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ARTICLES
Augmentation mammoplasty
Since the era of the Greeks,
breasts were regarded as the
sensual and erotic woman.
The breast enlargement is a
cosmetic surgery most
commonly performed today,
providing body satisfaction,
because the woman wants to
feel more feminine with more
volume in their breasts.
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Fig
1.
Patient
with
little
development
of
glandular
tissue
(hipomastia). |
Breast implants
are used from
the beginning of
the 60's. Since
then, millions
of people have
chosen silicone
implants.
Implants are
always improving
the coordination
between doctor,
patient and
constant
adaptations have
allowed
manufacturers to
reach the
scientific and
technological
knowledge we
have today.
Many kinds of
breast implants
are available?
The implants
vary according
to the surface,
profile, shape,
and all produced
medical grade
gel high
cohesiveness.
When it comes to
the surface
membrane may be
smooth, textured
or coated
polyurethane
foam.
In relation to
the profile, can
be high profile,
moderate,
natural and
extra
projection.
In relation to
the shape can be
round or
anatomical, such
variety exists
to serve the
needs of each
patient.
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Fig
2.
Some
types
of
breast
implants. |
Implants
are harmful
to health?
Today has
been ruled
that
silicone
implants are
harmful as
demonstrated
by thousands
of studies.
What type
of incision
used for
breast
augmentation?
Axillary
incisions
are used,
trans-nipple
areola,
peri-areolar,
infra-mammary
groove,
umbilical,
and the new
mid-lateral
incision
future
inframammary
fold (Renó
technique)
Figure
3-5-6.
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