Cosmetic Breast Enlargement Surgery FAQs: Reviewing Safety and Procedure Concerns

If you are considering breast augmentation, you may have a number of questions about the procedure. Below you will find answers to some of the questions most frequently asked about breast enlargement by cosmetic surgery patients.

Are silicone breast implants safe?
According to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which approved the reintroduction of silicone breast implants onto the market in 2006, yes. Extensive studies showed that the concerns that led to the withdrawal of silicone breast implants from the market in 1992 were unfounded. In addition, the materials used to contain the silicone gel had improved in the interim, making implant rupture a more remote possibility. As a result, women can now choose between silicone and saline breast implants at most plastic surgery practices.

My breasts are beginning to droop. Will breast implants help?
In and of themselves, breast implants will not correct breasts that have begun to lose their natural elasticity. However, many women who wish to change the size and shape of their breasts combine breast lift surgery, in which the breasts and nipples are raised to more youthful positions, with breast augmentation, in which breast implants are placed to increase the size of the breasts. The result is larger, but perkier, breasts.

How much does breast augmentation with breast implants cost?
The cost of breast enlargement with silicone or saline breast implants depends on geographical location, the surgeon's fees, and the goals of the patient. You should expect to pay at least $4,000 to $5,000 altogether, and as much as $10,000. As with any surgery, you should feel comfortable with the physician you choose to perform your breast surgery. Make sure that your surgeon of choice has consistently produced excellent results for his patients by asking to view before-and-after photographs, and be wary of "discount" breast surgery centers.

I am dissatisfied with the results of a previous breast augmentation. Is there anything I can do?
Breast implants, of course, can be removed. However, there are also cosmetic surgeons who perform secondary breast augmentation, correcting the unnatural or otherwise unsatisfactory results of a previous surgery.




Considering breast implants? A breast augmentation surgeon can help you understand your treatment options so you can decide if breast enlargement surgery is right for you.