CORRECTING BREAST ASYMMETRY
Plastic Surgery Dubai | 6 March 2024
The majority of women have a bigger breast than the other, but in some cases the difference is more noticeable. Breast asymmetry, or extremely uneven breasts, can make you feel miserable and self-conscious. When choosing clothing, women with an uneven contour frequently go to great measures to cover up the difference, actively avoiding pretty bras and swimwear.
Breast asymmetry surgery, which entails the reduction or enlargement of one breast to achieve a more even balance, is a long-term answer to the issue of uneven breasts. The outcomes are transformative for many women, allowing them to dress in ways that highlight rather than conceal their shapes.
BREAST ASYMMETRY CORRECTION
When one breast is bigger or has a distinct shape from the other, it is said to have breast asymmetry. Small amounts of asymetry are typical. The majority of reasons are not serious, may be congenital, and frequently have no bearing. However, significant asymmetries frequently support remedial surgery. There are two primary methods for imbalance correction. The lesser breast can undergo breast augmentation surgery to enlarge its tissue and make it comparable to the other. Different-sized implants can be used to augment both sides if an increase in both size is sought.
The other option is to use expander augmentation. Expander enhancement is a secure procedure frequently used by women with asymmetrical breasts to enlarge the smaller breast. The expander is typically left in position for around a year before a second procedure is carried out to remove it and swap it out for a permanent silicone implant. The benefit of this technique is that it frequently results in a precise size match between your two breasts.
Many women elect to have the saline expander changed because the silicone implant that takes its place feels softer and more natural. Alternatively, the expander can be left in place serving as a permanent implant with the valve removed, negating the need for a replacement.
An option would be to have the larger of the two breasts reduced to match the smaller breast. The extra breast flesh must be removed in order to do this. Breasts that are more similar in size are the outcome of either procedure.
Not only has correcting breast asymmetry aided women in looking better, but it can also enhance confidence and self-esteem. They are frequently done after cancer therapy or a mammogram. Scoliosis patients have also undergone surgery to correct their breast inequality. During your initial appointment, your surgeon will go over the options for correcting breast asymmetry with you. This and other problems will be discussed.
OPTING FOR PLASTIC SURGERY
Surgery to correct breast inequality is not always the best option. It’s a very private choice that, in the end, only you can make. Dr. Vigo is available to give you the details you require to better comprehend the process and the potential outcomes. You need to go into this with realistic goals, says Dr. Vigo.
When you have asymmetrical breasts, you can balance out the shape of your breast by either enlarging or contracting your larger breast. Although breast asymmetry surgery is the most popular option, in some cases it may be possible to resolve the issue with a breast uplift (mastopexy) operation on one or both of your breasts.
Dr. Vigo will explain everything to you during your appointment. Of course, you should take advantage of this as well to ask questions so that you can decide whether to proceed in a well-informed manner.
Complications from breast asymmetry surgery can include bleeding, infection, or an adverse response to the anaesthetic. By carefully adhering to our recommendations both before and after operation, you can lower your risks.
You should be aware that even though every effort will be made to conceal them and you can usually hide the majority of them with your bra and bathing suit, breast augmentation and reduction procedures will leave visible, permanent scars. Smokers are more likely to experience slow healing and wider marks.
Some patients may suffer a permanent lack of feeling in their breasts or nipples after this kind of surgery. Rarely, the blood flow to the nipple and areola may be cut off, causing the tissue to perish. (Modern methods can be used to rebuild the nipple and areola. On rare occasions, it may also be necessary to rebuild the breast tissue beneath.) In the future, you won’t be able to breastfeed in a breast that has been diminished.
You are placing yourself in the best hands possible if you have your breast asymmetry surgery with Dr. Vigo. To get the best results from your breast asymmetry correction, you must follow his guidance afterward because, as with any operation, there are factors that are beyond our control.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT’S INVOLVED
Dr. Vigo will go over the factors that could influence your treatment during your consultation, including your age, the size and shape of your breasts, and the state of your skin. He will also go over the positioning of the nipple and areola, which will be raised during the operation and should be roughly even with the crease under your breasts. Every patient naturally has a unique perspective on the ideal size and shape for their breasts, and we will customise your procedure to meet your needs as closely as possible.
