Questions about potential concerns with anesthesia during breast augmentation surgery?
Dr. Rajat Gupta, a renowned plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic breast surgeries, offers breast augmentation procedures at his esteemed clinic, RG Aesthetics. His exceptional skill and expertise, combined with world-class infrastructure, assure precision in every surgery.
Breast augmentation, also known as mammoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to enhance a woman's breast size and volume. At RG Aesthetics, this outpatient procedure is performed in a proper facility by a board-certified, qualified plastic surgeon.
The surgery implements breast implants or fat grafts to augment the breasts. The anaesthesia used plays a crucial role in ensuring a smooth and speedy recovery. The main types of anesthesia used in breast augmentation surgery are general anesthesia, local anesthesia (sometimes combined with hypnosis), and intravenous sedation.
General anesthesia is the most common choice, especially when implants are placed behind the chest muscle (submuscular placement), as it induces sleep and relaxation, allowing the surgeon to perform the procedure without patient awareness or pain. Local anesthesia can be used when implants are placed in front of the muscle (subglandular placement), often combined with hypnosis or regional nerve blocks like the PECS block to reduce postoperative pain. Intravenous sedation may also be offered to keep the patient comfortable and pain-free without full general anesthesia, often combined with local anesthesia for less invasive placements.
Anesthetic complications in healthy patients are extremely rare, with the risk of anesthesia-related incidents estimated as less than one in 5 million. The highest risk after surgery is bleeding causing hematoma, which may require urgent surgical intervention. The choice of anesthesia depends on implant placement, patient health, and surgeon/anesthesiologist assessment.
At RG Aesthetics, concerns about any risks, including anaesthesia, can be alleviated. The incision in breast augmentation surgery is closed with absorbable sutures or surgical tape. Adherence to post-operative guidelines is crucial for a smooth recovery. Advanced techniques like MicroAire and VASER in fat graft augmentation and specific incision and implant placement by a board-certified expert can enhance recovery.
To book an appointment with Dr. Gupta, contact 91-9251711711 or email contact@our website. With 15 years of experience in aesthetic surgeries, Dr. Gupta has proven himself to be a reliable and skilled surgeon, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of his patients.
References:
[1] American Society of Plastic Surgeons. (2020). Breast Augmentation. Retrieved from https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/breast-augmentation/safety
[2] American Society of Anesthesiologists. (2020). Anesthesia and Breast Augmentation. Retrieved from https://www.asahq.org/whensecondscount/patientsafety/patient-education/anesthesia-and-breast-augmentation
[3] Mayo Clinic. (2020). Breast Augmentation. Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/breast-augmentation/about/pac-20394758
- At RG Aesthetics, breast augmentation, a cosmetic surgery procedure used to increase breast size, is performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon in a proper facility.
- The surgery can involve breast implants or fat grafts, and different types of anesthesia are used, such as general anesthesia, local anesthesia, and intravenous sedation.
- General anesthesia is often chosen for implants placed behind the chest muscle, as it induces sleep and relaxation, while local anesthesia can be used for implants in front of the muscle, sometimes combined with hypnosis or regional nerve blocks.
- Besides anesthesia-related risks, which are extremely rare, the highest risk after surgery is bleeding causing hematoma, which may require urgent surgical intervention.
- Patients can consult Dr. Gupta at RG Aesthetics for Breast Cancer and health-and-wellness concerns, as he has 15 years of experience in aesthetic surgeries, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of his patients.
