Breast augmentation in Bochum
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Breast augmentation
The reasons for breast augmentation (also known as breast surgery) can be very diverse. On the one hand, there is the desire for normal-sized and beautifully shaped breasts that harmonise with the rest of the body. But the desire for a beautiful cleavage is also an important aspect. Breast augmentation is also a suitable option for correcting sagging breasts as a result of pregnancy and breastfeeding or weight loss, possibly through a combined breast augmentation and breast augmentation. Breast liftto effectively improve the shape of the breasts. Breasts of unequal size (asymmetry) can possibly be balanced out with breast augmentation. The aim is to achieve a natural appearance with an improvement in feminine radiance and the associated self-esteem.
In my practice, only quality implants from the companies Polytech (Germany). The implant manufacturer gives a lifetime guarantee on its implants and has developed the Implants of Excellence programme especially for patients with Polytech implants, as an additional basis for trust.
We use the innovative Keller Funnel insertion aid for the safe insertion of breast implants and have been certified for this.
Patients from Bochum and all over NRW trust in the quality of the implants, read everything you need to know about these breast implants under the following link:
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Breast augmentation with silicone gel implants
A large selection of certified implants from first-class companies is available for this purpose, so that a targeted selection can be made according to individual wishes and tissue conditions.
This can be supported by the BioDynamic© Breast Analysis System helps to optimise the planning and predictability of the result even before the operation. You can critically analyse and individually select different sizes on your own body.
The breast volume is increased using leak-proof silicone gel implants. As the quality and safety of these implants has steadily developed and improved in recent years, they no longer need to be routinely replaced at a later date.
Brief overview:
Duration of treatment:
1-2 hours
Anaesthesia:
General anaesthesia
Follow-up treatment:
Wearing a special bra and chest strap
Load restrictions:
1-2 weeks; no heavy work or sporting activities for up to 6 weeks
Implant shapes - anatomical or teardrop-shaped?
The choice of implant shape (round versus anatomical or teardrop-shaped) and implant profile depends on many factors, such as the individual anatomical conditions and the desired appearance of the breast.
Implant position and access route
These implants can be placed either under the mammary gland (subglandular) or under the large pectoral muscle (submuscular). The presence of sufficient soft tissue coverage above the implant is important for the decision, so that no steps are visible in the décolleté due to the implant edge.
There are two access options for this breast operation: the incision of around 4-5 cm can be made at the lower edge of the nipple (periareolar) or in the inframammary fold.
Procedure for breast surgery
The operation is performed under inpatient conditions under general anaesthetic and takes 1-2 hours depending on the technique and findings. The intraoperative position of the implants, particularly with regard to symmetry, is checked by positioning the upper body. To support the shape of the breast during the healing phase, we recommend wearing a compression bra day and night for a period of 6 weeks. In addition, a breast strap must be worn for at least 14 days to prevent the implants from slipping or twisting. The patient should also not sleep on her stomach for the first two weeks. The wound drains inserted during the operation can usually be removed after 1-2 days and the suture material after 2 weeks. In general, you will be largely symptom-free again after a few days and, depending on your activity, able to work after 1-2 weeks. If there are no complications, you should only resume sports training, lifting weights and overhead work after approx. 6 weeks. The final result is usually achieved after 3-6 months. Restrictions such as breast cancer diagnostics, breastfeeding, flying or sporting activities, e.g. diving, are not to be expected.
After the operation, you will of course be given an implant passport with all the necessary information about the operation and the implant.
Risks and complications
Even if breast augmentations are carried out in a qualified and frequent manner, in addition to general complications, special consequences can also occur, which you should be informed about in advance.
One of these is so-called capsular fibrosis or capsular contracture. When an implant is inserted, the body forms a delicate connective tissue envelope around the implant. This effect is initially desired and is also referred to as the implant being incorporated by the body and growing in, so to speak. Unfortunately, in rare cases, for reasons that are not yet clearly understood, hardening and shrinkage of this envelope can occur, which is then referred to as a "capsule". This can lead to deformation of the implant, even after many years, which can disturb the aesthetic sensation and cause pain. In these cases, the breast prosthesis and capsule should be removed. A new implant can then be inserted (prosthesis replacement) or an alternative method of breast reconstruction (e.g. with autologous fat, see below) can be used. The risk of capsular fibrosis can be minimised by a slightly rough surface of the implant, insertion of the implant under the muscle and extensive protection of the tissue during the operation.
Another important aspect is the possibility of displacement of the breast implant (implant dislocation). Consistently wearing a customised bra with a breast strap helps to reduce the risk of this.
In a personal and individual consultation, we will be happy to analyse your wishes and expectations regarding breast size and shape and discuss in detail the realistic results to be expected, conceivable risks and possible complications in order to design a treatment concept that is right for you.
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