It’s essential to remember that breast asymmetry surgery won’t likely produce perfectly symmetrical breasts, but the final result should be much closer to that, giving you more confidence to wear your regular clothes, knickers and swimwear. You will receive detailed instructions on how to prepare, including rules on what to consume and drink, smoke, and take medications, before you arrive for your treatment.
The procedure, which requires a general anesthetic, typically lasts between two and four hours, but it could take longer in some circumstances. You should plan on spending two to three days in the infirmary. Please be advised that a mammogram (breast x-ray) may be recommended for you to have before surgery.
You’ll need to remember to ask someone to drive you home after your surgery and to help you out for a few days afterwards to enable you to rest.
CORRECTING BREAST ASYMMETRY – RECOVERY
Whether you had a reduction or an enlargement, you can anticipate some discomfort for a week or more after your procedure. Pain medication will be given to you. Expect to experience some pain for the first few days, particularly when you cough or move around.
After a few days, you’ll be able to take a wash, and after a week, any tapes will be taken off and, if necessary, replaced with a soft bra. For several weeks, until the puffiness and bruising go down, it is best to wear the bra constantly. Few, if any, stitches need to be removed because absorbable sutures are used.
Your breasts could ache and swell during your first period after surgery. For a few months, you might additionally experience sporadic, shooting aches. You might be told to refrain from sexual activity for at least a week and to limit breast touch to gentle patting for about six weeks.
Even though the majority of the puffiness and bruising will disappear within the first few weeks, it could take your breasts six months to a year to adapt to their new shape. Even then, they might alter in shape as a result of your chemical changes, weight changes, or pregnancy.
Additionally, you’ll need to go to one or more follow-up appointments so that Dr. Vigo can make sure your recovery is proceeding normally. Additionally, he will offer you tips on how to recuperate quickly from your breast asymmetry correction surgery. Of course, you can always contact him with any questions you may have following the procedure.
BREAST IMPLANTS: TYPE, SHAPE & TEXTURE
Plastic Surgery Dubai | 1 March 2024
You’re interested in breast augmentation with implants but don’t know the difference between round or teardrop, smooth or textured, or silicone or saline implants. Dr. Vigo can assist you.
It takes a lot of study and understanding to begin your artistic journey. You must consider which process will yield the desired result in addition to reducing the number of potential providers. Consider breast augmentation, or augmentation mammaplasty. Breast implants, fat transfer, and a mix of the two are the three main forms of breast augmentation.
Selecting the ideal implant type for you will be a part of your consultation and pre-operative procedure whether you are considering breast implants or hybrid breast augmentation, which combines implants with fat transfer. You and Dr. Vigo will talk about material, form, and texture in addition to size.
Although there is a lot of jargon, you don’t need a medical degree to understand it all. Here’s a quick tutorial to help you understand the terminology and what to consider while making decisions:
Types of Breast Implants
Once you’ve established that you are a candidate for breast implants, the next step is choose the material from which the implant is made. The two main types of breast implants currently available are those filled with saline and those filled with silicone gel. Here’s how they differ:
SILICONE GEL BREAST IMPLANTS
What: A silicone outer shell that is filled with silicone gel.
Pros: Used in both primary and secondary breast augmentation and reconstructive surgeries. Silicone breast implants are the most popular. They not only look and feel more natural, but they also move more naturally, giving a far more optimal appearance.
Cons: In the event of a rupture, the danger of silicone implants is that they do not reabsorb into the body. The so-called ‘silent rupture’ requires an MRI scan to diagnose. Additionally, inserting this type of implant requires a larger incision, which may factor into the decision-making process for some.
SALINE BREAST IMPLANTS
What: A silicone outer shell that is filled with saline (i.e. saltwater).
Pros: They can be preferentially filled with a range of fluid (saltwater), which allows better customization of size. Because they aren’t pre-filled, a smaller incision is needed. This allows them to be rolled (like a cigar) into a much smaller profile and inserted through a much smaller incision. If saline implants rupture, the saltwater is harmless and reabsorbed by the body.
