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Breast Fold Augmentation

Breast fold augmentation is commonly called inframammary breast augmentation. This procedure uses breast implants placed through a surgical incision underneath the breasts. This bottom area of the breast mound is called the inframammary crease or fold. It is in this area that the breast connects to the lower chest wall and it is here that the surgeon will make their entry incision to position the implants inside the patient�s body.

Breast Fold Augmentation Advantages

Inframammary breast augmentation does not have many real advantages over other types of breast enlargement surgery. The procedure has been around for many years and is widely practiced. Finding a surgeon to perform inframammary enlargement should be no problem, no matter where in the world you reside. Some doctors who perform many varieties of breast augmentation might charge less for this procedure, due to its simplistic nature. Other than these few possible good points, inframammary augmentation is really one of the least desirable methods of increasing breast size.

Breast Fold Augmentation Drawbacks

Inframammary breast enlargement definitely has quite a few disadvantages when compared to newer forms of breast augmentation. The most obvious disadvantage is the scar which will most likely be visible under each breast. This scar is especially noticeable in thin women with high positioned implants and tighter skin. Black and dark skinned women might demonstrate particularly obvious scarring and may even develop raised keloids in the inframammary fold. Inframammary augmentation also cuts directly into the breast and might damage the neurological, glandular and vascular tissues inside the mammary glands. There is an increased chance of complications which can result in the reduction or loss of nipple or breast sensitivity, as well as the ability to breastfeed successfully. Finally, some women find this inframammary wound takes a long time to heal and might be painful due to the added weight of their new implants. This is especially true for women who undergo subglandular placement.

The Bottom Line on Breast Fold Augmentation

Inframammary breast enhancement should be avoided by most women, unless extenuating circumstances indicate the procedure or counter indicate better methods of augmentation. There is simply no reason to scar the actual breast to achieve the same results as a procedure which will leave no visible marks at all. A better choice for most women is either TUBA or transaxillary augmentation, since these methods do not damage delicate breast tissue with an incision and do not leave obvious scars. Talk to your doctor about which method of breast enlargement is ideal for your particular situation. Make sure to understand the reasons why that prescribed procedure is best, before agreeing to undergo surgery. A doctor suggesting a particular procedure simply because it is the only one they perform is NOT a good reason to comply with their recommendation�

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Breast Fold Augmentation to Breast Enlargement & Breast Implants
12/9/07 Revised 3/2/08