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Breast Augmentation
Concern
For women that are dissatisfied with the size of their breasts, an augmentation is an effective option. Breast augmentation is a procedure that enlarges the female breast by implanting silicone cushions under the breast glands. Though silicone implants have been proven to be safe, there are differences in the quality of available implants. It is therefore essential to only use high-quality implants in order to minimize the chance of long-term complications. Modern implants offer protection against leakage by means of “cohesive silicone gel”. That means that in case of the implant ruptures, no silicone will leak out. If patients opt not to have silicone implants can choose an implant that is filled with saline. However, clinical studies have shown that there are no fewer health risks in comparison with cohesive gel implants. The texturized surface of the implants reduces the chance of developing a capsular contraction (A reaction of the tissue surrounding the implant in the breast which can lead to pain, discomfort, and an irregular shape of the breast) There are two different types of implants on the market: The anatomical shaped implants and the round implants. Anatomical shape implants are used primarily in the reconstruction of the breast after breast cancer.
The implant can be positioned in front of or behind the breast muscle. Placing the implant behind the muscle offers several advantages such as a lower chance of the long-term complication “capsular fibrosis”. Also, a more natural appearance can be achieved, especially in women with very small breasts.
Treatment
This very standard and effective procedure performed under general anesthesia. A drain might be placed in the wound to collect fluid that will be removed on the first day after surgery.
Hospital Admission: Outpatient
Recuperation Time: 3 weeks
Post Surgery: After the first dressing change two days after surgery, the patient will begin to use a post operative bra, preferably one with an opening at the front with broad elastic band.
Breast Lift
Concern:
After weight loss or breast feeding, most women notice a change in the shape of their breasts. Hanging breasts are due to the loss of elasticity of the breast skin and, to a certain extent, weakness of the chest muscle.
Treatment:
To lift the breast, the skin-envelope has to be reduced, without reducing the volume of the breast gland. This very common procedure is performed under general anesthesia with suture removal after 12 days.
Hospital Admission: Out patient
Recuperation Time: 3 weeks
Post Surgery: After dressings are changed on the second day after surgery, the patient will begin to use a post operative bra, preferably one with an opening at the front with broad elastic bands.
Breast Reduction
Concern:
Extremely large breasts can lead to severe physical problems such as bad posture, chronic back pain and headaches. In many cases, patients also suffer from rashes beneath the breast. Psychologically, affected women can develop low self-esteem, depression and social phobias.
Treatment:
In order to reduce breast fat volume, glandular tissue and skin must also be reduced. This very common procedure is performed under general anesthesia, with suture removal after 12 days.
Hospital Admission: 0 – 1 night
Recuperation Time: 3 weeks
Post Surgery: After dressings are changed on the second day after surgery, the patient will begin to use a post operative bra, preferably one with an opening at the front with broad elastic bands.
Breast Reconstruction
Concern:
After a surgical removal of a tumor from the female breast or amputation (mastectomy) of the entire breast as a result of cancer, the breasts can be reconstructed.
Treatment:
The breasts can be reconstructed using one of the following surgical techniques under general anesthesia.
1) The substitution of human tissue with silicone implants.
2) The utilization of tissue from other parts of the body (LD Flap Procedure)
3) The harvesting of tissue from the lower abdomen and microsurgical transplantation to the chest (DIEP Flap Procedure)
Hospital Admission: 0 – 4 nights depending on treatment selection
Recuperation Time: 4 weeks
Post Surgery: After dressings are changed on the second day after surgery, the patient will begin to use a post surgical bra, preferably one with an opening at the with broad elastic bands.
Areola Reduction
Concern:
The size of the areola differs in every individual. Large areolas very often are perceived to be less attractive.
Treatment:
With a small surgical procedure, the size of the areola can be reduced under local anesthesia leaving a subtle scar around the areola. Sutures can be removed in 10-12 days
Hospital Admission: Outpatient
Recuperation Time: 1-2 weeks
Post Surgery: Wear a post surgical bra and apply a compress on each breast for 2 days.
Liposuction
Concern:
Many people have the desire to improve the shape of their bodies. Liposuction makes this desire a real possibility. The removal of fat by means of suction is not a substitute for proper diet and exercise. As a matter of fact, it is not suggested for people who are severely overweight because of the risks involved. It is however an excellent technique to correct unevenly distributed fat tissue for a long-lasting result.
Treatment:
Using local anesthesia and a solution, fat will be removed from the abdomen based on marking made just prior to surgery.
Hospital Admission: Outpatient procedure
Post Surgery: Compression garments must be worn for 3 – 6 weeks. During the first two days after surgery, some watery fluid may leak from the small incision points. Lymphatic drainage massage is recommended.
Vaginal Rejuvenation
Concern
Vaginal slackness, loss of libido or incontinence due to age or pregnancy very often is the culprit of a vaginal rejuvenation.
Treatment:
Though there are multiple ways to create rejuvenation, we offer a non-surgical, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shot to the clitoris and other areas of the vagina to stimulate growth factor development in the blood and rejuvenate the area. The result is increased sexual pleasure, improve continence and lubrication after the procedure.
Hospital Admission: Outpatient
Recuperation time: Immediate
Diastasis Recti
Concern:
Caused when there is a partial or complete separation of the “six pack” muscles, diastasis recti is a very common byproduct pregnancy. However, not only post partum women are sufferers of diastasis recti. Men and women who have never been pregnant can also have this problem of undue pressure on these abdominal muscles.
Treatment:
Surgery fixes the weakened area and can be performed without general anesthesia.
Hospital Admission: 1-3 Days
Recuperation time: 3 weeks
Post Surgery: Drains will be removed at the first dressing change and an abdominal binder or compression garment will have to be worn for 3 weeks.
Hernia
Concern:
Caused when inner parts of your body push through weak tissue, a hernia can grow or become painful, even life-threatening when left untreated.
Treatment:
Hernia repair surgery fixes the weakened area and can be performed without general anesthesia.
Hospital Admission: Outpatient
Recuperation Time: 1-2 weeks
Post Surgery: Drains if needed are left in the wound to allow fluids to evacuate. The patient must wear a compression garment for 3 weeks.