Women may seek breast augmentation for a variety of different reasons. In some cases, a woman wants the procedure because she has tubular breast syndrome. Also known by other names (including tuberous breasts and breast hypoplasia), this is a congenital condition in which the breasts don’t develop correctly. Although treatment is not required, some women with this condition choose to have plastic surgery to correct it.

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Breast augmentation has been shown in studies to have a high patient satisfaction rate, but there are still some challenges that may arise. Some women experience rippling of their breast implants. The ripples may be palpable (able to be felt) or even visible (able to be seen). What causes the rippling of breast implants? More importantly, what can be done about it?

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Once a woman has decided that breast augmentation is right for her, there are several more choices that she will need to make. These include the type of implant, the size of the implants, and whether to place it under or over the muscle. Another of the choices is where to have the incisions, which will determine where the scars will be. There are three main options, which are all offered here for patients undergoing breast augmentation Sydney with A/Prof. Marucci.

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For some women, the breasts can be an area of the body that makes them feel self conscious and uncomfortable. Undersized, droopy, or uneven breasts can erode confidence and self-esteem. A/Prof Damian Marucci has assisted many women with these issues through breast augmentation surgery.

Breast augmentation is a common surgical procedure used to enhance the shape, size, and symmetry of breasts to provide a desired result. Breast augmentation surgery is performed on an...Read More

Is it possible to breast feed normally after breast implant surgery?

Here is recent question answered by Sydney Plastic Surgeon, Dr Damian Marucci, on the breast.com.au forum

Hello, I had implants put in about 2 years ago. As I am considering having babies in the not too far future I have become a little worried about how effectively you can breast feed with them (as far as milk production). Has anyone out there breast fed with implants? Anyone have any problems? Are there any studies or...Read More

What is the best location for a breast implant – under the muscle or under the gland/ over the muscle?

Here is a recent question answered by Dr Marucci on the breast.com.au forum:

Hi I’m hoping someone can help me…I’m due to have a BA on the 7/5/13. My surgeon has come highly recommended and I’m comfortable with him. Quite a lot of people I know have had an BA and the majority of them have had the placement of the implant under the muscle. I’m 41, I’m...Read More