Bargain Boob Jobs: The Dangers of of Putting Cost Above Quality

Breast augmentation is the most popular surgical cosmetic procedure performed in the United States. Women of all ages look to breast augmentation to provide full, lifted breasts. For some women, however, the price of breast augmentation surgery is more intimidating, and they set off in search of a “bargain boob job.” These kinds of cheap breast augmentation surgeries are, first and foremost, dangerous. We’ve all heard horror stories of “surgeons” performing some kind of terribly botched plastic surgery, who turn out not to be medical professionals at all! Rest assured, running into this kind of situation is rare. However, the most important step you can take after deciding to undergo breast augmentation is selecting a reputable, board-certified cosmetic surgeon, who will take care of your health while helping you achieve the beautiful, natural-looking breasts you’ve been dreaming about.

Bearing this in mind, it is important to remember that you will pay more for the best surgeons (the average minimum cost of breast augmentation is $3500). And if you have an idea of a perfectly placed, appropriately sized bustline in mind, you will want to remember that cutting costs often means less experience and fewer credentials—which translates directly to the outcome of your breast augmentation. When the surgery is finished, if it’s bad, you will be able to notice it immediately—-and so will others. Here are some tell-tale signs of a bad boob job.

There may be wrinkles, rippling, or puckering, particularly near the arms, along the bottom of the breasts, or at the cleavage. This may be caused by an insufficient amount of tissue in the breast prior to surgery, or by implants that have been filled improperly. A good doctor will examine your breast tissue ahead of time and advise you against implants that will be too large and cause wrinkling, and help you understand why certain types of implants are more likely to cause rippling than others.
Second, the breasts may be placed too high or two low, or may even be placed asymmetrically. In any of these situations, the breasts will look unnatural, and will cause the cleavage line to look unnatural as well. Additionally, bad breast augmentations often place the breasts too far apart (though they could also leave you with breasts that are too close together), which is likewise a bit strange-looking. A good surgeon will understand how to place the breasts so that they look natural, and will show you ahead of time how the breasts will be placed.
Finally, a good breast surgeon will advise you to select breast implants that are the appropriate size for your body. Nothing signals a bad boob job to the rest of the world like breasts that are unnaturally large for a woman’s frame. You have the ultimate say in the sizing of your implants, but if you have a good doctor, he or she will advise you against going for a size too large for your frame.

As with any surgery or medical procedure, it is vital to select a doctor that you trust, who has the credentials, experience, and expertise to leave you with breasts that are both healthy and beautiful after the augmentation. Choosing the best surgeon will yield the best results, and Plastic Surgery Portal connects you only the best, board-certified cosmetic surgeons. To set up your personal consultation with one of our breast augmentation specialists, contact us online or by phone today.