For the past seven years, breast augmentation has
dominated the charts as the number one cosmetic procedure since 2006
and has averaged around 300,000 patients each year. How does the procedure
continue to be this popular each and every year?
Reason #1 Breast Augmentation Satisfaction Ratings Are
Through the Roof
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recently published
a study in which 98% of women surveyed had said that their augmentation
results met or exceeded their expectations. Another 90% of the women surveyed
also reported an increase in their self-esteem. This trend has been consistent
with other surveys as breast augmentation continues to achieve high
patient reviews. The procedure has even been linked to other benefits including
an improved sex life. All of these positive results and reviews continue to
spark new interest in other women.
Reason #2 The Procedure Does Not Take Long or Require a
Lengthy Recovery
A breast augmentation usually takes just a couple
hours and does not require an overnight stay at the hospital. There is little
interference with daily life and depending on their occupation, most women
return to work after just a few days spent recovering.
Reason #3 The Implants Have Been FDA Approved For Safety
Both saline and silicone gel implants have been approved by
the FDA for breast augmentation after extensive studies on each. Because saline
implants are filled with a sterile saltwater solution, they are safe in case an
implant ruptures. The new silicone gel implants have been created to
not leak into the body if there is a rupture. Neither silicone nor saline
implants have been tied to any major disease or breast cancer.
Reason #4 Breast Augmentation Results Last Long
Though implants are not intended to be lifelong, the results
last for decades. There is typically no need to replace or adjust the implants
at regular intervals and the implants have proven extremely durable.
Reason #5 A Woman Can Achieve the Results She Desires
With the wide variety of implants available, and now the
addition of the new MemoryShape silicone gel implants, women are better able to
achieve the personalized results that she desires. There are currently seven
implants and three manufacturers that have been approved for use in the United
States. Each implant then breaks down into several different sizes, shapes, and
profiles. The diverse group of implants allows women to better customize the
look that they want.