Cons: Rupturing is a big concern for many breast implant patients, and, if a saline implant ruptures, it will leave you “with what Dr. Vigo lovingly refers to as the ‘flat tire’ look.” The breast will have a visible deflated appearance that requires surgery to correct. Additionally, saline implants can have a wrinkled or rippled appearance under thinner skin.
Breast Implant Shape
Now that you know the difference between silicone and saline-filled implants, it’s time to talk about shape. There are really only two different shapes of implants: round and anatomic (a.k.a. teardrop). This impacts the profile of the breast once the implant is inserted.
ROUND BREAST IMPLANTS
What: Round implants are circular and have a uniform circumference.
Pros: In the event of a rotation, the round shape does not appear to have moved the same way a teardrop might. Round implants can be filled with silicone or saline and housed in a textured or smooth casing.
Cons: There are few notable cons to round-shaped breast implants. Depending on their aesthetic goals, some patients may express dissatisfaction based on individual preference.
TEARDROP BREAST IMPLANTS
What: Anatomic or teardrop breast implants have more volume at the bottom.
Pros: Because teardrop breast implants are tapered, they theoretically better mimic the shape of a natural breast. To minimize the risk of rotation and asymmetry, they have a textured exterior .
Cons: The early buzz of anatomic implants was that they would give a more natural result. The theory, however, did not bear out. Instead, the big disadvantage of the teardrop-shaped implants is their ability to rotate. In order to maintain the shape, teardrop implants can only be saline-filled.
Breast Implant Texture
As we started to discuss above, the texture of the implant also matters. Implant texture refers to how the outer shell feels (think: smooth or textured). There are pros and cons to both:
SMOOTH BREAST IMPLANTS
What: The exterior of the implant has no texture.
Pros: Without any texture to the shell, the implant may have a softer look. Without the texture to lock it in, smooth implants can move around more freely, which allows it to feel more natural.
Cons: This style can be more prone to inflammation around the implant and may not be the right fit depending on your medical history. Additionally, there is more of a chance of rotation, though it’s not usually very noticeable in round-shaped implants.
TEXTURED BREAST IMPLANTS
What: The shell has a rough exterior that is comparable to sandpaper.
Pros: Texturing is thought to potentially reduce the risk for capsular contracture, but it is also used when the implant is shaped — instead of round — to avoid rotation.
Cons: For the implant to have a textured exterior, it requires a thicker shell that may lead to a less natural-looking appearance. Additionally, you may remember the recall involving textured implants from a couple years ago. These implants have been tied to the risk for a very rare cancer called anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) — a form of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.
Profile
Not to be confused with size, the profile or dimension of the implant will dictate the protrusion of the breast. Given the same amount of volume, we have implants that are wider and flatter and we have implants that are narrower and more projectes. This allows for even further customization of a specific look for your patients. A lower profile implant, for example, will only protrude a little, whereas the high profile option will appear fuller. While that’s the general rule, the exact outcome depends on the individual’s anatomy – meaning the size and shape of the chest wall and breast envelope.
Summary
Breast augmentation using implants is a personal procedure, just like any other plastic surgery. Your “before” will have a greater influence on your “after” than the implant itself, as Dr. Vigo says. “The type of implant used is not nearly as important as the quality of your tissue, degree of symmetry (or lack thereof), and overall appearance of your breasts,” he says.
IT’S IMPORTANT NOT TO RUSH INTO A DECISION TO HAVE BREAST ENLARGEMENT SURGERY
Breast Augmentation Dubai | 28 February 2024
One of the most often used techniques is breast enlargement surgery, also known as breast augmentation or breast enhancement, which involves placing inserts under the breast tissue to increase the size or alter the appearance of the breasts. Many women choose to get breast augmentation surgery in order to improve their body confidence and to feel comfortable with the size and condition of their breasts.
Women choose to undergo breast augmentation for the vast majority of different reasons. The procedure is generally suited for and is most frequently performed on individuals who have small, uneven, or bosoms that have lost volume or shape due to pregnancy or weight loss. Although there is no clear-cut justification for having a breast enlargement, breast uplift, or reduction, it is essential for all patients to conduct a thorough evaluation and consult with Dr. Vigo. Women who have not reached full maturity are not advised to have the breast enlargement operation since the body might naturally alter significantly.
