BREAST SURGERY... a personal choice


Throughout the ages, the female breast has aroused great a deal of interest. This should not come as a surprise, since a woman's breast has always been a symbol of femininity, maternity and sexuality. Those who used to hide themselves under lacy fineries are now showing themselves whether in the world of fashion, on the beach or in the media.

Becoming more and more critical, we dare speak candidly about our perceptions of a perfect breast and anatomical shortcomings. It is not easy for a woman to cope with unloved breasts.

Unattractive breasts can destroy a woman's self-fulfilment and identity. Whether your breasts are too small, too large, have fallen or are malformed, it is reassuring to know that aesthetic surgery can help.

DIFFERENT SURGICAL PROCEDURES …

Larger ... Breast enlargement

Higher (Mastopexy or breast lift)

Smaller ... Breast reduction

Inverted nipple

 A LESSON IN ANATOMY…


The breast is composed of fat tissue, mammary glands (breast tissue) and fibrous connective tissue. Its volume and shape depend on several factors such as the amount of each different type of tissue, the genetic heritage, age, elasticity of the skin and previous pregnancies.




Types of abnormality Classification of breast volume Possible surgical correction according to volume and/or type of abnormality
Agenesis Complete absence of breast tissue Flap reconstruction or implant
Hypoplasy Breast too small or Breast augmentation under developed – Insufficient breast tissue – may be linked to ptosis (pendulous breast) Breast augmentation
Atrophy Shrinking of breast after weight loss or one or more pregnancies; may be associated with ptosis Breast augmentation and/or breast lift (mastopexy)
Ptosis Nipple below inframammary fold Breast lift (mastopexy)
Asymmetry Difference in shape and and in volume make breasts look unsightly Breast reduction and/or mastopexy and/or augmentation
Hypertrophy Breast too large and heavy - often associated with ptosis Breast reduction


EVALUATION …


The examination of your anatomy consists in evaluating the different factors that will influence Dr. Bernier's choice among the various techniques and surgical procedures available.

• Amount of glandular tissue and fat tissue • Genetic heritage
• Pregnancies • Position of breasts in relation to chest and arms
• Symmetry in volume of breast and size of areola • Position of breasts in relation to chest and arms
• Size, weight and body structure of patient • Ethnic group
• Strength of pectoral muscles • Amount of skin
• Choice and taste of the patient  


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