We already know that breast augmentation is one of the most popular operations in the field of cosmetic surgery. We have already talked extensively about this topic, what we have not talked about yet and what we will go into today is one of the biggest fears of those undergoing this surgery: the scars. Will they be visible? Will they go away with time? How can they be minimised?

There are different access routes for the insertion of the prosthesis: in the submammary area (in the groove under the breast) or in the periareolar area (half circle under the areola). In both cases the scars left by the operation are indeed distinguishable, although definitely not significant. The scars will be positioned in the breast fold or around the areola, depending on the type of operation performed. In particular, the skin marks that remain are about 3-4 centimetres long and are in any case in hidden places (under the breast) or easily and naturally camouflaged (along the perimeter of the areola, exactly on the margin between the areola and the skin), and in any case fade in a short time.

There are also special techniques, to be evaluated together with the patient and according to the appearance of the breast, the results to be obtained and the type of operation to be performed, such as endoscopy.

Generally speaking, however, whatever the breast surgery, scars will remain. Scar tissue is in fact naturally produced by the body during the healing phase. Initially, scars will be noticeable to the touch and may give a stretching sensation and increased sensitivity of the skin. They may be uncomfortable when wearing a bra or any other tight garment that puts pressure on the affected area.

Normally then the situation improves with the passage of time and what remains are very fine scars that, in our experience, fully meet the patient's expectations. And in any case, if the results are not really satisfactory, action can certainly be taken to improve the aesthetics of the scars once some time has passed since the operation.