Breast Augmentation
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Silicone breast implant controversy
CBS News
News segment discusses the FDA decision to lift a ban on silicone breast implants. Brief look at new samples and regulations.
Health concerns before surgery
American Society of Cosmetic Breast Surgery
What are barriers to breast augmentation? Description of some physical as well as mental and financial contraindications to breast augmentation.
Interesting look at the controversial history of silicone gel-filled breast implants for breast augmentation surgery.
Nursing after breast augmentation
Breast Implant Info
Will breast augmentation affect breastfeeding? Review study findings about the effects of breast surgery on breastfeeding.
Breast implants and suicide risk
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Examine some of the most common complications and reoperations associated with saline and silicone breast implants.
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Determining breast implant size
Just Breast Implants
Great advice on choosing the appropriate breast implant size for your breast augmentation procedure.
Considerations for breast augmentation
Health Canada
Short checklist provides insight into many issues and concerns a woman should consider before having a breast augmentation.
Finding a good physician
Mentor
Need help locating a board certified plastic surgeon? Helpful tool to locate a plastic surgeon with questions to discuss with your provider about breast augmentation.
Weighing the cost
Consumer Guide to Plastic Surgery
Learn about the average price for breast augmentation as well as factors that influence how much the surgery will cost.
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All about breast augmentation
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Brief overview of breast augmentation, including information on implants, risks, and surgery planning, preparation, and procedures.
From an initial evaluation to the recovery process, get answers to some common questions about breast augmentation.
Anatomy of breast augmentation procedure
Medline Plus
Check out vivid images that depict incisions and breast implant positioning for breast augmentation.
Distinguishing between saline and silicone
Mayo Clinic
What type of breast implant should you choose for your breast augmentation? An expert evaluates saline-filled and silicone gel-filled breast implants.
Recovery process after surgery
Breast Implants 4 You
Obtain information on a number of factors to consider during the recovery process following breast augmentation.
See the procedure
Breast Augmentation Virginia
Take a look at a graphic documentation of an actual breast augmentation surgery. A incision under the breast is performed.
