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Myths and misperceptions of breast implant surgery

Surprisingly, it's shape over size for Canadian women considering breast implant surgery

(NC)-Despite common perceptions of the motivations for women seeking breast implant surgery, the results from a recent survey, The Canadian Women's Attitudes toward Breast Implant Surgery, demonstrate that what matters most to Canadian women is achieving a natural shape for their breasts, rather than a larger size. In fact, nearly 73 per cent of women surveyed who are considering breast augmentation, are considering the surgery to make their bodies look more natural or normal.

"It may be surprising to many Canadians what the main motivators are for women seeking breast implant surgery," says Dr. Mitch Brown, a plastic surgeon based in Toronto, Ontario. "For a vast number of my patients, this surgery was definitely not just about augmenting breast size, but rather achieving a shape and size that can help them look natural, renew their femininity and feel more comfortable in their clothes."

The survey also demonstrates that an open dialogue between surgeons and patients is important and increased awareness and understanding about breast implant surgery is needed.

Highlights from the survey include:

• While 65% of women surveyed are satisfied with their current breast size, only 48% are satisfied with their breast shape.
• When asked to select a body part she would like changed, 41% of women would change their breasts (second only to stomach at 72%).
• Of the women wanting to have breast implants, 59% cited attaining a more natural or normal look to their bodies.
• These results were based on a survey of more than 1,000 women from across Canada to assess their attitudes and perceptions towards breast implants.

Canadians interested in plastic surgery can visit www.natrelle.ca to find a qualified plastic surgeon in their area and learn more about breast augmentation.

Courtesy News Canada

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Finding a qualified plastic surgeon

Canadians urged to get educated when selecting a plastic surgeon

(NC)-With more than half a million Canadians seeking cosmetic enhancements each year, it is important that anyone seeking plastic surgery be fully knowledgeable when it comes to selecting their plastic surgeon. As such, Canadians are encouraged to do their research before choosing a plastic surgeon to ensure that their surgeon is certified and qualified.

"So many Canadians still go into a plastic surgeon's office undereducated and even misinformed," says Dr. Frank Lista, Past President of the Canadian Society for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery. "As plastic surgeons, our primary goal is to make sure that any Canadian who is seeking a cosmetic procedure is fully informed and receives the best standard of care by a certified surgeon."

There are five key questions that anyone considering surgery should ask before committing to a surgeon:

• Is the surgeon certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a member of any professional organizations?
• How many surgeries has the surgeon performed?
• Does the surgeon have any previous patient testimonials or patient references?
• What kind of follow-up services does the surgeon offer post-surgery?
• Does the surgeon have hospital privileges?

Canadians interested in plastic surgery can visit www.natrelle.ca to find a qualified plastic surgeon in their area and learn more about breast augmentation.

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