When I provide consultations for breast enhancement in my Denver office, I often encounter numerous myths regarding the procedure. I’d like to set the record straight and hopefully set some minds at ease regarding the breast enhancement process.
Myth # 1: All Breast Implants Look Fake
Poorly done breast augmentations are obvious to everyone. We’ve all seen examples of displaced implants, irregular implants or implants that are simply too big for the frame of the patient to be believably natural. However, breast augmentations performed by a skilled plastic surgeon can look very natural.
The goal of breast enhancement simply shouldn’t be just to have big breasts all of a sudden, but to achieve a pleasing and natural-looking physical symmetry. A good plastic surgeon will provide a thorough consultation and explain all of the factors that might limit your ability to reach your aesthetic goals. This means that he or she must tell you if the size of the implants you are considering is reasonable given your body type, if you should have your implants placed above or below the muscle, or if you might want to consider a breast lift in addition to breast augmentation.
Myth # 2: Breast Augmentation Will Correct Sagging Breasts
Breast augmentation merely enhances breast size. The procedure doesn’t place the breasts in a higher position, and actually may make the breasts appear lower on the chest due to the increased volume and weight within the breasts. If you are looking to improve both the size and position of drooping breasts after significant weight loss or pregnancy, a breast lift combined with breast augmentation is the appropriate procedure.
Myth # 3: Breast Implants Must Be Replaced Every Five Years
Although no breast implants, whether they are filled with saline or silicone gel, are guaranteed to last forever, there is no expiration date when the units must be replaced. Breast implants only need to be replaced when a problem is detected or when a woman chooses to have them removed or replaced with a different model for aesthetic reasons.
Dr. Francesco Campanile is a board-certified plastic surgeon who is also fellowship trained in hand and microsurgery. Dr. Campanile knows that making a lasting change to your appearance is a big decision. His calm, professional approach and deep caring for his patients set a tone that will help you feel confident and relaxed while reviewing your options and learning all about the procedures that can benefit you. Request a consultation today to meet with Dr. Campanile in person.
