General Risks of Surgery
Elective surgery is generally very safe, including cosmetic surgery. Sacramento women should familiarize themselves with all the possible risks, however, in order to be fully informed and prepared. When you come in for your consultation we will go over risks of breast surgery with you in depth. In the meantime, familiarize yourself with the information here, and
- Learn more about breast augmentation risks
- Read about risks associated with breast lift surgery
- Understand possible risks and complications of breast reduction surgery
One of the most important steps you can take to ensure safety and excellent results is to choose your Sacramento plastic surgeon wisely. You'll be glad to know both Dr. David Kaufman and Dr. Christa Clark are board certified, meaning they have met the highest standards for education, training and peer review in their field.
Risks of Breast Surgery
General surgical risks include anesthesia complications, excess bleeding, fluid collection, adverse reaction to medications and others. Risks related to breast surgery include:
- Unacceptable scarring: Most patients' scars fade to be quite faint within a few months of surgery. A few patients find their scars to be more prominent than they would like, whether due to genetics, infection or other conditions. Most unfavorable scars can be improved with minor revision surgery.
- Infections: Few patients experience deep infections which require drainage. Occasionally a patient may experience a superficial infection. Most respond well to oral and/or intravenous antibiotics.
- Changes in sensation: Temporary changes in sensation accompany some breast surgeries. Rarely, changes can be permanent.
- Changes in skin appearance: Some swelling and bruising is to be expected. Patients occasionally experience skin discoloration or changes in pigmentation. Very rarely are such changes permanent.
Other risks that happen to a fraction of women may include irregularities in breast shape, damage to internal structures such as muscles and nerves, fatty tissue necrosis, blood clots and persistent pain. Dr. Kaufman, Dr. Clark and their staff will give you detailed pre- and post-op instructions to help you avoid complications and have a smooth recovery.
Cosmetic Surgery in Sacramento
Dr. Kaufman and Dr. Clark have worked with thousands of women from many Sacramento area communities - patients who have sailed through their procedures and been delighted with their results. The plastic surgeons also work with women who fly in for surgery from across the United States and even from other countries.
Why not plan a visit to their offices in Folsom, just east of Sacramento, at 2220 East Bidwell Street? Request a consultation on line or call (916) 235-8838.
