History of Silicone Breast Implant Regulation (Part 2) –
Most board certified breast surgeons, like Detroit’s Dr. Ali, now prefer silicone breast implants for their patients because of their natural look and feel, and excellent safety record.
In this two part article Troy, MI area breast implant surgeon Dr. Ali discusses the regulations that have affected silicone breast implants over the years – ensuring patient safety.
CLICK HERE for Part 1 of The History of Silicone Breast Implant Regulation
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 1990s
In 1992, the FDA still had concerns that the breast implant manufacturers were not adequately addressing public concerns about certain complications. At that time a higher incidence of implant rupture and silicone leakage was being seen.
So, the FDA removed all silicone breast implants from sale in the US, and required all manufacturers to submit premarket approval applications that contained detailed data on safety and effectiveness.
However, in the meantime, the FDA did allow manufacturers to provide silicone breast implants for reconstruction after mastectomy, correction of congenital deformities, or replacement of existing implants. So, the manufacturers enrolled women who received silicone breast implants for medical (not cosmetic) purposes in performance and safety studies.
Then in 1999, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released a detailed report compiling the results of all of these published and ongoing studies on breast implants, called Safety of Silicone Breast Implants.
This report concluded that there was no evidence that silicone breast implants caused systemic health effects such as cancer or autoimmune disease. And while it did identify rare local complications (which included rupture, pain, capsular contracture, disfigurement, infection, and repeat surgeries) silicone breast implants were now recognized as generally safe.
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 2000s
After years of studies and technological improvements, the FDA approved silicone gel-filled breast implants in November 2006.
As with any surgery, there is always a small number of possible local complications and adverse outcomes. However, the FDA concluded that the benefits and risks of breast implants were sufficiently well understood for women to make informed decisions about their use.
Initially, in 2006, the FDA only approved Mentor’s MemoryGel Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants and Allergan’s∗ Natrelle Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants – followed six years later by Sientra’s Silicone Gel Breast Implants.
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 2010s
Advanced technologies in breast implant look, feel and safety continued to be developed. And in 2013 Mentor’s MemoryShape and Allergan Natrelle 410 Highly Cohesive Breast Implants were approved.
Today these five breast implants remain the only 5 breast implants that are FDA approved for use in the US.
Troy, MI Area’s Top Breast Implant Surgeon
Dr. Ali is a Troy area double board certified Birmingham breast implant surgeon who has performed breast augmentation surgery on thousands of women in the metro Detroit area, including Birmingham, Troy, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield, and across Oakland County. He utilizes the latest techniques and best, state-of-the-art breast implant technologies and procedures – to ensure that your results are as safe as they are beautiful. Doctor Ali will be happy to offer you a consultation to answer all of your questions at his Birmingham office.
Feel beautiful inside and out, with breast implant surgery. And remember, financing options are also available.
Troy, MI Area Breast Implant Surgeon Consultation: 248-335-7200
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Dr. Ali exceeded my expectations!
/in Patient Testimonials /by adminPATIENT TESTIMONIAL: TUMMY TUCK
I did the tummy tuck in 2 phases, liposuction in Jan then the tuck on June 11th. I took 2 weeks off work and have been back to work for the last 2 weeks as a home care nurse. I wouldn’t go to anyone else for any procedure. Dr Ali exceeded my expectations.
His bedside manner is excellent, he is honest, his office is really nice, the staff are great and the procedure is done at a local hospital. The pain isn’t bad day 1 and 2 bc he uses a local in the surgical area. Day 3 was tough but nothing I couldn’t control with pain meds. I did have a drain for 2 weeks even though he usually doesn’t use them. I’m glad I did though to help with the swelling.
I picked this doctor after seeing what he had done for my friend. Not to mention she is an anesthesiologist and won’t go to anyone but him. She is in her 50s with a body of a 25 year old thanks to him. Plus when you talk to him you can tell he is a perfectionist about his work. The first thing he told me is that he doesn’t like when you can look at someone and you can tell they had a tuck from their scar and big bellybutton. My scar is very thin and low and my bellybutton is better than my old one. I’m so happy with my decision. Even when I was running 25 miles a week my stomach wasn’t this flat and toned!
Traci
Tummy Tuck
7/10/18
What Is Breast Implant Tracking?
/in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implant /by adminWhat Is Breast Implant Tracking?
