Advanced Medi Travel FAQ Surgery
- What is breast augmentation?
- How do I know what size to go?
- How do I get my questions answered?
- Where should my implants be?
- How long will my implants last?
- Can I still have mammogram's after breast surgery?
- What implant has a longer life span?
- Will I have scars as a result of my breast surgery?
- Will breast augmentation help me to achieve a cleavage?
- When can I go back to work?
- Can I swim or sun bake after surgery?
- How long will my implants last?
- My breasts are not asymmetrical,. Will breast augmentation help fix this?
- Will breast implants affect my ability to breast-feed?
- Can I still have mammogram's after breast surgery?
- What Is Capsular Contraction?
- How common is Capsular Contraction?
- What is Keliod Scarring?
- Why are surgeons avoiding tear drop implants?
- What implant has a longer life span?
- About scars how can I reduce them?
- Can I Have Surgery Other Than In Bangkok?
- Do I Need To Stay In Thailand After Surgery?
- What happens if something goes wrong when I return home?
- When should I stop wearing contact lenses prior to surgery?
Q: What is breast augmentation?
A: Breast Augmentation – most commonly referred to as breast enlargement – is the process by which an implant is placed behind the breast tissue to increase the volume or to enhance the shape of your breasts.
Q: How do I know what size to go?
A: We suggest that you visit a personalized lingerie department and obtain the assistance of the shop keeper, to provide you different size bras and pad them, placing a nice tight T shirt over the top of the bra, receiving a front and side profile in the mirror, until you have confirmed the size you would like to achieve. Purchase a cheap bra of the new desired size and take this with you at the time of consultation, to avoid any disappointment of size after surgery.
Q: How do I get my questions answered?
A: Due to the limited time received on consultation, we request prior to your consultation to write a list of all questions that may concern you to ensure that you are completely at ease prior to your procedure.
Q: Where should my implants be?
A: Due to the limited time received on consultation, we request prior to your consultation to write a list of all questions that may concern you to ensure that you are completely at ease prior to your procedure.
Q: How long will my implants last?
A: I remember saying prior to my procedure, I want my implant under the muscle, inserted under the arm and saline. On consultation he said, what would you like?, what is the result you would like to achieve? he examined me, then I received a 300CC implant over the muscle, silicone gel and inserted under the breast. I am very happy with my result. The theory is that until consultation you will not know what will work best for you, so I suggest that you make your decision based on the expertise of the information provided by your surgeon, at the time of consultation, as we are all so very different.
Q: Can I still have mammogram's after breast surgery?
A: Yes. You should continue to have regular mammogram's as suggested by your doctor. We recommend you go to a specialist breast-screening clinic where special techniques can be used to view your breasts.
Q: What Implant has a longer Life Span: A: It has become evident that although textured implants assist in the short term of assisting to eliminate capsular contraction, it would appear that smooth implants have a longer life span
Q: Will I have scars as a result of my breast surgery?
A: Generally stitches are placed under the breast where the skin is cut for the implants to be inserted. Over time, any initial scarring should fade to a thin white line and the stitches dissolve gradually.
Q: Will breast augmentation help me to achieve a cleavage?
A: It may not always be possible for you to achieve a cleavage, their are many contributing factors including whether the implants are placed under or over the muscle. The surgeon will be able to advise you by assessing your breasts at the time of consultation, your chances of achieving a natural looking cleavage.
Q: When can I go back to work?
A: Depending on what type of work you do, you can go back to work as early as 7 days after surgery. If you have a more physical job, you should wait at least 14 days or until you feel comfortable before returning to work.
Q: Can I swim or sun bake after surgery?
A: Depending on the procedure you have received swimming is generally not permitted for up to 3 weeks after surgery and sun exposure is also not permitted on the effected area's. We suggest you use sun block and remain under a shelter or umbrella when out doors.
Q: How long will my implants last?
