Nearly a third of breast augmentation patients are in their twenties. Most of these young ladies have always felt self-conscious about being underdeveloped, or simply wish to have a curvier figure. Breast augmentation can be an excellent way of achieving a look that raises your self-confidence and boosts your body image, but before younger women embark on their breast augmentation journey, there are a few things to consider.
Are Your Breasts Fully Developed?
While most women will have a pretty good idea of their breast size by the time they reach college age, it’s important to understand that breast size can continue to change well into your twenties and even beyond. This is especially true if you undergo lifestyle changes like weight fluctuations, or start or stop taking birth control pills.
Saline or Silicone?
Both saline and silicone can create excellent results in the right patient. However, the best implant type for you depends on your goals and preferences. Younger breast augmentation candidates should also be aware that while the FDA recommends that women under the age of 22 only use saline implants, this is merely a recommendation, not a law. Age limits for breast implants aren’t legally mandated, so women 18 and over are free to decide for themselves whether saline or silicone will create their desired effect.
Do You Want to Breastfeed?
If you plan on breastfeeding in the future, talk with your cosmetic surgeon about the implications that breast implants could have on your ability to breastfeed. Depending on the surgical technique used, milk ducts can be disrupted. Women in their twenties may feel like the idea of starting a family is far off in the future, but it’s much better to plan ahead.
Dr. Joseph J. Castellano is a native Floridian who grew up in the Tampa Bay area. During medical school and his 5 years of training in General Surgery, Dr. Castellano developed a strong interest in Cosmetic Surgery. He followed his residency training with an elective year of specialized training with the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. From 2010-2011, he completed a fellowship in Indiana focused entirely of cosmetic surgery of the face and body. During his fellowship, he received specialized training in facial rejuvenation, breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, and body contouring. Dr. Castellano received his board certification from the American College of Surgeons in 2010.
Dr. Castellano focuses on breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, liposuction, facelift, and eyelid rejuvenation. Additionally, he operates on numerous skin cancers, scar revisions, spider veins, and specializes in the management of aging skin with chemical peels and laser resurfacing.
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