Each breast implant is given a specific serial number, which allows the manufacturer to locate important information regarding when and how the implants you received during your breast implant surgery were manufactured. As one of the leading choices for Oakland County patients undergoing breast implant surgery, Mentor has developed a breast implant tracking program tasked with keeping you updated on all necessary information regarding your mentor breast implants.
Breast Implant Tracking is Required by Law
It is required by federal law that breast implant manufacturers track all of their implants with a serial number. Following your breast implant surgery, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali will report your breast implant serial number(s) to their manufacturer, along with your personal contact information, the date of your surgery, as well as contact information for his place of practice. All of this information will be maintained by the manufacturer in a confidential manner.
On the day of your breast implant surgery, Oakland County patients will be asked to participate in the tracking program set in place by your breast implant manufacturer. This way, the manufacturer will be able to contact your in the event there is any updated information available regarding your breast implants.
Oakland County board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali and his staff will make sure the Device Tracking Form is accurately filled out and returned to your breast implant manufacturer.
Breast Implant Device Identification Cards
Following your breast implant surgery, Oakland County board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali will give you a card containing all pertinent information regarding your breast implants (such as the catalogue and serial number of your breast implants). Bring this card with you to all appointments with other doctors or healthcare providers to help them give your appropriate treatment and proper protection to your breast implants during medical procedures.
In the event your implants are replaced during a subsequent breast implant surgery, patients will be given a new Device Identification Card for their new implants.
Oakland County board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali will keep a copy of your Device Identification Card with your medical records.
Whenever your contact information changes, be sure to inform your breast implant manufacturer of such changes, such as mailing addresses, email addresses, etc. to be sure that you are able to accurately receive any information regarding your breast implants.
Breast Implant Tracking Contact Information
Oakland County breast surgeon Doctor Ali typically uses MemoryShape™ Breast Implants manufactured by Mentor. Their contact information is as follows:
Mentor Worldwide LLC
201 Mentor Drive
Santa Barbara, CA 93111 USA
1 (800) MENTOR8
www.mentorwwllc.com
If Doctor Ali uses a different brand for your breast implant surgery, he will supply you with their contact information.
If your breast implant surgery was performed by another breast surgeon, contact them for breast implant manufacturer’s contact information.
Oakland County Breast Implant Surgeon
If you have questions about your breast implant surgery, or tracking your breast implants, please call our medical office or schedule an appointment consultation with award-winning Oakland County plastic surgeon Dr. Ali.
The vast majority of women who choose to get breast implants say that their breast implants help them feel more self-confident, feel better about their bodies, and/or give them a greater feeling of well-being.
Oakland County board certified plastic surgeon Doctor Ali offers a breast implant consultation to help you learn about your options and and answer any breast implant questions you may have.
Oakland County Breast Implant Consultation: 248-335-7200
Try The Breast Augmentation Simulator
/in Breast Augmentation, Oakland County Plastic Surgery /by adminBreast Augmentation Simulator:
What Would You Look Like with Larger Breasts?
Now you can visualize yourself with a breast augmentation in just seconds – in the privacy of your own home!
“The Visualizer” is a breast augmentation simulator that enables women to visualize the results of breast augmentation surgery. This online tool even lets you adjust the size of the breast implants larger and smaller, until you see the perfect breast augmentation results that are just right for your body and your aesthetic goals.
Who Offers the Breast Augmentation Simulator?
There are only five US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved silicone gel-filled breast implants that can be used in the United States. Of these, Oakland County double board certified plastic surgeon Doctor Ali typically prefers MemoryShape® Breast Implants for their natural shape and feel. These breast implants are offered in a wide variety of sizes and silhouettes to fit every woman’s body shape and appearance goals.
Mentor® MemoryShape® Breast Implants are the most reliable breast implants in the world. They are a highly popular choice for breast augmentation among plastic surgeons. More than 2 million women worldwide have received Mentor® Breast Implants.
For more than 10 years, clinical data has been also collected to support the effectiveness and safety of Mentor® MemoryShape® Breast Implants. And, patients of Detroit Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ali enjoy a Free Lifetime Product Replacement Warranty on their MemoryShape® Breast Implants.
How Does the Breast Augmentation Simulator Work?
Mentor® enables you to see how breast augmentation would look on you with their online “Visualizer”.
It is as simple as uploading a photo of yourself to begin. For best results, use a portrait sized photo of yourself, with the upper portion of the breasts visible in a bra or swimsuit.
CLICK HERE to Try the Mentor Breast Augmentation Visualizer
Of course the Visualizer breast augmentation simulator tool can only give you a general idea. After using the Visualizer tool, schedule a breast augmentation consult with Doctor Ali, so he can answer specific questions about your unique case and give you more information regarding the results you can expect.
