The procedure usually takes one to two hours and the patient most often goes home the same day. Incisions are places around the nipple, under the breast or in the armpit. A pocket is made either deep to the pectoralis major muscle or between the muscle and the breast gland tissue. The implant is inserted into the pocket and then inflated with saline. The breasts are then dressed with bandages and a support bra is often used.
All surgery has some risks.
Breast augmentation is relatively straightforward but some risks are present. The most common problem with this procedure is capsular contracture. This occurs because the body tries to wall off the implant. Capsular contracture is treated by scoring of the scar tissue or removal and replacement of the implant. Other complication include asymmetry, scaring, bleeding, infection and loss of nipple sensation.