Apollo Hospital, Chennai (India). Visit the site with the name apollo hospital
2006-09-20 22:30:35
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answered by Anonymous
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Breast implants
Definition
Breast implantation is a surgical procedure for enlarging the breast. Breast-shaped sacks made of a silicone outer shell and filled with silicone gel or saline (salt water), called implants, are used.
Purpose
Breast implantation is usually performed to make normal breasts larger for cosmetic purposes. Sometimes a woman having a breast reconstruction after a mastectomy will need the opposite breast enlarged to make the breasts more symmetric. Breasts that are very unequal in size due to trauma or congenital deformity may also be corrected with an enlargement procedure.
Precautions
A woman in poor health or with a severe chronic disease is not a good candidate for this procedure.
Description
A cosmetic breast enlargement is usually an outpatient procedure. It may be done under local or general anesthesia, depending on patient and physician preference. The incision is made through the armpit, under the breast, or around the areola (the darkened area around the nipple). These techniques create the most inconspicuous scars. The implant is placed between the breast tissue and underlying chest muscle, or under the chest muscle. The operation takes approximately one to two hours. The cost of a cosmetic procedure is rarely covered by insurance. However, if enlargement is part of breast reconstruction after a mastectomy, health plans may pay for some or all of it. The surgeon's fee ranges from $2,700-$4,200 and up. The procedure may also be called breast augmentation or augmentation mammaplasty.
Preparation
Before the surgery is performed, the woman should have a clear understanding of what her new breasts will look like. She and her physician should agree about the desired final result. Many surgeons find it helpful to have the patient review before and after pictures, to clarify expectations.
Aftercare
Driving and normal activities may be restricted for up to one week. Stitches are usually removed in seven to 10 days. Typically, a woman can resume all routines, including vigorous exercise, in about three weeks. The scars will be red for approximately one month, but will fade to their final appearance within one or two years.
Risks
Risks which are common to any surgical procedure include bleeding, infection, anesthesia reaction, or unexpected scarring. A breast enlargement may also result in decreased sensation in the breast, or interference with breast-feeding. Implants can also make it more difficult to read and interpret mammograms, possibly delaying breast cancer detection. Also, the implant itself can rupture and leak, or become displaced. A thick scar that normally forms around the implant, called a capsule, can become very hard. This is called capsular contracture, and may result in pain and/or an altered appearance of the breast. The older the implant, the greater the chances that these problems will occur.
There has been intermittent publicity about possible health risks from breast implants. Most concerns have focused on silicone gel-filled implants. As of 1992, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) restricted the use of this type of implant, and ordered further studies. Today only saline-filled implants are used for cosmetic breast surgery. Recent studies have shown no evidence long-term health risks from silicone implants. However, research on the possible links between these implants and autoimmune or connective tissue diseases is continuing.
Normal results
Breasts of expected size and appearance would be the normal results of this surgery.
2006-09-17 11:41:15
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answered by Jayme 2
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Depends where you live. there are always risks with any surgery, and they will last a long , long, time, or until you take them out.Some people say you have to have them changed every 10 years , but that's not true. Mine are 20 years old. I also have silicone filled implants. I nursed my daughter when she was a baby, and have had no sensitivity problems. Also , no hardening , or other health related problems.
If it where so bad there wouldn't be so many fake booby's out there. Do your research , and find a reputable doctor. If your in southern California I could recommend a good one. just add that to your question.
2006-09-17 11:42:43
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answered by joy 3
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Get breast augmentation surgery in India. Cosmetic Surgery is very cheap in India. There is one company that is very famous in India that arranges cosmetic surgery for foreigners in India. They are called the Forerunners Healthcare. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories.
I have also read that they arrange financing for American and Canadian patients, as cosmetic surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. The cost savings are incredible. As a doctor I personally believe that your cosmetic surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available here is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.
My cousin got a couple of cosmetic surgery procedures in India like the breast reduction, tummy tuck and facelift through the forerunners healthcare. She is more than very happy with the results. She just paid 30% of the amount she was quoted in USA and is all praise for this forerunners healthcare company. I personally have seen the wonderful results and am particularly impressed with the kind of quality care she got from this company. I hope this helps.
http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com
2006-09-17 17:32:49
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answered by Anonymous
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Go to Dothan Alabama and use Dr. Dwight Baker. He is board certified. Women from all over the US do. You can go to his web site & see his work. Many of my friends & I have used him w/no problems & no complaints. Itz not unusual to see women from LA, New Orleans, etc. in his waiting room who have flown into Alabama. The price is less than $4,000 He does beautiful work. He did another close friend last Tuesday, I just got email & pic from her that she has had little pain & they look great. She was thanking me for recommending him, and will be going back to work tomorrow.
I've had mine for 4 years now & they still look the same, no sagging, no ripples or dimples. They look Natural, cuz I didn't go too big-- I'm a C cup, saline filled. Women that go too big are the ones that look unnatural & have backaches. My only regret is that I didn't do it years ago!!!
Oh--The guy that says most men don't want their wives or girlfriends to have them is lying, crazy or just don't know what he's talking about!
Most of the women who say 'Don't do it' already have big boobs & don't know what itz like not to.
But don't do it for your boyfriend or husband, or to get attention. Do it for yourself! It makes a woman feel like a woman.
It's an awful feeling to try on clothes & swimsuits & not fill them out. It's also very uncomfortable to have to wear a padded bra to make you 'look' like a woman is supposed to look!
If you do it, Do it for YOU!!
2006-09-17 12:02:19
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answered by ICUsmile 3
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I am not entirely sure of the risks. But I do know most people who get one done, do not know that around every 5 years they have to be redone. The skin begins to sag from the excess weight. Also most people who get one done regret that they got them so big, so they return and have them reduced a little. Just some info. :)
2006-09-17 11:43:48
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answered by ? 4
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Dont do it....they look stupid
me and a friend were a strip clup last week....we laughed when the stripper lifted her arm up, and her fake boob popped up almost into her armpit.
We were laughing so hard the broad was embarrased and walked off stage.
They might affect your ability to breast feed, and who knows what sort of chemicals you are putting in your body.
I speak for most men when i say we dont like them for our wives or girlfriends, or women we really care about
2006-09-17 11:47:10
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answered by Anonymous
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Risks involved in any operation are infection, blood loss and death. I would be more worried about finding a board certified surgeon that knows what they are doing when it comes to this surgery than worrying about cost.
2006-09-17 12:10:03
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answered by kimberleibenton 4
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i did a poll on this forum and got over 30 answers, and guess what only two of those men who answered liked implants. if you don't need them for your job (****?) or reconstructive issues, keep your body natural. any man who likes you just for your fake breasts is shallow, disgusting, and not someone you want a long term relationship with.
2006-09-17 11:40:06
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answered by advicemom 4
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why sweetheart?dont your own work anymore?please except what the good lord gave you,besides why do you want bigger breast anyway?i heard some women says big breast makes their back hurt.
2006-09-17 11:46:25
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answered by Anonymous
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