Age and Breast Augmentation

    NEW YORK, NY, April 03, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- People of all ages strive to look like the celebrities who are personified in magazines, television, and on the big screen. Celebrity fashions, hair styles, body shapes and, yes, even breast sizes become goals that many strive to achieve. Teenage girls are especially susceptible to the real or perceived pressures to look like the famous faces (and bodies) they admire. As a result, more and more girls in the 16-20 age range are showing a greater interest in breast augmentation surgery.

Not surprisingly, there is great controversy surrounding breast augmentation surgery for teenage girls. This leads to the question, "What is the ideal age for breast augmentation surgery?" Unfortunately, there is no exact answer to this question. However, there are some guidelines that most experienced cosmetic surgeons follow to determine whether or not a patient is a candidate for breast enlargements.

Age

Many highly skilled cosmetic surgeons will not perform breast augmentation surgery on women younger than age 18. It should be noted that a woman's body, including the breasts, will continue to develop and grow into her early 20's. It may be more prudent to postpone any surgery decisions until the woman is fully developed. Cosmetic surgeons use both saline and silicone implants for breast augmentation.

Physical health

Breast augmentation candidates will be in good physical health and within a reasonable weight for their body size.

Mental health

Breast enhancement surgery should not be used as a quick-fix to enhance self-esteem or to correct negative body image issues. While larger, perkier breasts can give women new or renewed self-confidence, patients should not be under the misconception that larger breasts will magically make their lives more meaningful or perfect. Realistic expectations should be discussed with the cosmetic surgeon prior to any procedure.

Current life situation

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging and weight loss can dramatically change a woman's breasts and lead a woman to consider breast augmentation. Women who are pregnant or nursing should delay any breast enlargement surgery until her body has returned to "normal." Future pregnancies, aging and weight gain or loss can still have an effect on the breasts, even if the woman has implants.

Every woman's body, life situation and personal goals are unique. When breast augmentation surgery is done for the right reasons, with the right expectations, by a highly-trained cosmetic surgeon, most women are very satisfied with the outcome. A detailed consultation with a surgeon will help you decide if this procedure is right for you.

If you live in New York City and have been considering breast enlargement surgery, please visit the website of CosMedica, The Plastic Surgery Center of New York and Dr. Howard Bellin, New York City cosmetic surgeon.

Source: CosMedica
Website: http://www.cosmedica.com

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