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Women coast to coast are choosing breast augmentation surgery to enhance their self-confidence and improve the appearance of breasts that show signs of aging or changes after child bearing. Breast augmentation is one of the most common procedures in cosmetic plastic surgery. In 2005 there were 364,610 breast augmentation procedures—a 9 percent increase from 2004, reports the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The procedure Breast augmentation is performed by one of our qualified plastic surgeons, who will insert a breast implant behind your breast tissue or above your breast muscle. Implants come in a variety of shapes and sizes in both saline and silicone. They can be placed in different positions through a variety of incision locations. Together, you and your surgeon will decide on the type of implant, the incision location and implant placement. Approved implants In November 2006, the Food and Drug Administration approved silicone gel breast implants for the first time, but only for women who are age 22 and older. Due to serious concerns about safety, the FDA is requiring implant makers to study 80,000 women with breast implants for 10 years. It is important to keep in mind that the FDA has only approved silicone gel breast implants and saline breast implants made by two manufacturers, named (also called McGhan or Allegan) and Mentor. A work of art Breast augmentation surgery is a cosmetic medical procedure that requires advanced surgical skill. The goal is to leave your breasts looking as natural as possible, while enlarging them to your chosen size. Breast augmentation is often performed in an office surgical suite or an outpatient surgical center, using local anesthesia or in a hospital under general anesthesia. Surgery time is typically one to three hours. Post-operative procedures Since your breast tissue is stretched and separated, and because implants are inserted through incisions, your breasts will be bruised and swollen after surgery. You can expect to wear a surgical bra for several days. There may be some moderate pain and discomfort—but this can be treated by a prescription pain killers. You may also be advised to wear an athletic or support bra until the swelling has gone down. After healing, some permanent scarring will remain. Scars are typically small and inconspicuous. Your surgeon's goal will be to make them as unnoticeable as possible. The end result will be worth the small scars that accompany the procedure. You can read also about simvastatin 20 mg