Breast implants: characteristics and classification
There are many reasons why women think about prosthetics. Someone is born with a small breast. The state of the breast after feeding, too, often worsens. Age changes are also impossible to stop.
The desire to continue to remain beautiful makes women think about surgery to install breast implants. Here the most difficult begins. Around this operation goes a lot of myths and prejudices. Some information is outdated, but is still available on many Internet resources. What is the true state of affairs?
Features of life with breast implants
Be that as it may, but surgery to implant breast implants is a surgical procedure. And this involves a number of recommendations that must be followed. This is the only way to preserve health and quality of life.
There are a number of pros and cons of breast endoprostheses. The plus will be a good appearance of the breast, the ability to choose the future shape and size. You will receive a comprehensive consultation from the doctor, you will choose the technique of the operation.
Do not forget about the minuses. After implantation will have to abandon breastfeeding. You will need to be careful with new forms. In case of various injuries or gross compression, the shell of the implant may suffer.
If you opt for older and cheaper models, the consequence of this will be the movement of the contents from the chest into the area of the anterior abdominal wall or scapula when the wall of the prosthesis is damaged. There is a gross cosmetic defect. Fortunately, it does not threaten life and health, breast implants are filled with non-toxic contents. However, surgery will be required to remove the filler and re-prosthetic breast.
Modern implants contain special fillers that "do not leak", in a similar situation will not lead to such gross cosmetic defects. Their price, of course, is higher, and in case of damage, replacement will still be required.
With proper "operation" breast implants can not be replaced . They are set once and for all life.
Consider the characteristics of breast implants, their varieties. They have certain differences, the responsible choice will allow to achieve the desired result and not be disappointed later.
Implant characteristics
In modern models, a special kind of filler is used - paragel. It is non-toxic and does not leave the cavity of the prosthesis even when the sheath breaks. You can not worry about the phenomenon of "drying out". It is not absorbed by human tissues, so after a couple of years the breast will not decrease, but will remain as it was.
Modern models do not require a scheduled replacement, so you do not need to worry about repeated operations. The implant is set for life.
The high flexibility of modern models allows the use of small cuts. This will save large scars. The operation will remain a little secret, even if you decide to visit the beach.
Implants of all possible shapes and sizes are produced. You can get the result you need, not the average variant. Thus, you can change the size and shape of the breast. The option you get after the surgery does not have to be final. In some models it is possible to change the amount of filler, therefore, the size of the breast, after surgery. A wrong decision will not be fatal and will not require repeated interventions.
Classification
There is a classification of implants by filler, or the surface, the form of endoprostheses, volume are taken into account. Let us examine each principle in more detail.
Implant classification by filler:
- salt prostheses;
- silicone breast implants;
- chest prostheses with biocompatible hydrogel;
- prostheses filled with silica gel beads;
- prostheses of complex composition.
Saline breast implants are the cheapest. They are filled with saline (0.9% sodium chloride solution). Patients with similar prostheses note that with sudden movements there is a characteristic sound of splashing water, which can be heard by others.
Other models are more modern, this deficiency has been eliminated, but this has led to their appreciation.
Implant classification by surface type:
- smooth;
- textured;
- with a spongy surface structure.
Smooth implants are used most long ago, but they are also the most imperfect. Let us examine the advantages of other models.
Textured implants mentor, due to the special bristles on the surface, are not compressed by the connective tissue capsule. The body forms it around any foreign body. When using a texture implant, the breast will not decrease after a couple of years, which is inevitable when choosing other models.
Prostheses with a spongy surface structure better “grow” into the breast tissue. The capsule consists of connective tissue, and it grows tightly into each microscopic gap in the implant. Such a prosthesis will inevitably decrease slightly after a couple of years. But the chest will look very natural. When feeling there will be no feeling of some kind of foreign inclusion, which is inevitable when using other models.
Classification by the form of endoprostheses:
- round implants;
- anatomical implants;
- anatomical implants with high profile.
In round implants, the name speaks for itself. Teardrop-shaped anatomical implants will increase the breast volume, giving it a more natural shape. Anatomical implants with a high profile, due to their features allow you to slightly raise the breast. Moreover, when using an anatomical implant with a high profile, a greater visual enlargement of the breast is achieved compared to an anatomical implant of the same volume.
Classification by volume of endoprosthesis:
- fixed;
- adjustable.
The advantage of adjustable endoprostheses over fixed ones is that it is possible to adjust its size during the operation. Thus, you can achieve perfect breast symmetry, take into account all the anatomical features of a woman.
Anatomical breast implants and their differences
Anatomical implants are the most popular on the market. Allow patients to get the best result and protect against cosmetic defects after surgery.
In addition, doctors often work with these prostheses. Choosing anatomical breast implants, you can not worry that the operating surgeon will not have enough experience.
The choice of a suitable volume must be agreed with the doctor. Dreams are dreams, but the specialist will give all the necessary recommendations, advise on the results and consequences. Do not neglect these recommendations and will not face unexpected consequences in the future.
The time of service of breast implants and their replacement should not disturb the current patients. All firms provide a lifetime warranty, provided that the woman adheres to the recommendations on "exploitation".
Leading implant manufacturers offer a wide selection. Let us dwell on companies with a long term of work and a good reputation. So you can be confident in the result, do not worry about the serious consequences for your health and beauty. The listed firms pay much attention to their reputation.
McGann Products of this brand offer models at the highest prices on the market, but they also have the best quality. At the moment, there is a brand "McGan", as the company itself has teamed up with another endoprosthesis manufacturer and changed its name to Allergan.
Mentor. Company with factories in the USA and the Netherlands. The low risk of capsular contracture is guaranteed to patients who have opted for the goods of this company. It should be noted that about 1% of patients also have this problem with other manufacturers, that is, the probability is initially low. The company also exists for a long time on the market, has a world name.
Polytech Silimed. European manufacturer, market leader in the region.
The main differences of modern prostheses
The main differences of the third generation implants made them the most popular in the market. Elastic anatomical breast implants do not impede movements, are safe for health and durable. Will not require replacement in a couple of years.
Cost of
Prices for implants vary in the range of 25-50 thousand rubles per piece. Of course, the cost of surgery will be included in the price. Discuss with your doctor different options and prices - the operating specialist is better versed in the nuances, will warn of possible surprises, will tell about all the advantages and disadvantages of the chosen model.
Conclusion
Meaningfully approach the decision to conduct this operation . Remember the "golden" rule of endoprosthetics: no prosthesis will function better or at least similarly to the organ itself. Be critical to advertising, remember that everywhere there are their own "pitfalls" that you need to consult with your doctor. Choose an experienced and reliable specialist in a good clinic.
Do not overlook the question of general anesthesia. This is the hardest stress for the body. Sometimes it can be fatal. Do not neglect the advice of an anesthesiologist-resuscitator, it can save your life.
