Free flap breast augmentation, or free transverse rectus abdominus myocutaneous (TRAM) flap augmentation, is the process of removing a small amount of blood, tissue, fat, and muscle from the abdominal area of a person and then using what was removed to reconstruct that person's breasts. This type of procedure takes more time in the hospital than breast implants and requires the surgeon who performs the surgery to have a great deal of skill. Even though the recovery period of this surgery is longer, there are many different reasons why you should consider a free flap breast augmentation procedure over breast implants.
1. You Won't Suffer Deflation
One of the main reasons why you should consider this procedure is because it will last longer, since the materials that are taken from your abdomen are not going to deflate, unlike some types of implants that you might have put in. This will allow you to get the chest that you want in a single procedure that will last for years. This will save you quite a bit of money in the long run and will help you stay satisfied with your appearance for a longer period of time.
2. You Have a Reduced Chance of Infection
Because no foreign matter is being put into your body, you suffer a greatly decreased risk of infection. This means that there is a much better chance that you will be able to heal at the normal speed expected from the procedure and will be less likely to suffer any complications. Your own tissue, fat, and muscle is being used to reconstruct your breasts. Your body will almost certainly not reject this reconstruction.
3. You Gain Some of the Advantages of a Tummy Tuck
The tissue, fat, and muscle is taken from the lower part of your abdomen, which is a part that many people are dissatisfied with due to the fact that it might protrude from their body slightly. If you get a free flap breast augmentation, some of the material that is causing the lower stomach to be distended is going to be removed, allowing you to gain some of the aesthetic advantages of a tummy tuck. This can help you feel more satisfied with the shape of your body and more confident in your daily life.
For more information, talk to a surgeon that specializes in cosmetic reconstruction procedures, such as John Gatti MD. He or she will be able to provide you with more details about the surgery itself.
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