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By Mayo Clinic staffAs you anticipate the outcome of breast augmentation, keep your expectations realistic. Breast augmentation can change the size and shape of your breasts. The surgery may even improve your body image and self-esteem. If you're looking for perfection, however, you may be disappointed.
Expect your scars to fade gradually over time, but they won't go away completely. The darker your skin, the more noticeable the scars may be.
In addition, remember that breast augmentation results aren't necessarily permanent. If you become dissatisfied with the appearance of your breasts, you may consider a breast lift or having the implants removed or replaced.
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- Breast implant questions and answers. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/ImplantsandProsthetics/BreastImplants/ucm063719.htm. Accessed Oct. 18, 2010.
- FDA breast implant consumer handbook - 2004 - local complications and reoperations. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/ImplantsandProsthetics/BreastImplants/ucm064106.htm. Accessed Oct. 25, 2010.
- Walsh MF (expert opinion). Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Nov. 2, 2010.
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