The motivations for getting a breast augmentation can vary, but it is important to discuss your intentions and goals you wish to achieve through breast augmentation. Women who are unrealistic about the outcome of a breast augmentation procedure will generally not be happy with the results of a breast augmentation. A breast augmentation candidate should understand that the surgical procedure can improve appearance, as well as confidence, but the surgery is not a means of reaching perfection. A knowledgeable board certified surgeon will be able to identify if the breast augmentation candidate can benefit from the surgical enhancement after an initial consultation.
The breast augmentation surgeon will perform a complete examination on the candidate’s breasts and will sometimes take photographs for the medical record. While the surgeon is considering the current size and shape, quality of skin, and placement of the nipple and areolas of the candidate’s breasts, it can be determined if the desired breast size and appearance the individual wishes to achieve is attainable through a breast augmentation. The more specific the candidate is with the surgeon the more likely the individual will have results that meet their satisfaction.
Complete medical history will be reviewed and discussed because the risks involved with breast augmentation can be significantly higher and cause an increased chance of complication due to certain individual factors. Individuals with a higher risk for breast cancer especially are recommended taking mammograms prior to breast augmentation, as well as provide the results of any past mammograms. This information is extremely important to provide due to the increased difficulty in taking and reading mammograms after a breast augmentation.