Doctor Ali will help you shoose the right size, shape, profile, projection, “lift” and silhouette of breast implant for your body – so that you have the perfect breasts you have always wanted!
Oakland County Breast Augmentation
If you are curious about what breast augmentation can do for you, schedule a consultation with award-winning, top-rated Oakland County plastic surgeon Doctor Ali.
The vast majority of women who choose to get breast augmentation say that their augmented breasts help them feel more self-confident, feel better about their bodies, and give them a greater feeling of well-being.
Oakland County board certified plastic surgeon Doctor Ali offers a breast augmentation consultation to help you learn about your options and decide if breast implants are a good option for you.
Oakland County Breast Augmentation Consultation: 248-335-7200
History of Silicone Breast Implant Regulation (Part 1)
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Most board certified plastic surgeons, like Detroit’s Dr. Ali, now prefer silicone breast implants for their patients because of their natural look and feel, and excellent safety record.
In this two part article Detroit area breast implant surgeon Dr. Ali discusses the regulations that have affected silicone breast implants over the years – ensuring patient safety.
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 1960s
Gel-filled silicone breast implants were introduced to the U.S. in 1962, and in common use by 1964.
This new technology was imperfect at first. In large part this was due to lack of study or regulation on this new technology.
But thanks to advancements in technology, rigorous scientific testing, and intensive regulation by the FDA, silicone breast implants are now very safe.
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 1970s
Before 1976 breast implants were not highly regulated. In 1976 the U.S. Congress passed the Medical Device Amendments to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Under this law, breast implants were considered “Class II” (moderate risk) medical devices – and as such they had to comply with general controls and performance standards.
At that time the FDA reviewed new breast implants through a process called the 510(k) Premarket Notification process, like any other Class II products.
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 1980s
In the early 1980s, the FDA began to identify certain local complications and adverse outcomes of these older silicone breast implants. Some reports even described cancer and connective tissue disease in a small number of women with breast implants.
As concerns arose about the safety of silicone breast implants rose, the FDA reclassified breast implant into “Class III” (higher-risk), which requires premarket approval. Breast implant manufacturers now had to provide data demonstrating the breast implants were safe and effective BEFORE they could be sold.
CLICK HERE for Part 2 of The History of Silicone Breast Implant Regulation
Troy, MI Area’s Top Breast Implant Surgeon
Dr. Ali is a Troy area double board certified breast implant surgeon who has performed breast augmentation surgery on thousands of women in the metro Detroit area, including Birmingham, Troy, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield, and across Oakland County. He utilizes the latest techniques and best, state-of-the-art breast implant technologies and procedures – to ensure that your results are as safe as they are beautiful. Doctor Ali will be happy to offer you a consultation to answer all of your questions at his Birmingham office.
Feel beautiful inside and out, with breast implant surgery. And remember, financing options are also available.
Troy, MI Area Breast Implant Surgeon Consultation: 248-335-7200
History of Silicone Breast Implant Regulation (Part 2)
/in Breast Augmentation, Breast Enlargement, Breast Implant /by adminHistory of Silicone Breast Implant Regulation (Part 2) –
Most board certified breast surgeons, like Detroit’s Dr. Ali, now prefer silicone breast implants for their patients because of their natural look and feel, and excellent safety record.
In this two part article Troy, MI area breast implant surgeon Dr. Ali discusses the regulations that have affected silicone breast implants over the years – ensuring patient safety.
CLICK HERE for Part 1 of The History of Silicone Breast Implant Regulation
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 1990s
In 1992, the FDA still had concerns that the breast implant manufacturers were not adequately addressing public concerns about certain complications. At that time a higher incidence of implant rupture and silicone leakage was being seen.
So, the FDA removed all silicone breast implants from sale in the US, and required all manufacturers to submit premarket approval applications that contained detailed data on safety and effectiveness.
However, in the meantime, the FDA did allow manufacturers to provide silicone breast implants for reconstruction after mastectomy, correction of congenital deformities, or replacement of existing implants. So, the manufacturers enrolled women who received silicone breast implants for medical (not cosmetic) purposes in performance and safety studies.
Then in 1999, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released a detailed report compiling the results of all of these published and ongoing studies on breast implants, called Safety of Silicone Breast Implants.
