Beautiful and voluminous breasts are the dream of every representative of the fair sex, only nature does not reward everyone with it. Endoscopic breast augmentation involves a surgical procedure for implantation of the prosthesis.
The main advantages of the method
Among other techniques that allow you to increase the volume of the breast and correct its defects, endoscopy has some advantages:
- Preservation of the possibility of breastfeeding babies. The implant is placed directly under the muscle. This position does not interfere in any way with the natural functions of the mammary gland.
- The breast retains the most aesthetic aspect. The ability to place the seam under the armpit makes it practically invisible. After a few months, the scar dissolves and disappears. The implanted implant is not seen through the skin, so the breast retains its natural appearance.
- Short operating time. Thanks to the use of an endoscope, the doctor has the opportunity to examine the entire operating field and control the process. The performed manipulations become more accurate, and the procedure itself lasts no more than an hour.
- The recovery period passes quickly. The tissues during the operation are not too traumatized, the healing process proceeds quickly and well. After 2 weeks, the patient can already return to her usual lifestyle, but with some reservations.
Who is the breast augmentation procedure suitable for?
In what cases is breast augmentation or endoscopic breast correction planned? For example, in the following:
- insufficient development of the mammary gland;
- small breast size;
- sagging breasts, which could be the result of feeding the baby or a sharp decrease in weight;
- chest asymmetry;
- chest deformation resulting from trauma or surgery.
Preparation period
As with any operation, mammoplasty requires some preparation of the patient, verifying the absence of contraindications. You will need to have the following exams before breast augmentation:
- undergo an ultrasound of the breast;
- do a general blood test;
- set the blood clotting time;
- do a blood test for AIDS, hepatitis, biochemistry, genital infections.
A preliminary consultation with an anesthesiologist will be required, which will help to identify possible complications from anesthesia during the operation in advance. Any surgical intervention is an intervention in the body and a violation of natural processes, so the preliminary preparation must be taken very seriously.
How the operation is performed
There are several ways that endoscopic breast augmentation can be done:
- An incision directly under the mammary gland. Its length, as a rule, does not exceed 3. 5 centimeters. The disadvantage of this option is that even with the most successful suture healing, when only a thin scar remains at the wound site, the scar can periodically remind both the woman and her partner about a breast augmentation operation.
- Incision near the nipple. This option is fraught with consequences. First, scar formation remains inevitable. Secondly, it is the inability to breastfeed future babies. During the operation, some ducts and the glandular tissue itself are affected. In the future, if a woman wants to have a child and becomes pregnant, it will be impossible to breastfeed him. Another complication that most frightens the patients who have opted for this particular method of breast augmentation is the possible complete loss of nipple sensation. In this case, the bust will already be defective.
- Operation through the axillary access. It is considered the most effective and safe option for breast augmentation. The breast tissue remains intact, so in the future it will be possible to breastfeed babies without any problems. The scar that forms in the armpit can finally dissolve within six months, so it won't spoil the result at all. In general, the procedure for inserting the implant through the axillary access under the pectoral muscle is more convenient, but requires certain endoscopic equipment to be performed. It will be necessary not only to cut muscle tissue, but also not to damage the large vessels passing here. In general, much less time is spent on the whole procedure. Breast augmentation through the armpit allows you to significantly shorten the recovery period. If the clinic has a modern laser installation, the chances of a favorable outcome of the operation increase several times.
A month before the operation, you should adjust the diet and review the diet. This is especially true for those women who are on regular diets. Lack of trace elements and vitamins leads to poor healing of damaged tissues. For a couple of weeks, they stop taking any medications that can affect blood clotting. As a rule, their list is released for consultation by a surgeon or anesthetist. In three days, you need to try to quit smoking: as a result of this bad habit, a rough and ugly scar can form.
In no case should you drink alcoholic beverages before or after the operation. Alcohol is the most severe contraindication to all anesthesia drugs and medicines.
The operation is performed in a conventional operating room, where the maintenance of sterility is guaranteed.
Contraindications
Like any medical procedure, endoscopic mammoplasty has a number of contraindications, in the presence of which it is worth refusing to perform breast augmentation surgery to avoid further negative consequences. These include:
- any neoplasms in the area of the mammary glands (both malignant and benign);
- current infectious diseases;
- chronic or acute diseases of internal organs;
- diabetes;
- blood diseases;
- poor blood clotting;
- minor age;
- if a year has not passed since the completion of breastfeeding;
- mental abnormalities or the patient's unstable psychological state.
Recovery
The first day after the operation, as a rule, the patient spends in the hospital ward, where he is provided with the supervision of medical personnel and, if necessary, the provision of qualified medical care.
For the first week after breast augmentation, patients experience pain at the incision site. Pain relievers are recommended to reduce this negative effect. In no case should physical exertion be allowed. You have to avoid the sharp waves of your arms, try not to lift them above shoulder level. Within three months, you will have to forget about going to the bathhouse or sauna, not to visit the solarium. It is strictly forbidden to carry out any procedures in the breast area during this period.
The price of endoscopic breast augmentation surgery can vary not only based on the material the implant is made of, but also based on the surgeon's experience and reputation. The price difference can be up to two times. Before opting for a cheaper option, you should think about whether you are ready to risk your health and leave it in the hands of a complete stranger.
The success of endoscopic breast augmentation through the armpit depends not only on the appearance in the future, but also on the state of health. Before deciding on such an important and responsible step, it is worth weighing all the advantages and disadvantages, making sure that there are no contraindications or reasons for concern. In the presence of the slightest deviations, it is better to abandon the operation or postpone it. Re-mammoplasty is extremely risky and not all specialists will undertake to do it.