Five Tips for Women in the Trinity, FL, Area Who Are Considering Breast Implants

Currently, there is a lot of information circulating about breast implants – some accurate and some not. Therefore, as you research breast augmentation with implants, you might become overwhelmed or confused relatively quickly. Keep in mind that your most reliable source is an experienced breast surgeon.

Dr. John Roach, a double board certified plastic and general surgeon who founded the Bayside Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery near Trinity, Florida, can help you sort through the deluge of information out there about breast implants. He’ll meet with you personally, share his extensive knowledge, and answer your questions so that you make informed decisions regarding this elective surgical procedure.

What You Need to Know

In the meantime, here are five things you should know about breast implants:

1. Together, you and your surgeon will need to make many choices about your breast implants, including their size, shape, texture, incision site, and placement. To help ensure the best possible results, you’ll need to clearly communicate your preferences to your surgeon, who can confirm that your expectations are reasonable.
2. Different breast implants have varying characteristics and fillers, and you are encouraged to learn as much as you can about the options you are considering. An excellent point of reference is the Summary of Safety and Effectiveness Data prepared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which provides information about the indications for use, risks, warnings, precautions, and studies associated with the FDA approval for each implant.
3. After breast augmentation surgery, you’ll need to continually monitor your breasts as recommended by your surgeon. This may include monthly self-examinations, regular mammograms, and/or periodic MRI screenings.
4. Breast implants are medical devices that are not intended to last a lifetime. This means you will likely need to have additional surgery performed sometime in the future.
5. There are risks associated with breast implants. For example, scar tissue may form around an implant, leading to a complication known as capsular contracture, which can cause the breast to harden, shift, or change shape. Also, implants can rupture due to physical trauma or the aging of the device. Your surgeon can explain these risks in detail.

If you would like to discuss breast implants with Dr. Roach, contact the Bayside Center for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery today to schedule an appointment at his office near Trinity, FL. In addition to breast augmentation surgery, Dr. Roach can provide information about the other cosmetic surgeries he performs, such as tummy tuck and facial rejuvenation procedures.