We understand that breast augmentation, just like any other major surgery, poses many fears and questions to those who are planning to undergo the procedure. Although your surgeon can address most of your fears and worries prior to the surgery, you may still have some questions left unanswered. Here we have compiled a list of the most common questions patients have when undergoing breast augmentation. 1. Will it be painful? This is a subjective question. The answer to this is no, and yes at the same time. You will be asleep throughout the whole procedure since you will be sedated under general anesthesia. Some patients report feeling pain the moment they wake up from sedation. Whereas others report no pain at all. Pain is a highly subjective experience. With this in mind, you will be given the appropriate pain medication depending on the severity of your pain post-op. It is…

Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures worldwide coming in second to liposuction. Many women dream of achieving their best figure and sometimes the only way to achieve this is through cosmetic breast augmentation. Breast augmentation is a common aesthetic surgical procedure and many developments have been made since it has been introduced in the 1960s. However, many decades and technological advancements later, there are still looming misconceptions about breast augmentation that can affect one’s outlook on the process. Here, we break down the myths and misconceptions about breast augmentation so that you can make the best, informed decision. MYTH: Breast implants cause cancer FACT: There’s no scientific evidence that links the development of breast cancer to a previous breast implant. Silicone or saline implants used in the market are tested and regulated extensively to make sure that they are hypoallergenic and safe to use. It…