CosBeauty Magazine #82

BREAST
AUGMENTATION
FEATURE
Breast augmentation is one of the most
popular cosmetic procedures across the
globe and uses implants to add volume
to the breast and enhance the body’s
contours. Dr Hogan mainly works
with patients who are looking for an
enhancement to their breast size due to
underdevelopment. There is no ‘best’
breast implant type, size, shape, texture,
location placement and incision site;
and a thorough consultation is essential
in tailoring the procedure to suit
each patient’s natural body shape and
expectations going into surgery.
‘Much has been written about the
different shapes and styles of implants
available, and the reason there are so
many options to choose from is because
breast augmentation is not a one-sizefits-all
issue,’ she explains.
She adds there are further choices to
be made in terms of the surface of the
implant, for example whether to use a
smooth or textured finish. Each has its
own advantages and disadvantages and
should be addressed in detail during
consultation with the doctor.
Dr Hogan brings a woman’s
perspective to breast augmentation and
this is particularly helpful with younger
patients presenting for the first time.
BREAST LIFT
Women who have breastfed or
experienced extreme weight loss can
experience breast droop. Sagging of
the breasts is a natural part of the
female ageing process. If it causes
concern, mastopexy – commonly
known as a breast lift – restores
height, volume and shape to the
breast. Implants may also be used
in conjunction with this procedure
to achieve the desired result. The
lifted breasts will have a more pert,
youthful appearance.
Dr Flynn says there are various
methods for achieving this, but
patients do need to be aware that
mastopexy involves a different
pattern of approach from breast
implant surgery. ‘Typically this type
of surgery involves an incision around
the nipple, and in some cases there
may also be a vertical scar from the
nipple to the inframammary fold (the
breast crease),’ he says.
A breast lift, whether alone
or combined with augmentation
or reduction, is a popular option
and encompasses a total rejuvenation
of breast tissue. The size and shape
of the breasts are adjusted, excess
skin is removed and the tissue is
remodelled.
‘Certainly, restoring volume using
breast implants is a key measure;
however there are times when lifting
and tightening of the breast tissue is
of equal importance and sometimes
I perform a combination of these
procedures,’ Dr Flynn explains.