Perhaps no form of surgery in the United States today is more popular or more controversial than breast augmentation surgery. Without a doubt, this cosmetic procedure is far more safe today than it was twenty years ago, thanks to a major change in the kind of implants that are used, but just like with any kind of surgical procedure, there are risks involved that a person must be fully aware of before they can make an educated decision. Most plastic surgeons are adequately open and honest with their patients about what they can expect, but just in case you aren’t fully aware, let’s take a look at a handful of myths about breast augmentation surgery.
One of the most pervasive myths about breast enhancement surgery is the idea that it is fairly painless. This is completely untrue. The point that many people focus on is the healing time from this type of surgery, which is fairly quick compared to other kinds of surgery, but that healing time is definitely not painless. Of course, you will be receiving a prescription for pain medication, so it isn’t like you will have to suffer through the pain without help, but it is important for everyone to understand that there is a painful recovery process.
One of the other major myths surrounding breast enlargement surgery is the idea that your surgery will be a one time event. In most cases, implants will need to be either replaced, refilled or removed at some point in the future. This means that your one surgery is actually going to be several surgeries spread out over a few years time. Each surgery will require a period of healing afterwards and although the pain associated with these additional procedures won’t be as bad as what you experienced the first time, they still aren’t a lot of fun.
On the plus side, the materials that are often used these days inside implants are significantly less harmful then they used to be. There are very few doctors anywhere in North America that still rely on silicone implants and instead they use saline, which can be absorbed into the body with little to no effect should an implant break. These saline implants still need regular care and your surgeon will talk to you about how to look after your implants, but they are far less hazardous to your health than silicone or other materials.
As you can see, the world of breast augmentation is filled with misunderstandings and miscommunications. For millions of women, surgery has given them a bust they can be proud of, but for others who didn’t know about the real risks going in, they found the experience to be less than satisfactory. Make sure you know what you are getting yourself into before you start.
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