What Is the Best Age for Breast Augmentation in Phoenix?

    PHOENIX, AZ, May 22, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- When considering breast augmentation surgery, age is sometimes a big concern for patients. Some patients worry they may be too old for breast implants. Others may want to wait a few years. However, after you consult with your Phoenix breast augmentation surgeon, you will find that age matters far less than your overall physical health.

Am I too young?

Breast implants are designed for those whose breasts are already fully developed. For this reason, the Food and Drug Administration does not recommend breast enhancement surgery for anyone under 18 years of age. If you are over 18, generally healthy, and a non-smoker, you are probably a good candidate for breast augmentation surgery.

Because pregnancy and breastfeeding affect the size and shape of your breasts, you may choose to delay breast augmentation surgery until after you are done having children. Breast implants are safe during pregnancy, but for the best aesthetic results, some women choose to wait. After pregnancy, you may want to look at combining your breast augmentation procedure with a breast lift to reduce the sagging that comes with pregnancy.

Am I too old?

Breast augmentation procedures have been successfully done for adult women of all ages, even women as old as 70! Therefore it is never too late to get the figure you've always wanted. However, aging increases the risk factors for any surgery, including breast augmentation. Check with your doctor to make sure you're healthy enough for surgery and disclose any health conditions to your surgeon before the procedure.

As older women know, gravity takes its toll on the shape and feel of your breasts over the years. For that reason, many older women feel that breast augmentation surgery alone or combined with another procedure like a breast lift is the best way to regain your youthful, feminine curves. One way to decide if breast augmentation surgery is right for you is to check out your surgeon's online photo gallery of breast augmentation results. Find photos of women with your body type to see what results they've achieved.

At any age, it is important to choose the right breast augmentation surgeon for your needs. Your surgeon will educate you about the various types of breast augmentation procedures and the risks and benefits of each.

For more information about breast augmentation surgery at any age, please visit Phoenix breast augmentation surgeon Dr. Paul Angelchik online at www.doctorangelchik.com and schedule a consultation.

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