A: Breast implants have a lifetime replacement guarantee. How your body responds to the implants and what type of implant you choose (i.e.: saline or silicone cohesive gel) will affect the durability of your implants. When you commit to breast surgery, you do so with the understanding that you may, at some stage require further surgery to replace or remove the original implants.
Q: My breasts are not asymmetrical,. Will breast augmentation help fix this?
A: Breast augmentation may be successful in correcting a noticeable difference between the sizes of your breasts. Some women also have concerns with uneven nipples or areolas or imbalanced positioning or shape of the breasts. Breast augmentation will not be able to correct any of these complaints and the asymmetry will remain obvious.
Q: Will breast implants affect my ability to breast-feed?
A: Having breast implants won’t affect your ability to breast-feed because the implant is placed behind the breast tissue.
Q: Can I still have mammogram's after breast surgery?
A: Yes. You should continue to have regular mammogram's as suggested by your doctor. We recommend you go to a specialist breast-screening clinic where special techniques can be used to view your breasts.
Q: What is Capsular Contraction?
A: When breast implants (or any foreign object, including, but not limited to: pacemakers, artificial joints, etc.) are placed into the body, the body forms a lining around it. This lining, or capsule, is formed by your own living tissue. Many people refer to this lining as the"capsule", although it is not exactly the same as scar tissue.
Q: How common is Capsular Contraction? A: The chances of capsular contraction decreases if the implant is placed in the sub pectoral pocket and increases in the sub glandular pocket. 15% of all persons having breast augmentation will suffer capsular contraction.
Q: What is Keloid Scarring:
A: Keloid scarring is a thickening, hyper pigmentation, puckering and keloid formation of the skin, which occurs in a small percentage of patients. The scar location is at best a very good estimate. It is impossible to site this perfectly at the time of surgery, and has no reflection on the surgeon and his/her credentials, but is a skin condition suffered by the patient. Silicone Gel or scar fade gel may assist to fade the scar.
Q: Why are more surgeons avoiding teardrop implants:
A: Close your eyes and imagine the shape of a tear drop, where is the weight. All breasts droop with gravity naturally and then we place weight in the bottom of our breasts to speed up this process. What are you thinking? The main reason that surgeons however are avoiding teardrop implants is because these implants have proven to twist and turn in the breast cavity increasing future complications.
Q: What Implant has a longer Life Span:
A: It has become evident that although textured implants assist in the short term of assisting to eliminate capsular contraction, it would appear that smooth implants have a longer life span
Q: About scars how can I reduce them?
A: Scar Fade Gel for Scars helps scars appear softer and smoother. Scar Fade for Scars is a topical gel formulated to help scars appear softer, smoother and less visible. Scar Fade hydrates the scar tissue and promotes the normal skin healing process. Scar Fade can be used in scars that result from surgery, accidents, burns or acne as well as stretch marks. Scar Fade can be used in both new and old scars. This product is available from Advanced Medi -Travel
Q: Can I Have Surgery Other Than In Bangkok?
A: Yes, We Offer Options In Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Singapore, Philippines, Argentina and India. Prices And Procedures fluctuate depending on the facility requested. We are not encouraging Malaysia at this time.
Q: Do I Need To Stay In Thailand After Surgery?
A: Yes, definitely. This has been our greatest concern when travel agents or providers of medical tourism entice surgery with a vacation, laying on the beach, jet setting around. We encourage our clients to remain near their surgeon and hospital 5 to 7 days following surgery, or after the post op consultation, ensuring the surgeon has provided clearance for you to travel. Once again we cannot enforce strongly enough that you are having surgery, you may enjoy your holiday in your chosen destination of surgery.
Q: What happens if something goes wrong when I return home?
A: Unfortunately with surgery, there are no guarantee's with your desire outcome, however reputable hospitals with integrity have procedures in place with their representatives, where committee's are held and the procedure discussed and usually resolved.
Q: When should I stop wearing contact lenses prior to surgery?
A: It is important not to wear contact lenses two weeks prior to lasik surgery, to ensure you are not rejected for the procedure.
