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Cosmetic surgery is so interesting these days because results are so much better now than they were 20 years ago! Since I am 49, I could see reaching a point in the near future in which new, firm, round, high boobs could be a thing for me. Still thinking about it. These days, some people choose to jump on a cheap flight to Mexico to get cheap plastic surgery and implants, which I really wouldn’t recommend. I had a friend who was in the hospital for 3 months after returning home with a infection that almost killed her after her. She had a huge medical bill for $100,000 and learned her lesson. It didn’t turn out to be a cheap procedure after all! My advice to anyone after that ordeal, is to go to a quality medical practice that can give great aftercare!
There are many different types of implants, as my friend learned after having 3 breast implant procedures. She was never happy with what she had selected because she had not done enough research. With implants, it’s better to educate yourself first on exactly what you’re getting and what the expected, realistic outcome will be.
Implant Types Explained
Whether you’re considering a breast implant of a cheek implants, there are many different types of implants that you should be aware of. Having a firm understanding of each implant type before you request one of these procedures should assist you in selecting the implant that best fits your needs, as each implant is decidedly different from the others.
Types of Breast Implants
The two primary types of breast implants include saline implants and silicone implants, both of which have their own unique advantages. Although you will have the ultimate decision about which type of breast implant you decide to get, it’s important to understand that you will likely receive a recommendation from your plastic surgeon about which of the two would most benefit you.
Saline Implants: These are breast implants that are filled with sterile salt water. When they are first inserted, they are entirely empty. It is only when they are in place that they are filled with the salt water. These implants are typically available to be used for any woman who is 18 years of age or older. The shell of the implant is made from a more solid silicone substance.
Silicone Implants: This is a type of breast implant that is constructed with the usage of silicone gel, which is a thick and sticky substance that is designed to feel similar to human fat in order to mimic the feel of standard breasts. These implants are made and filled before inserted into the breast. These implants are generally available for women of 22 years of age or older. This is a type of inert polymer substance that does not cause any type of allergies or adverse reactions, which means that it is safe to use.
No matter which of the two types of breast implants you select, each of them consist of a silicone shell. The surface of this shell can either be textured or smooth. Smooth implants are designed to mimic the movements that occur with a natural breast while textured implants are designed to keep the implant more secure. Both of these implants come with a wide variety of projection amounts, fill volumes, and base widths. A saline implant can also be filled to the exact size that you want it to be.
Types of Facial Implants
There are a wide variety of different facial implants offered at the Plastic Surgery Institute in Miami. The most common facial implants are found in the chin, cheek, and jaw, allowing you to slightly alter the appearance of these areas of your face. While the administration of facial implants is an elective procedure that’s entirely up to you, your plastic surgeon will be able to offer you a recommendation about which implant would suit you well. All facial implant procedures can be performed under either general anesthesia or local anesthesia.
Chin Implants: These implants come in a wide range of different styles that allow for horizontal adjustments, vertical adjustments, or square width adjustments. These implants can be placed within your chin in a couple of different ways, the first of which involves making an incision under your chin with the second involving placement of the incision at your lower lip. Once the implant is inserted into the chin, it is then secured directly to the bone by either small screws or sutures. While this procedure may sound extensive, the provision of chin implants takes 30 minutes to an hour at most.
Cheek Implants: These implants are designed mainly to provide an augmentation to the cheekbone or the area directly underneath the cheekbone. The style of implant that you select can have a substantial effect on how your cheekbone appearance changes once the implants have been placed there. The incisions for these implants occur on the cheek just under the positioning of the upper lip. In the event that you are receiving eyelid surgery at the same time, these implants can be installed through the eyelid. Depending on the exact effect that you are going for, these implants can be placed at the front of your cheekbone or at the back along the tail of the cheekbone. This procedure can take upwards of an hour to perform.
Jaw Implants: These implants are designed to augment a portion of the jaw. The augmentations can be small or substantial. For instance, one type of jaw implant can widen your jaw while another can lengthen the jaw in order to provide you with a jaw that is more defined and stronger. The incisions with this type of implant occur in the mouth just behind the molars. In many instances, the implants will need to be secured directly to the jaw, typically with the usage of small screws. Jaw implants are oftentimes combined with chin implants. The procedure can take anywhere from 1-2 hours to complete depending on how extensive it is.
Types of Buttock Implants
Brazilian Butt Lift: While a standard Brazilian butt lift usually involves the placement of fat from one area of the body within the buttocks, an implant can also be used in order to provide more definition to this area of the body. The implants are made from solid silicone materials, which can be tailored to match your specific preferences in regards to the size, shape, and texture of the implant in question. The placement of the incisions largely depends on how large the implant is, as these incisions can be placed in various areas around the butt. This procedure is one of the more extensive plastic surgery procedures available and can take around 2-3 hours to perform.
For cosmetic and body contouring surgery in Miami, FL, seek the help of Dr. Jason Altman. Dr. Altman is also an expert in revision and reconstructive surgery, helping patients who may not be satisfied with prior results achieve their desired look. You can learn more about him here: https://www.psimiami.com/plastic-surgeons-miami/dr-altman.
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It seems as if this year, I finally realize that tons of women are rushing out to alter their posteriors! It’s almost as if a big, round butt is what’s booming now just as breast implants were all the rage 20 years ago. I recently had a friend do it so it made me curious to look up information about it all.
