Breast augmentation is an incredibly popular aesthetic plastic surgery procedure in the US.  While women undergoing breast augmentation may not all have the same goals, they usually agree that it is absolutely worth the investment.  This article takes a look at the top 3 benefits of breast augmentation. 

About Breast Augmentation 

Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure that increases the size of the breasts and enhances breast shape.  This typically involves the use of silicone or saline breast implants.  

Silicone implants are made with silicone gel, while saline implants contain sterile salt water. Breast implants are available in different shapes, sizes, and textures and can be placed either above (subglandular) or below (submuscular) the chest muscle.

Breast augmentation is typically performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia and takes about 1-2 hours to complete. 

Top 3 Benefits Of Breast Augmentation

• Restores Deflated Breast 

Breasts often lose volume and look deflated due to the effects of pregnancy, rapid weight loss, and aging.  The breasts tend to fluctuate in size during pregnancy, and this causes many women to lose significant breast volume after pregnancy and breastfeeding.  

Aging can also take a toll on the breasts.  The decline in skin elasticity over time and the effects of gravity can cause them to look deflated.  Breast augmentation is an effective way to restore volume and make the breasts look fuller and better proportioned. 

• Corrects Asymmetrical Breasts

Most women have breasts that are asymmetrical i. e. the breasts are uneven or different in size, but this difference is usually very subtle.  However, the variations in breast size can be significant for some women, making it difficult to find clothes that are the right fit.   

Breast augmentation can balance out uneven breasts.  This is done by selecting a different size implant for each breast to gain breast symmetry. 

• Boosts Self-Confidence

Research has shown that women who undergo breast augmentation experience a marked increase in self-confidence after the procedure.   The improved cleavage and added curves achieved with breast augmentation provide a tremendous boost to a woman’s body image.  As a result, they feel empowered and more confident.

Some women with naturally small breasts often lack confidence and feel less feminine because of their breast size.  Breast augmentation often gives them a higher level of self-esteem.  

Other Benefits Of Breast Augmentation

Increases Clothing Options: The improvement in body proportions after breast augmentation makes clothes fit a lot better.  As a result, patients are more comfortable wearing form-fitting clothes like swimsuits or low-cut blouses. 

Breast Restoration After A Mastectomy: Women who undergo a mastectomy to treat breast cancer can have breast augmentation to rebuild their breast.  The breast augmentation process can be done at the time of the mastectomy or may be delayed. 

Are You A Good Candidate For Breast Augmentation?

If you are unhappy with the size and shape of your breasts and want bigger and more shapely breasts, you may be a good candidate for breast augmentation.  Candidates for breast augmentation should also be healthy and have realistic expectations of the procedure.  

You may not be a good candidate for breast augmentation if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Choosing A Breast Augmentation Surgeon

When selecting a surgeon for breast augmentation, be sure to choose a highly skilled and proficient board-certified plastic surgeon who regularly performs the procedure.  The surgeon should also have a reputation for producing natural-looking results.

Whether you have naturally small breasts or your breasts have lost volume over time, breast augmentation is an effective way to restore breast volume and get the cleavage and curves you’ve always wanted.