BREAST AUGMENTATION & MASTOPEXY

PROCEDURE

Breast augmentation combined with breast lift surgery, also known as augmentation-mastopexy, is a procedure that is designed to increase the size and alters the shape & positioning of the breast.

The procedure involves implants being inserted beneath the breasts to enlarge them. The implant type and size depends on factors such as how much bigger you want your breasts to be, your breast anatomy, skin thickness and elasticity, and body type.

Excess skin is also removed to tighten the surrounding tissue and to reshape and support the new breast contour. The internal breast tissue is usually reshaped as well.

Before undergoing Breast Augmentation and Mastopexy surgery at Norwest Cosmetic Surgery, you will have two comprehensive consultations with Dr Senthil Supramaniam.

During this consultation, Dr Senthil Supramaniam will explain the treatment, its mechanics, benefits, costs, as well as potential risks, complications, and the recovery process.

You will have the opportunity to discuss your concerns and desired outcomes with Dr Senthil Supramaniam. Following your consultation, Dr Senthil will devise a customised treatment plan that suits you best. As per the guidelines you must have two consultation, 7 days following your second consultation with Dr Senthil Supramaniam you will be able to book in a surgery date.
 
Following your Breast Augmentation & Mastopexy surgical procedure with Dr Senthil Supramaniam, our post operative nurse will finish off by providing you with post-treatment instructions and schedule your dressing change and follow up appointment.

RISKS, COMPLICATIONS & RECOVERY

After Breast Augmentation & Mastopexy surgery, there are certain pre & post operative instructions you must follow which include:

• Avoid touching or cleansing the areas for 7 days following surgery

• You will attend Norwest Cosmetic Surgery for your one week follow up appointment where your dressings will be removed or changed

• Limit physical activity and exposure to excessive heat and UV light for 6 weeks.

• Wear a compression garment for 6 weeks

• Take prescribed pain medication. Avoid other pain relievers that can thin the blood and cause bleeding or bruising unless specifically instructed by your primary care doctor

All surgical procedures have risks & complications and carry certain medical risks that may affect your overall well-being. Listed below are the known risks and complications associated with breast surgery:

• Changes in nipple and breast sensation, breast pain, asymmetry of the areola, nipple necrosis, capsular contracture, implant rupture. Excessive bleeding, post-operative infection, blood clots, and complications related to the heart and lungs. Other possible concerns include the development of discolored or keloid scars, infection, slow or poor wound healing, skin or fat necrosis, numbness or sensory changes, wound separation (dehiscence), persistent pain, and the risks associated with general anesthesia. Additionally, patients may experience swelling or the accumulation of fluid following the procedure.

For a full list of risks, recovery and complications associated with this procedure please visit https://www.norwestcosmeticsurgery.com.au/risks-complications-recovery. We encourage you to discuss risks with Dr Supramania at your consultation as well.