Risks of Breast Augmentation

Serving Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania
including Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, State College, and Danville

While the breast augmentation procedure carries some risks, there are ways you can reduce the potential for unwanted side effects.

First of all, you want to choose a breast surgeon with experience, skill, and a portfolio of great results. Cosmetic surgeons who have performed breast augmentation thousands of times are better prepared to deal with any potential complications.

Secondly, you want to make sure you are healthy and meet all the physical and mental requirements set forth by your breast surgeon. Make sure you correctly divulge health history information to rule out any disqualifying factors, and that you follow your doctor’s pre-surgery instructions.

By choosing The Cosmetics Program located at Geisinger Medical Center, you are ensuring a safe, well-staffed hospital environment with important medical resources. Our breast augmentation patients enjoy The Geisinger Advantage when they choose us as their cosmetic surgery center.

Potential risks and side effects of breast augmentation surgery are rare and may include:

• Infection
• Hematoma
• Capsular contracture (hardened tissue)
• Scarring
• Implant rupture
• Anesthesia reactions
• Fluid accumulation around the implant
• Loss of nipple sensation
• Mammography interference

Talk to a skilled Geisinger breast surgeon today for more information on the benefits and risks of breast surgery. Our cosmetic surgeons and support staff go out of their way to make sure you feel completely comfortable with your decision and are completely prepared to undergo the cosmetic procedure of your choice.

The Cosmetics Program serves patients in Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, State College, and Danville, Pennsylvania, with state-of-the-art breast augmentation. Call or E-Mail our skilled plastic surgery team today for a confidential consultation.

Practice Areas

• Breast Surgery
• Body Sculpturing
• Facial Procedures
• Vision Correction

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