One of the most important aspects of the surgical process is forming a strong a meaningful connection with your surgeon. By doing this, patients may receive a level of comfort and piece of mind that will definitely ease the surgical process. Below are a list of questions that are frequently asked to Dr. Springer regarding the surgical experience.
Question: Why do you feel there has been such a dramatic increase in breast augmentation surgery?
Dr. Springer: The research evidence shows it is a safe procedure and that has contributed to the increase. In 1995 the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that scientific studies found saline filled prostheses to be safe. The FDA approves the use of saline filled breast prostheses for augmentation. At present, augmentation mammaplasty is the second most popular cosmetic procedure nationally.
Question: Is it possible to breast-feed after an augmentation?
Dr. Springer: Yes. Because the implant is placed behind the breast tissue and nipple, the ability to breast-feed is not altered.
Question: What are the scars that result from this surgery?
Dr. Springer: I prefer to make the incision in the armpit or on the underside of the breast just above the crease or. That way the scar cannot be easily seen. The scar an inch and a quarter long and usually fades with time. I place dissolving sutures underneath the skin. That way, the stitches are not visible and do not need to be removed.