This report concluded that there was no evidence that silicone breast implants caused systemic health effects such as cancer or autoimmune disease. And while it did identify rare local complications (which included rupture, pain, capsular contracture, disfigurement, infection, and repeat surgeries) silicone breast implants were now recognized as generally safe.
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 2000s
After years of studies and technological improvements, the FDA approved silicone gel-filled breast implants in November 2006.
As with any surgery, there is always a small number of possible local complications and adverse outcomes. However, the FDA concluded that the benefits and risks of breast implants were sufficiently well understood for women to make informed decisions about their use.
Initially, in 2006, the FDA only approved Mentor’s MemoryGel Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants and Allergan’s∗ Natrelle Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants – followed six years later by Sientra’s Silicone Gel Breast Implants.
Silicone Breast Implant Regulation: 2010s
Advanced technologies in breast implant look, feel and safety continued to be developed. And in 2013 Mentor’s MemoryShape and Allergan Natrelle 410 Highly Cohesive Breast Implants were approved.
Today these five breast implants remain the only 5 breast implants that are FDA approved for use in the US.
Troy, MI Area’s Top Breast Implant Surgeon
Dr. Ali is a Troy area double board certified Birmingham breast implant surgeon who has performed breast augmentation surgery on thousands of women in the metro Detroit area, including Birmingham, Troy, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield, and across Oakland County. He utilizes the latest techniques and best, state-of-the-art breast implant technologies and procedures – to ensure that your results are as safe as they are beautiful. Doctor Ali will be happy to offer you a consultation to answer all of your questions at his Birmingham office.
Feel beautiful inside and out, with breast implant surgery. And remember, financing options are also available.
Troy, MI Area Breast Implant Surgeon Consultation: 248-335-7200
Caring for Your Breast Implants (Part 1)
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As with any part of your body, proper care and health monitoring of your breast implants is important to ensure they remain healthy.
Dr. Ali is Detroit area board certified plastic surgeon who has performed breast implant surgery on thousands of women in Birmingham, Troy, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield, and across Southeast Michigan. In this two part article he offers suggestions for the care and protection
Protecting Your Breast Implants
After you have healed from breast implant surgery, normal activity, exercise and sexual intimacy is not only recommended, but encouraged, as part of a healthy lifestyle!
You will want to guard your implants against any kind of intense or repetitious pressure on your breasts. While you should be able to engage in normal physical activities such as sports or exercise, you will need to avoid any kind of situation that could result in any kind of trauma to your breast. Detroit Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ali will gladly advise you of any activites he believes you should avoid following your breast implant surgery.
Following breast implant surgery, make sure to let all healthcare practitioners (doctors, mammogram technicians, massage therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, physical therapists, nursis, etc.) treating you know that you have undergone silicone gel breast implant surgery.
Failure to do so could result in accidental damage or rupturing of your breast implants. All Detroit area patients who undergo breast implant surgery should carry their Device Identification Card with them at all times to show to healthcare practitioners prior to proceeding with treatment.
When to Suspect a Breast Implant Problem
If you experience any of the following symptoms after breast implant surgery, contact Detroit Board Certified Plastic Surgeon immediately:
While damage to breast implants is a rare occurrence, if your breast implant becomes ruptured it will have to be removed. In Part 2 of this article, Detroit area board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali explains how to monitor and detect breast implant rupture.
Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgery
If you have questions about the latest developments in breast implant surgery, please schedule a consultation with award-winning Detroit area plastic surgeon Dr. Ali.
The vast majority of women who choose to get breast implants say that their augmented breast(s) help them feel more self-confident, feel better about their bodies, and/or give them a greater feeling of well-being.
Detroit area board certified plastic surgeon Doctor Ali offers a breast implant consultation to help you learn about your options and decide if breast implants are a good option for you.
Detroit Area Breast Implant Surgery Consultation: 248-335-7200
Caring for Your Breast Implants (Part 2)
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While damage to breast implants is a rare occurrence, if your breast implant becomes ruptured it will have to be removed. In part 2 of this article Oakland County board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ali explains how to monitor and detect breast implant rupture.
Monitoring Your Breast Implants for Rupture
There are numerous factors that can result in your breast implants developing a hole or tear in their shell. For the most part, these holes are referred to by breast implant surgeons as ruptures because they allow for silicone gel from inside the implant to secrete out of the implant.
If one or both of your implants rupture, you may find yourself experiencing a variety of symptoms. Talk to Detroit Board Certified Breast Implant Surgeon if you experience any of the following symptoms, as they may be a result of your implant(s) having ruptured: changes in breast size or shape, tingling, pain, numbness, swelling, hardness of the breast, or if you notice lumps or hard knots surrounding the implant or in the armpit.
