Hundreds of Breast Enlargement operations are carried out in the UK every day, and this procedure is the most popular form of cosmetic surgery. Breast Enlargements are done for various reasons, some women consider it following child birth, and some purely because they consider their breasts too small. This can result in reduced confidence. Breast enlargement is one way to help you feel more feminine and regain your confidence.

5 Reasons to choose 111 Harley Street for your Breast Enlargement:

1. All our surgeons are on the UK Plastics Specialist Register with years of experience

2. Top quality Nagor Implants hand made in the UK with a life time guarantee

3. Individual, caring environment which most patients prefer to the 'mass market' approach of the larger groups

4. The health, well being and safety of our patients is of paramount importance

5. Unlimited after care policy

Planning your surgery

Be sure to discuss your expectations frankly with your surgeon. He or she will be equally frank with you, describing your alternatives and the risks and limitations of each.

The surgery

The method of inserting and positioning your implant will depend on your anatomy and your surgeon's recommendation. The incision can be made either in the crease where the breast meets the chest, around the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple), or in the armpit. Every effort will be made to assure that the incision is placed so resulting scars will be as inconspicuous as possible.

Working through the incision, the surgeon will lift your breast tissue and skin to create a pocket, either directly behind the breast tissue or underneath your chest wall muscle (the pectoral muscle). The implants are then centered beneath your nipples.

Some surgeons believe that putting the implants behind your chest muscle may reduce the potential for capsular contracture. Drainage tubes may be used for several days following the surgery. This placement may also interfere less with breast examination by mammogram than if the implant is placed directly behind the breast tissue. Placement behind the muscle however, may be more painful for a few days after surgery than placement directly under the breast tissue.

You'll want to discuss the pros and cons of these alternatives with your doctor before surgery to make sure you fully understand the implications of the procedure he or she recommends for you.

The surgery usually takes approximately one hour to complete. Stitches are used to close the incisions, which may also be taped for greater support. A gauze bandage may be applied over your breasts to help with healing.

The implant

Your breast implant will be made of cohesive silicone gel and at 111 Harley Street we use only British made Nagor implants which have a life-time guarantee.

After your surgery

You're likely to feel tired and sore for a few days following your surgery, but you'll be up and around in 24 to 48 hours. Most of your discomfort can be controlled by medication prescribed by your doctor.

Within several days, the gauze dressings, if you have them, will be removed, and you may be advised to wear a sports bra. You should wear it as directed by your surgeon. You may also experience a burning sensation in your nipples for about two weeks, but this will subside as bruising fades.

Your stitches will come out in a week to 10 days, but the swelling in your breasts may take three to five weeks to disappear.

Getting back to normal

You should be able to return to work within a few days, depending on the level of activity required for your job.

Follow your surgeon's advice on when to begin exercises and normal activities. Your breasts will probably be sensitive to direct stimulation for two to three weeks, so you should avoid much physical contact. After that, breast contact is fine once your breasts are no longer sore, usually three to four weeks after surgery.

For many women, the result of breast augmentation can be satisfying, even exhilarating, as they learn to appreciate their fuller appearance.Your decision to have breast augmentation is a highly personal one that not everyone will understand. The important thing is how you feel about it. If you've met your goals, then your surgery is a success.

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