Breast Augmentation (Saline Implants) Before and After Pictures by Dean L Johnston, MD, FACS

If you are considering breast augmentation, one decision you will have to make with your surgeon is what type of prosthesis you will use. Saline breast implants could be the best possible option for you, but it is important to investigate the details involved with this procedure. LocateADoc.com has put together this short surgical description to help you feel confident in your decision to pursue this type of augmentation.

What makes this implant option attractive to many women is more options with incision and placement. With saline, the implant is filled after placement to the desired level. This allows a surgeon to access the chest area through small incisions in the armpit area. With increased customization options, there are more opportunities to achieve your desired result.

As with any surgery, there are a few risks to consider. This procedure is completed under general anesthesia. To reduce your risk, it’s important to talk to your plastic surgery doctor about any medication you are taking so that you can adjust before surgery. Other surgical risks include excessive bleeding, scarring, or infection. If the implant ever ruptures, the solution is safe and will become reabsorbed by the body. Revision surgery would be necessary to restore balance.

To see the differences between various types of implants, browse our before and after photos of successful surgeries. You can also see the differences between silicone and saline breast implants. While viewing these photos, you can filter by age, height, and weight of patient so that you can view women with bodies similar to yours. You can also choose breast size before and after as well as implant entry points. This will allow you to develop realistic expectations. When you are ready to learn about this procedure in greater detail, we encourage you to browse doctor profiles here on LocateADoc.com.