It is possible, however, that you may experience an implant rupture without experiencing any symptoms at all. In such cases (what are known as “silent ruptures,”) it can be more difficult to determine if you have experienced a rupture. Talk to Detroit Board Certified Breast Implant Surgeon Dr. Ali if you notice anything that feels out of place about your breast implants.
Detroit Board Certified Breast Implant Surgeon Dr. Ali will most likely prescribe an MRI examination to determine if a silent rupture has occurred. As MRI’s are the best identifier of silent ruptures, it is strongly recommended that you arrange for an MRI with your breast implant surgeon in the third year following your surgery, then once more every two years for as long as you have your breast implants.
It is the opinion of Detroit Board Certified Breast Implant Surgeon that patients with both saline filled and silicone gel-filled breast implants should arrange for routine mammography for breast cancer screening, based on age and risk factors.
What to do if you Suspect Breast Implant Rupture
If you believe that the silicone gel has moved out of your breast implant or that your implant has ruptured, call Detroit Board Certified Breast Implant Surgeon Dr. Ali right away to schedule an exam. The best way to diagnose a rupture is through an MRI.
If Detroit Board Certified Breast Implant Surgeon Dr. Ali confirms that your implant has leaked or ruptured, he will consult you on all of your options, which may involve the removal and replacement of your breast implant, depending on your medical needs.
Detroit Area’s Top Breast Implant Surgeon
If you have questions about the latest developments in breast implant surgery, please schedule a consultation with award-winning Detroit area plastic surgeon Dr. Ali.
The vast majority of women who choose to get breast implants say that their augmented breast(s) help them feel more self-confident, feel better about their bodies, and/or give them a greater feeling of well-being.
Detroit area board certified plastic surgeon Doctor Ali offers a breast implant consultation to help you learn about your options and decide if breast implants are a good option for you.
Detroit Area Breast Implant Consultation: 248-335-7200
Amazing, amazing surgeon!
/in Patient Testimonials /by adminPATIENT TESTIMONIAL: RHINOPLASTY
Amazing, amazing surgeon. Can’t say enough good things about him. My nose wasn’t horrible to begin with but I had big tip, no refinement to tip, and asymmetry. He addressed each problem area with the utmost clarity. He will do his very best work for you! Very patient and understanding surgeon. You won’t go wrong picking Dr. Ali!! I also had liposuction of inner and outer thighs plus flanks. I am already skinny girl but problems areas for me. I am only 5 days out so I am still swollen but minimal bruising and very small puncture holes. I can already tell I will love results in couple weeks. So swelling is still pretty significant but I know it will go down a lot more. Already love it, my nose is now symmetric and doesn’t veer of to the side anymore.
Tiffany
Rhinoplasty
6/13/18
PATIENT TESTIMONIAL: RHINOPLASTY
5 stars is nothing compared to what Dr. Ali deserves! 100 stars if I could! It’s very hard to find a doctor these days that actually wants to listen to what you want and address all of your concerns. He makes you feel very safe and comfortable. I had a rhinoplasty and I am extremely happy I had chosen him. The staff is wonderful. Debbie, Kim and Jeannie are the sweetest women I’ve met! Honestly I would highly recommend this doctor!
Selma
Rhinoplasty
12/3/17
General Anesthetic in Breast Augmentation Surgery (Pt 1)
/in Breast Augmentation, Plastic Surgery /by adminWhat to Expect with General Anesthetic in Breast Augmentation Surgery
Once you’ve booked your breast augmentation surgery procedure, you’ll probably feel both excited and a little bit nervous! After all, the body you’ve always dreamed of is on its way!
One area some patients are sometimers apprehensive about is the idea of “going under” with general anesthesia. In fact, recent studies report that nearly one in three people worry about the anesthesia more than the surgical procedure itself. Approximately 55% of those undergoing surgery are concerned about general anesthesia.
In this article, double board certified plastic surgeon Doctor Ali explains general anesthesia – to help you understand the process and reduce your concerns.
General Anesthesia is Very Safe During Breast Augmentation Surgery
Thanks to modern pharmaceuticals, and the the latest technologies in anesthetic administration, the risk of general anesthetic complications has decreased more than 90% in the last 50 years.
Complications with anesthesia dropped more than half from 2010-2013. And mortality rates from anesthesia remain inceredibly low, at only 0.03% of all surgeries. And it is important to remember that these numbers all take into account people who were in poor health to begin with, as well as those who’d had surgeries done in emergency situations.