HELP MAKE YOUR BREASTS FEEL SMALLER, LIGHTER & GIVE THEM A BETTER SHAPE
Plastic Surgery Dubai | 17 February 2024
Surgery to reduce the size of the breasts is known as breast reduction. It’s sometimes referred to as a reconstructive operation. Mammary hypertrophy, often known as abnormally big breasts, can be a physically debilitating ailment that causes skin rashes, neck pain, and back pain in addition to attracting unwelcome attention from those of the opposite sex. These issues are sometimes dismissed in a culture where having huge breasts is frequently seen as an attractive trait, yet having breasts that are excessively large can really be painful and uncomfortable.
By lowering the size of the breasts, breast reduction surgery can greatly lessen the burden that must be carried by the back and shoulders.
Anesthesia is used during the breast reduction procedure. At your breast reduction appointment, Dr. Vigo will review the many procedures available to him for reducing breast size with you in order to determine which one is ideal for you. Regardless of the approach utilised for your breast reduction treatment, skin and fat will be taken from the breast, and depending on the size and shape of your breasts, your nipple may need to be relocated. Every method will leave a little scar around the areola.
Breast asymmetry can also be fixed with breast reduction. Again, during your visit, you may go through this in more detail with Dr. Vigo. You could have suction tubes in your chest region for one to two days after surgery to assist minimise swelling, discomfort, and blood clots after a breast reduction treatment, which is thought to be more comprehensive than breast augmentation or breast lifts.
The majority of potential side effects from your breast reduction process may be readily handled with the medicine Dr. Vigo prescribes, although you could have some pain in your breasts for two weeks after surgery and again the first time you menstruate after the procedure.
HOW BREAST UPLIFT SURGERY IS DONE DEPENDS ON THE SIZE OF YOUR BREASTS
Breast Augmentation Dubai | 13 February 2024
If the areola is facing downwards or, alternatively, if it is located below the natural crease of your breasts, a mastopexy or breast lift is typically necessary (the inframammary overlay.) As a day case operation, it is carried out under general anaesthesia, which means that more advanced sedation techniques are used to help patients recover from their procedures more quickly and return to work more quickly.
Because of the scarring associated with this particular bosom system, the cut destinations will be scrutinised closely during this methodology’s general restoration and reshaping of the bosoms. The following list includes many locations where the entrance points may be placed:
Periareolar mastopexy: This technique for elevating deals with the free/hanging skin or tissue envelope. In this situation, the incision is limited to the areolar perimeter alone and is commonly combined with an expansion to help restore lost volume. Although there is a chance that the added stress of the settling insert would distort the areolar, most patients find this approach to be successful. The advantage is that scarring is kept to a minimum.
Vertical – This technique really helps to reshape the breasts, but there will still be a visible scar running down the centre and underneath of the breasts. This method works well for breast lifts and lowers of any size without enlarging and adding additional weight to the bosom while it heals since the scar eventually blurs with time.
Conventional – This is by far the most popular and well-known treatment of inspire. Typically, your scar will start around the areolar, move upward and along the bottom of the breasts, and then cross the typical bosom wrinkle or inframammary overlay on a level plane. There is undoubtedly a concern about scarring, but with our expert aftercare team, your wounds should heal flawlessly and eventually disappear completely. This method normally integrates an expansion extremely well since the additional weight of your breasts is distributed evenly throughout all of the incision locations.
HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT BREAST IMPLANT SIZE?
Breast Enlargement Dubai | 7 February 2024
One of the most often done treatments is breast enlargement surgery, also known as breast augmentation or breast enhancement, which includes placing implants under the breast tissue to increase the size or alter the contour of the breasts. To increase their body confidence and to feel more at ease with the size and form of their breasts, many women elect to have breast augmentation surgery.
Bring in a variety of clothing to try on with your sizers from your wardrobe. Both your cocktail dress and your casual attire should make you feel relaxed. The greatest options are simple baby-doll t-shirts.
Consider your personality (extroverted or reserved) and how you want the public to view you. So, make sure you tell me about this. Larger breasts than what would be considered proportionate can fit your style. However, you could like to appear stunning in a party dress without drawing unwanted attention at work.
