breast prosthesis surgery; Examining the types, cares and complications

If you have small or saggy breasts and this has caused your self-confidence to decrease, don't worry at all; With breast prosthesis surgery, it is possible to have beautiful breasts. A breast prosthesis is an artificial breast shape that replaces all or part of the breast. This method is suitable for increasing breast size, breast reconstruction for people who have lost part of their breast due to cancer, etc. If there are questions before the operation such as is this prosthesis temporary? What are the complications of breast prosthesis? It has occupied your mind, stay with us until the end of this article. **Breast prosthesis and important points you should know about it** For various reasons, such as small breasts, breast sagging, loss of part or all of the breast, etc., a woman may apply for breast prosthesis surgery. Most breast implants are made of soft silicone gel enclosed in a thin layer. These prostheses are made to resemble the natural shape or part of the breast. They also have a soft and smooth outer surface that resembles a nipple. Most people who have had their breasts operated for cancer and have not had them reconstructed use this type of prosthesis. Also, these prostheses are useful for people who naturally have breasts of different shapes and sizes or whose breasts are not symmetrical. Some people may prefer to use a permanent prosthesis instead of a temporary one. **What is external breast prosthesis?** Repair and regeneration of breast tissue after cancer treatment and emptying the patient's breast is done by two methods: breast prosthesis and using the patient's own body tissue. Usually, to do this, both the mass is removed from the breast and the prosthesis is used at the same time; But in most cases, prosthetic surgery is performed at another time after making sure that the tumor does not grow again. People whose breast skin is healthy and without problems, and their breast tissue is not sagging, can use breast prosthesis. Often, in these cases, a balloon-like tissue is placed under the patient's chest muscle and special substances are injected into it once a week to reach the appropriate size. When the breast skin is raised enough, the connector is removed and the prosthesis is placed in its place. **How many categories are breast prostheses divided into in terms of ingredients?** Breast prosthesis is divided into the following categories in terms of ingredients: ### silicone prosthesis (gel) The inside of the silicone prosthesis is filled with adhesive gel and has a natural and beautiful appearance. This prosthesis is very suitable for breast reconstruction of breast cancer patients. Leakage of silicone gel is very dangerous and causes breast cancer, arthritis and rheumatoid problems or increase in breast thickness, changing the appearance and contour of the breast. When this problem occurs, the prosthesis will be removed by the surgeon. ### Saline prosthesis (salt water) This prosthesis has a round appearance and contains a solution of water and salt. One of the best saline brands is the Mentor brand. This prosthesis is used to increase the volume and size of the breast. If the breast prosthesis ruptures or leaks, its shape and size will change. In this case, you have to put the prosthesis in the breast again. **Which style of breast prosthesis should we choose?** In general, prostheses come in a variety of sizes, skin colors, and shapes, all of which are designed to feel, weigh, and move as closely as possible to a natural breast. In fact, you should choose the prosthesis in a way that is compatible with the way you dress. In some cases, a person chooses and uses a temporary (soft) prosthesis instead of a permanent prosthesis. In the following, we will introduce several types of prostheses: ### Standard prosthesis (complete) This type of prosthesis has different stacks that are placed directly on the chest wall where all the tissue has been removed. This type of prosthesis is designed for those who have lost all their breasts due to cancer, and if you have lost both breasts, you can choose the size that you feel comfortable with. ### Shaped prosthesis (partial) This prosthesis is also suitable for people who have lost part of their breast. This prosthesis is usually made of silicone. ### Shell prosthesis A shell prosthesis is usually used for breasts that are different in size, so it will fit on the smaller breast. The material of this prosthesis is also made of silicone and it is also suitable for people who have lost part of their breast. ### Adhesive prosthesis This prosthesis will stick directly on the breast and is suitable for people who are very active and do not use a medical bra. Also, if the dress is suitable and supportive, they can also use it without a top or bra.