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Encyclopedia: Breast Implant

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A breast implant is a prosthesis used to enlarge the size of a woman's breasts for cosmetic reasons; to reconstruct the breast , or as an aspect of male-to-female sex reassignment surgery. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, breast augmentation is the most commonly performed cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States. In 2006, 329,000 breast augmentation procedures were performed in the U.S. There are two primary types...


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Breast Augmentation?
I live in the Sacramento area and is thinking about getting breast augmentation. I would...

There is a way to get bigger breasts without surgery, pills or creams. I have followed the plan & I am a cup bigger in weeks. I love how my breasts...

Asked by leahv - 14 months ago

How long after breast augmentation/implants can I go back to work?
I am getting a breast augmentation and am currently pre-consultation. I am a bartender who...

your doctor should tell you when you can start physical activity again. personal guess though, probably 4-6 weeks

Asked by pek2383 - 10 months ago

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  • Referral for a Breast Augmentation Surgeon - 2 replies

    A friend of mine from China wants to do a Breast Augmentation in the USA. I have told her numerous augmentation she should get it, JMHO - if she goes to someone reputable and doesn't...

    Jun 07, 2008

  • Breast Augmentation in Tampa Florida or close by - 12 replies

    I was wondering if any of you had a breast augmentation in Tampa, Florida or close by? I am looking augmentation!! Also I would like to know if you went with saline or silicon and why!! Thank you so so much!!!

    Aug 01, 2008

  • BREAST AUGMENTATION AFTER EFFECTS - 5 replies

    I had a breast augmentation like 6 months ago. one of my boobs is numb still. i still cant feel I had breast augmentation 15 years ago and my left breast is still numb...

    Aug 13, 2008

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    How much water retention is expected after a breast augmentation. I gained 7lb. Is that Normal?

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    DO YOU KNOW OF ANY ONE THAT WILL DO PRO BONO BREAST AUGMENTATIONS?

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    i got breast augmentation done on friday past and i was wondering is it normal for my breasts to be numb, burning and fee...

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    http://www.psspecialists.com/ We find that breast reduction patients are extremely gratified as they not only get a cosmetic improvement but eliminate problems such as back and neck pain, cutting from brassiere straps, rashes, etc.


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