replace the breast prostheses?
As long as your prostheses are intact and the breasts are flexible, there is no reason to replace them. If you decide to have breast augmentation, however, you will need to plan for two to three breast surgeries in your lifetime, or at least one procedure for the initial positioning and one for their removal. Sometimes, many women consider changing the size of the implants after several years, which requires another procedure.
– Anaplastic large cell lymphoma is associated with which type of breast implant?
At Clinimedspa, Dr. Arbour has been using only smooth implants for over 10 years. To date, we have not documented any cases of this cancer in our patients.
– Is there a minimum age to have breast augmentation?
The minimum legal age to have breast augmentation is 18 years old. We recommend that you wait until after puberty, which is around 19 years of age, to have breast augmentation surgery. Several hormonal elements can also influence breast development during this period. Before you make your decision, you need to take the time to fully assess the long-term impacts, both emotionally and physically.
Do not lose sight of the fact that you will eventually have to replace your prostheses, adjust their volume, or consider a lift, according to the changes in your silhouette over the years. In addition, determine whether you want to have children and what the implications of having breast augmentation before pregnancy will be.
– Can I have breast augmentation after 50?
It is now more common for women to have cosmetic surgery later in life. The body ages and suffers the effects of time, unlike feelings, which do not age. In women, the desire to be feminine and to please are natural feelings that are ageless.
– Having a mammogram with breast prostheses, is it possible?
– If I have breast augmentation, can I still get pregnant or breastfeed?
– How long do I have to wait after breastfeeding to have breast augmentation?
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