Breast Augmentation
(Augmentation Mammaplasty)
The operation of Breast Augmentation can be done in many ways.
Each patient is different, as is each surgeon. It is because
of this that this can only be an outline guide to the procedure.
(For more detail about Breast Augmentation please go to the links page.)
This is why the initial consultation is so important. Mr Burge
will hear from you what you find a problem and will compare
it with what he can physically find. He will then explain to
you the options available along with their pros and cons. Only
after all this will he propose a surgical plan, tailored to
you as an individual and not as part of a production line.
It is important to realise that it is this very variability
between individuals that makes this as much an art as a science.
Results can never be absolutely guaranteed (at least by honest
practitioners) and adverse results are always possible.
All surgery carries some risks. It
is Mr Burge’s responsibility
to explain, minimize and, if necessary, deal with these risks.
There are 6 main reasons for breast augmentation:
| 1 |
Hypoplasia (never developed) |
| 2 |
Atrophy (shrank, classically after children) |
| 3 |
Ptosis (drooping, classically after children) |
| 4 |
Asymmetry (different sizes) |
| 5 |
Reconstruction (after cancer surgery) |
| 6 |
Cosmetic |
Each of these requires a slightly different technique, prosthesis
choice etc.
The implants that Mr Burge uses are made of a silicone shell
with a cohesive silicone gel filling. They are essentially
leak-proof. In most cases they can be guaranteed for the life
of the patient. Implant type, size and shape are worked out
at the initial consultation.
The procedure is performed under general anaesthetic, usually
as an overnight stay at the Bristol Nuffield Hospital.
Various incisions are possible, but the commonest is under
the breast. Various pockets are possible (depending on the
indication) but the commonest is in front of the muscle, behind
the breast tissue.
Postoperatively, the patient is placed in a tubigrip support.
Dissolving sutures and waterproof dressings allow early mobilisation
and showering.
Most patients are advised to avoid activities such as work
and driving for 7-10 days after surgery. During this period
Mr Burge will check that everything is okay, remove dressings
and get you into your first new bra.
Things will then settle down over the next few months.
Following the procedure Mr Burge will see
you regularly, both while you are in hospital and in the weeks
and months afterwards.
If there are any problems he will be
on hand to help manage them.
Mr Burge will follow patients up for as long as is required.
Due to the Data Protection Act etc our supply
of pre/post operative pictures is currently limited.
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