9 Things You Should Know Before You Undergo Your Breast Surgery

American Society of Plastic Surgeons stated that breast augmentation was the most requested surgical procedure in the year 2014. Even though it is so popular, there are many things you should consider before making this type of decision. It is a decision about your future which cannot be easily changed afterward. Many women don’t think well about many possible scenarios when deciding whether to undertake this surgery.

Here are nine things you should know before you decide to do your breast surgery.

 The first won’t be the last

This rule is true for most women who decide to have a breast job. The reasons are different—women must change their implants since these don’t last forever, and many of them want to change shape and the numbers of the implant sooner than five years after the first surgery. Furthermore, weight loss, pregnancy, or other factors may also have an impact on the next possible surgeries in your future.

 You will pay about $3,500

This is an average, without the cost of anesthesia, materials, and facilities. Of course, the price also depends on the region, patient, and the doctor. Every next surgery on your breasts is probably going to cost even more—up to three or four times this amount—considering that a reduction procedure lasts three or four times longer.

 You will not get days off

Usually, you will get only 5-7 days off for surgery like this. Although you surely won’t be feeling good, you will have to go to your job every day. If the implant is placed behind the muscles and not on top of them, you’ll be feeling even worse. And if a reduction is in question, recovery will be significantly harder, and you will have problems to return to your everyday life.

 Your breasts will feel different

Breasts with implants are different from the normal ones. Therefore, you will feel weird and will not want to touch them. The implant is different from a natural breast tissue. You will also feel weird with yourself and your body as time goes. Sometimes, implants even feel like rocks inside your body.

 You can’t go for huge ones first

Even if you would like to have some bigger-sized implants, this won’t be possible all at once. You will first start with smaller, a cup size. It is further important to set realistic goals in front of you. Your body needs to adjust to sudden changes, and that cannot happen overnight. Your surgeon will surely suggest to you a cup size first, and you will increase it in a few years if you want to.

 Surgery might affect your breastfeeding

This isn’t always the case, but it can happen really often. Women who have implants often choose not to breastfeed, so the data is pretty unclear. However, you can have minor damage on your areola, which could potentially make breastfeeding harder. Women who have incisions under their arms do not have as many problems as the ones with incisions on the areola.

 You might not feel your nipples 

You may lose sensation in your nipples whenever you undertake this type of surgery. Even if you lose the sensation, they will still respond to cold and other stimulations.

 If you have a history of disease, don’t do it

If you have an adamant history of breast cancer, smoking, or obesity, you aren’t the right candidate for this type of operation. All these factors increase possible risks and complications afterward. Don’t forget to mention these to your surgeon as he should be well informed about your family diseases history.

 The surgeon might not be good

Not all plastic surgeons are certified and trustworthy. You should do a deep research before you decide on a surgeon. First, you should make sure he is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Remember that there are many “boards” that aren’t legitimate. He should further be a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery because both of these have high criteria and maintenance. Secondly, you should make sure that he has experience in these types of surgeries. Ask for the data—the photos before and after are the best possible proof. You can also choose to speak to his previous patients. Don’t forget to talk with the surgeon and to get a feel of his approach, too.