Include it in your fitness programme. If you are a dedicated athlete or runner, you should pick implants that won’t interfere with your exercise regimen.
I’ll be your guide, but I won’t tell you what size you should be. It’s a joint effort. There could be circumstances, nevertheless, in which I advise against choosing the size you desire. If so, you might want to have more conversations to make sure you get the logic behind this.
BREAST AUGMENTATION RECOVERY – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Breast Augmentation Dubai | 5 February 2024
When the operation is complete, you must follow all of the instructions given to you in order to recover properly and achieve a satisfactory outcome. You agree to abide by the standards that are included. When you recover, use this as a progress schedule. Covered are common post-care interactions and significant wellness thoughts that might be cause for worry.
The following are common adverse effects of breast growth and warning indications after a treatment using silicone bosom inserts:
Effects may include shivering, eating, or intermittent shooting. These are common occurrences as the skin, muscles, and tissue expand to accommodate the inserts in your breasts and as the touch nerves heal. Muscle relaxants and painkillers will help you adjust to any difficulty. If you have channels, you can have more constrained discomfort. A steady, severe ache ought to be reported to our office immediately.
This is usual and will ultimately determine little by bit. Moreover, a small amount of fluids or milk may seep from the areolas. If this becomes painful or unnecessary, please inform my office straight away. When you adjust to your implants, it’s normal to feel heavy in the chest. This will subside within two months of the surgery. The skin of the bosom might seem dazzling while expanding. You may experience anything from a little uncomfortable feeling in the breasts to a severe discomfort as the healing process progresses. Please get in touch with our office as soon as the skin starts to become red and feel hot to the touch.
BREAST ENLARGEMENT, AUGMENTATION & IMPLANTS
Breast Enlargement Dubai | 1 February 2024
Breast augmentation surgery normally takes place as a day-stay or short-term visit system, requires an overall sedative, and takes 1-2 hours to complete. Following the operation, it is imperative to engage in only brief, gentle activity, refraining from carrying heavy objects for 7–10 days. Once more, the majority of patients could drive and resume their jobs around 10 days after the treatment. Heavy lifting and sports should be avoided for three months after the surgery.
The procedure will make your breasts more proportionate to the rest of your body, which can boost your confidence and attractiveness. Bosom expansion can also be used to treat differences in your breasts’ size or sagging breasts, both of which can occur after pregnancy and breast-feeding. In terms of breast expansion, there are a lot of options, so it’s important to carefully consider which ones are best for you. Before making a choice with your expert, you should be aware of the pros and drawbacks of these options.
DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES OF BREAST AUGMENTATION SURGERY
Breast Augmentation Dubai | 1 February 2024
For many women, having larger, more voluminous breasts is a crucial component of feeling feminine and more self-assured. Many women feel more seductive because the breasts offer the female body greater proportion, curves, and contour. Women who are unhappy with their breasts for a number of reasons.
In order to improve the size and contour of the breast, an implant is inserted under the patient’s breast tissue. The incision for the breast implants is often made at the crease beneath the breast, although it can alternatively be made under the armpit or around the nipple.
Under general anaesthesia, breast augmentation surgery typically lasts an hour and a half. The actual procedure is using one of the insertion routes—breast-crease, armpit, or nipple—to access and create the pocket into which the implant will be inserted.
While having breast augmentation surgery, there are three distinct incision kinds that can be used. Inframammary (under the breast), Transaxillary (under the armpit), and Peri-Areolar incisions are among them (along the lower edge of the Areola). During your visit, Dr. Vigo will go through the many options you have, outlining the advantages of each and detailing the procedure’s specifics, including the recovery period.
WORRIED ABOUT FOREHEAD WRINKLES?
Fillers in Dubai | 28 January 2024
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Fully expecting botulinum poison treatment, or any injectable procedure, expanding can be restricted by stopping cerebral pain medication and any solution or dietary improvement that has anticoagulant influences fourteen days before treatment.
Patients are urged to go without lying prostrate following treatment for four hours. They are similarly urged to do whatever it takes not to rub or applying force to the treatment locale, and to avoid practices that cause flushing (like rehearsing enthusiastically, drinking alcohol, and hot tub use) upon the appearance of treatment.