What are the risks associated with breast augmentation?

Breast augmentation has become a popular solution for women who are unhappy with the aesthetics of their breasts. Despite the aesthetic benefits of breast augmentation, there are a few risks associated with the procedure.

As is the case with any surgical procedure, problems such as bleeding, offset of allergies, infections or aesthetic complications may arise from a breast augmentation. Many of the more serious complications are linked to general anesthesia. Unexpected deaths caused by general anesthesia amount to one out of 17,000 surgeries in the United States. To minimize this risk, Dr. Foster uses IV sedation with local anesthesia. Dr. Foster owes his track record of “zero life threatening situations” to this method. With a history of 40,000 surgeries with no complications, Dr. Foster continues to adopt this method of sedation for the benefit of his patients.

Other minor risks include infection of the stitches and thickening or widening of the scar. Such risks can be easily treated either surgically or non-surgically. Unacceptable scars may arise in 1 out of 1000 cases. These do not have to be a source of worry to the patient as they are stitched up at no cost at all.

Improper healing of scars is considered to be a significant risk in breast augmentation surgery. However, in Dr. Foster’s practice, the healing of scars is monitored closely. This is an essential part of the post-surgery procedure. When Dr. Foster notices a widening or thickening tendency in the scar, it is controlled and treated with creams and ointments. Severe scars can be easily treated with the use of small silicone gel pressure bandages too.

If you are considering undergoing breast augmentation surgery, do not fret about the development of major risks. Dr. Foster prides himself in having successfully conducted breast augmentation surgery on close relatives including his wife, sister and two daughters-in-law. Trust Dr. Foster to help you achieve your breast-related aesthetic goals with nearly no risks at all.

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