If you're considering breast augmentation...

Breast augmentation, technically known as augmentation mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure to enhance the size and shape of a woman's breast.

By inserting an implant behind each breast, surgeons are able to increase a woman's bustline by one or more bra cup sizes .

If you want to know more about this procedure

The procedure at the glance

Breast enlargement (Augmentation Mammaplasty)

Procedure : Enhance the size of breasts using inflatable implants filled with saline.

Length : 1 hour

Anesthesia : general

In/Outpatient : One night stay in the hospital

Side Effects : Temporary soreness, swelling, change in nipple sensation, bruising. Breast sensitive to stimulation for a few weeks.

Risks : formation of scar tissue around the implant (capsular contracture), which may cause the breast to feel tight or hard; bleeding or infection. Increase or decrease in sensitivity of nipples.

Recovery : Back to work: a few days. Physical contact with breasts: 3 to 4 weeks. Fading of scars: several months to a year or more.

Duration of Results : Variable. Implants may require removal or replacement.