1. Swelling and Infection
Infection is one of the most significant concerns in the days following breast implant surgery. Signs of infection may include redness around the site of incision, swelling, an area that's hot to the touch and tenderness. Generally, plastic surgeons treat resulting infections with antibiotics. If antibiotics aren't successful, then the doctor may opt to surgically remove the implants. Breast implant surgery may result in itching, swelling and pain.
2. Breast-feeding Problems
Women who have breast implants occasionally experience difficulty breast-feeding. The problem happens when the nerves surrounding the areola are damaged during surgery. These nerves play an integral role in the breastfeeding process. If these nerves aren't intact, then the brain never receives the message telling it to release hormones, such as oxytocin and prolactin. Both hormones play a role in breast milk production. Another concern is that surgery may damage the milk duct system. If this happens, then a woman is less likely to successfully breast feed.
3. Fluctuations in Breast Sensitivity
A woman who has breast implant surgery runs the risk of experiencing changes in breast sensation. Some women experience increased sensitivity, while others experience a loss of sensitivity. This change in sensation results from damage to the nerves in the breast and nipple. Prior to surgery, your doctor may assess your current level of sensitivity. This baseline allows the doctor to recognize changes in sensitivity after surgery. Changes in sensation may last a few days or a few months. In rare cases, changes in sensation are permanent.
4. Leaking and Rupture
Both saline and silicone breast implants can leak or even rupture. The chances of leaking and rupture increase as the implant ages. Occasionally, an implant ruptures after the breast is physically traumatized or compressed. Mammography compresses breasts and increases the risk of rupture; therefore, the technician should use extra caution while performing the mammogram. Unfortunately, this may affect the quality of the mammogram.
5. Cosmetic Changes in the Breast
Most women opt for breast augmentation to enhance the visual appearance of their breasts. Unfortunately, in some instances, the results can disappoint. Some patients note wrinkling, scars and asymmetrical appearances. In other cases, the implant sits too low in the breast, causing a condition known as "bottoming out." If this happens, the nipple may point upwards and look awkward. Sometimes, symmastia occurs, and the breasts appear too close to one another. Lastly, a condition known as capsular contraction may occur. At its worst, capsular contraction may cause to breasts to look distorted and feel hard and painful.
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