“If you’re approved for cosmetic surgery,” notes Detroit area plastic surgeon Dr. Ali, “chances are you’re in good health already. This greatly improves your chances of a favorable outcome with general anesthetic.”
How to Prepare for General Anesthesia in Breast Augmentation Surgery
Properly preparing for your breast augmentation surgery –and general anesthesia—helps to avoid unnecessary complications.
Be sure to tell your doctor all medications you’re taking, including herbal supplements or remedies. Many of these can interact with anesthesia medications, so it’s crucial that you’re thorough and completely honest with your doctor. You also need to fully disclose any medical conditions or procedures you may now have. or have had in the past.
If you take any ongoing medications, including blood thinners and those for diabetes or blood pressure, Dr. Ali will discuss any changes you may need to make the day of the surgery, as well as in the weeks before.
You will be given specific pre-surgery instructions, which you should follow carefully. Generaly you will be instructed to fast for six hours or more before the surgery to make sure the anesthesia has the desired effect.
Finally, be sure to arrange a ride home for yourself. You will need someone to drive you back after your surgery, so this should be figured out beforehand.
Click Here for Part Two of General Anesthetic in Breast Augmentation Surgery
Detroit Area Breast Augmentation Surgery
If you still have questions about what general anesthesia during Breast Augmentation Surgery entails, please talk about it during your consultation with award-winning Detroit area plastic surgeon Dr. Ali. He has safely performed Breast Augmentation Surgery on hundreds of patients using General Anesthetic, and it is his goal to ensure that you are 100% comfortable and worry-free.
Detroit Area Breast Augmentation Consultation: 248-335-7200
General Anesthetic in Breast Augmentation Surgery (Pt 2)
/in Breast Augmentation, Breast Implant /by adminWhat to Expect with General Anesthesia in Breast Augmentation Surgery (Pt 2)
In this two part article, double board certified Breast Augmentation surgeon Doctor Ali explains general anesthesia – to help you understand the anesthesia process and reduce your concerns.
Click Here for Part One of General Anesthetic in Breast Augmentation Surgery
Board certified Breast Augmentation Surgeon Doctor Ali will decide which type of anesthesia is right for you, based on your current and past health, relevant test results, and the type of Breast Augmentation surgery being performed. He will discuss all of this with you during your consultation. It is our goal to answer every one of our patients’ questions to ensure that all of our patients are well-informed and worry-free on the day of their Breast Augmentation surgery.
The Day of Breast Augmentation Surgery
You will meet your anesthesiologist on the day of your Breast Augmentation surgery. He or she will constantly monitor your vital signs (heart rate, breathing, blood pressure) before, during, and after the surgery – and will also continuously adjust the levels of anesthesia you’re given. If there are any issues related to anesthetic during the Breast Augmentation surgery, they will correct them by giving additional fluids or medications.
Your anesthesia medications may be given intravenously (IV) or inhaled through a mask or both.
You will be free of pain, consciousness, movement, and memory during the time you’re under general anesthesia. Many people describe their experience as a “time warp,” where they aren’t sure how much time has passed when they wake up after surgery.
How quickly you wake up afterward depends on multiple factors: the type of anesthetics and other medications used, how you responded to them, and what amounts were given.
After your Breast Augmentation surgery, you will go to a recovery room where you’ll continue to be monitored. Your vital signs and bandages will be checked, and you’ll be asked how you’re feeling. If you experience any pain, be sure to tell your medical team so they can help you.
Side Effects of General Anesthesia After Breast Augmentation Surgery
There may be some side effects of anesthesia. These are temporary, but can last for several hours after surgery.
Some common effects of General Anesthesia after Breast Augmentation Surgery are:
Depending on what type of procedure(s) you had done, you will either be able to go home the same day or will stay in a hospital to continue your recovery. If you need to stay, Doctor Ali and your nurse will visit you to see how you’re doing and whether you have any more questions.
Detroit Area Breast Augmentation Surgeon
If you still have questions about what general anesthesia during Breast Augmentation Surgery entails, please talk about it during your consultation with award-winning Detroit area plastic surgeon Dr. Ali. He has safely performed Breast Augmentation Surgery on hundreds of patients using General Anesthetic, and it is his goal to ensure that you are 100% comfortable and worry-free.
Consultation with Top Detroit Area Breast Augmentation Surgeon: 248-335-7200