Breast Augmentation Incision Locations

    DENVER, CO, April 10, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Breast augmentation surgery is the number one requested cosmetic surgical procedure performed in this country every year. There are many reasons women request breast augmentation or breast enlargement surgery and they include repairing the damage of pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging and gravity to the simple desire to have firmer, shapelier more aesthetically pleasing contours. There are choices and decisions involved when deciding to have breast augmentation surgery and one of them is the placement and location of the incisions to be made.

The location and placement of the incisions during your breast implant surgery is an important step in your breast augmentation procedure. Your plastic surgeon should discuss and explain the types of surgical incisions possible and what recommendation fits your individual needs.

Locations and Types of Incisions

There are generally four types of incisions and locations employed in breast enlargement surgery.

- Axillary incisions
- Inframammary incisions
- Peri-areolar incisions
- Umbilicus incisions

Axillary Incisions

The axillary incision is made in the underarm area for a less visible scar and does not disturb muscle or breast tissue. The natural look of the breast post-operatively is another positive aspect of the placement of the incision in the underarm area.

Inframammary Incisions

The inframammary incision is made underneath the breast and remains hidden. No breast tissue is cut during this procedure and it does not interfere with breastfeeding attempts in the future. A disadvantage of this incision placement is irritation of the incision when wearing a bra.

Peri-areolar Incisions

The peri-areolar incision is made around the outer edge of the areola. This incision location ensures excellent positioning of the areolas and nipples during breast implant placement.

Umbilicus Incisions

The umbilicus incision is made in the belly button area and is used to avoid scarring of the breast tissue. This incision location is only implemented with saline breast implants because the breast implant must be folded before insertion and then filled after placement.

The type of breast implant, size, shape and how it is to be implanted should be thoroughly discussed with your cosmetic surgeon during your initial consultation as well as all the risks, complications and benefits involved. When choosing a plastic surgeon for your breast surgery you should consider the surgeon's qualifications, training, experience and skills so you can expect the best results and be confident in your decision.

If you would like to learn more about breast augmentation surgery, please visit the website of Denver, Colorado board certified cosmetic surgeon Dr. Nick Slenkovich at the Colorado Plastic Surgery Center in Littleton, Colorado today.

Website: http://www.elegantbreast.com

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