15 Mar Lil Nas X Brings Breast Implants Back to the Headlines
For decades, breast implant surgery has been one of the most popular procedures and while trends regarding size and shape are always fluctuating, this plastic surgery has always stayed on top. It’s also one of the most requested procedures at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center where silicone, saline, and gummy bear implants of all shapes and textures are available for a fully customized aesthetic. Breast augmentation via breast implants has become such a normal part of our lives that the procedure doesn’t often make headlines anymore—but Lil Nas X changed all of that.
The singer recently posted a photo on Twitter sporting what appeared to be breast implants, but the keyword here is “appeared.” Although the look is likely prosthetics for a performance, that didn’t stop fans from making the post go quickly viral. A plastic surgeon even quipped about how much he enjoyed having Lil Nas X in the office. It’s unlikely that the singer got real breast implants, but his post did kick-start an important conversation about who’s getting breast implants and just how mainstream the procedure has become.
The Benefits of Breast Implants
Breast implants can do much more than enhance a person’s aesthetic. This surgery can also be crucial in claiming ownership of your body, skyrocketing self-esteem and ensuring that the body you inhabit matches who you are on a more holistic level. In other words, breast implants are not—and have never been—strictly for cis-women. Any healthy adult who desires breast implants might be a great candidate for this very popular surgery. However, there are a few considerations.
First, not every adult is going to automatically qualify for breast implants. It is important to stop smoking for a few weeks prior to the surgery. Some medications may also interfere with cosmetic surgeries, so working with your plastic surgeon and prescribing doctor is paramount for a safe surgery. It is important to always be forthcoming with your surgeon about past surgeries, medications, and lifestyle choices (such as smoking and drinking) so that you get a complete assessment on your candidacy for breast implants.
Choosing the Right Doctor
When it comes to your body, you deserve compassion, kindness, and respect from a reputable and board-certified surgeon. Consultations with a few surgeons will help you gauge skill levels, what’s available in the world of breast augmentation, and give you a gut feeling about which doctor is right for you. Remember that this doctor should be the one prepping you, taking care of you during surgery, and being there for you post-op. This is especially important for those who opt for silicone or gummy bear implants, since these implants will require continuing checks to ensure no ruptures have occurred. Although ruptures of any breast implant are rare, silicone and gummy bear implants can be impossible for patients to check themselves because these implants maintain their shape even with a rupture.
In other words, ideally you will find a surgeon who you click with and who you can maintain a long-term professional relationship with. Breast implants are designed to last for a long time, but most people change their implants every 10 – 15 years. They might choose a different size, shape, or opt to change the location (as breast implants can be placed above or below the chest muscles). Our tastes and bodies change, so it makes sense that we will want to change our breast implants, too.
Getting Started with Breast Augmentation
Our guess is that Lil Nas X is sporting prosthetics in his Tweet, and while today’s prosthetics can look fantastic that probably isn’t the route you want to go! Real breast augmentation requires planning and an understanding of the procedure and your options. It’s one of the most highly individualized cosmetic surgeries available, and it can be overwhelming in the beginning. It doesn’t have to be when you work with the best.
At Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, your journey begins with a consultation where you will learn about the various types of implants, recommendations of the ideal surgical approach and incisions for your goals, and all of your questions answered. Get started today by contacting Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center via the online form, or call our office at (480) 282-8386 today.