Friday, March 30, 2007

Breast Enlargement Exercise- bench press

Lie face up on a bench. Your feet may be on the bench or flat on the floor, depending on what is most comfortable for you.
Grip a set of dumbbells and raise them to arm's length above the chest. Make sure your palms face forward.
Slowly lower the weight to the chest. Exhale as you raise the weight and inhale as the weight is lowered. Don't arch your lower back -- this is bad for your spine.
Start out light. It's better to tone your muscles with a weight that's a little light rather than something that's too heavy. Every year, thousands of people injure themselves in the gym with too-heavy weights.
Always have someone spot for you when you're working with a barbell instead of hand weights.

Thursday, March 29, 2007

Inverted Push-Up

This exercise is a low-impact version of the traditional push-up. I recommend this exercise for those just starting out, or if you have very little upper-body strength. This is an exercise you can perform in the break room at work without working up much of a sweat.

Stand with your legs 2 to 3 feet away from a wall.
Now lean against the wall, taking your weight on your hands. Your heels should be slightly lifted and your hands at shoulder width and height.
Lower your chest toward the wall by bending your elbows.
Push your body back to the starting position.

Tuesday, March 27, 2007

Exercise to Enlarge Breasts

Breast Enlargement Exercise: Push-ups


Lie face down on the floor and position your hands between 6 and 24 inches apart. (Putting your hands in different places changes the muscle group you're working. Experiment to see which position produces maximum results for you.)
Your palms should be down, in contact with the floor. Your legs and body should be straight and your head should be in line with the spine.
Press yourself upwards, fully extending your elbows and supporting the lower body on the toes. Raising yourself slowly maximizes the workout.
Lower down again, but do not allow your body to make contact with the floor. Lowering yourself as slowly as possible is best. Don't rush this part!
Repeat.
Alternately, for those of us with limited upper-body strength, this exercise can be performed on the knees rather than on the toes. Simply rest your knees on the ground. The rest of the exercise stays the same.

Monday, March 26, 2007

Choosing a doctor for breast implants...

Start by asking around. Do you have any friends or family who've had breast augmentation surgery? Go to them first and ask them about their experiences. Ask your family doctor if she can recommend anyone to perform the surgery.
Then contact the hospitals in your area. Ask which board-certified plastic surgeons have operating priveliges in the hospital. This privelige signifies official hospital approval for the surgeon, and is a sign of confidence.
As a last resort, check the yellow pages or online advertisements. And keep in mind that plastic surgery is a highly competitive field and there are many different surgeons and practices eager for your business.
Get some questions answered
Once you've gotten your list of possible surgeons, track down the following info to help narrow the list:
Check with the appropriate medical board in your state. Make sure the surgeon is licensed and has no pending cases against him.
The county clerk or circuit court in your area should be able to tell you whether the surgeon has any malpractice suits on record. Malpractice suits don't always mean a bad surgeon, but 3 or more cases within a 5-year period should be considered a warning sign.
Verify both credentials and training. Most doctors say they're "board-certified," but certified by which board? Is the board of certification even recognized by your state?
Make sure the surgeon has hospital admittance priveliges in case there is a complication during surgery.
Verify that the anesthesiologist is either a CRNA (certified registered nurse anesthetist) or a physician anesthesiologist.
Read the patient consent form and ask all your questions before signing it. Proper communication thoughout all the steps of the surgical process will result in greater satisfaction for both you and your doctor.
Verifying certification
The American Board of Medical Specialities has a free online service (requires registration) that allows you to search based on your doctor's name for board certification status. Go here to verify all certifications.
Follow your instincts
Always meet face-to-face and trust your gut instincts. If there's something about the surgeon you don't like, keep looking. There are dozens of doctors perfectly willing and able to perform breast augmentation for you - there's no reason to settle.

Saturday, March 24, 2007

Breast enlargement exercises-tips

I will be posting some really interesting breast enhancement exercises on this blog, but before starting to practice them, keep these useful tips in mind:

Breast Enlargement Exercises: Tips
Always talk to your doctor before you start a new exercise program.
Warm up by stretching before your workout.
Remember to keep your midsection firm.
Support your lower back.
Don't hold your breath while exercising. At the moment of maximum exertion, exhale.
Use a variety of exercises rather than the same one over and over.
Cool down and stretch after completing your workout.
When you start a new exercise program, it's a good idea to start slowly.
Keep a written record in a notebook or on your computer with the date, the number and type of exercises you did. This helps keep you on track.

Friday, March 23, 2007

Does weight loss mean smaller breasts?

It's a fact: most of us Americans could stand to lose some weight. So we eat better, we exercise, and maybe we shed a few pounds. But most women have a distinct concern: does losing weight mean an equivalent loss of breast tissue? If I get fit, will I need to buy smaller bras?
Weight loss generally affects the entire body at approximately the same rate. Places where excess fat is stored (butt, hips, thighs, etc.) lose a proportionally larger amount of fatty tissue. The breasts lose fatty tissue at approximately the same rate as the rest of the body.
But keep in mind that the breasts are not primarily composed of fatty tissue. The lobules and other tissue, which form the majority of the breast, will not shrink. Thus the reduction in breast size is generally minimal.
Note that everyone is different - and therefore loses weight differently. Your results may differ.
Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to prevent the shrinkage or reduction of the breasts. Supplementation with a top-quality breast enlargement pill will help to counteract these effects.
Additionally, breast enlargement exercises can be used to build up the pectoral muscle and thus create the appearance of larger breasts. Breast enlargement exercises can easily be incorporated into a daily exercise or stretching regimen.

Thursday, March 22, 2007

The cost of Implants

Breast implants are expensive. There's no way around it. Not only do you have to do your homework, find a good doctor, get on the doctor's waiting list, etc. - you also have to pay for it.
Depending on where you live, the cost of a complete breast implant procedure will range from $3500 to $10,000.

Here's the way the cost breaks down:
$1000-$3000 for the implants themselves
$1000 for the nurses and the anesthesiologist
The rest of the price you pay goes to the doctor. The greater the doctor's experience and demand, the higher the price will be.
You will pay more for a subpectoral implant
Add another $75 for prescription drugs and painkillers
And another $50 for post-op bras and other gear you'll need to speed your recovery.
The national average for the surgeon's fee only is about $3500 - not including associated expenses.
Keep in mind that this is surgery, so you'll be paying the hospital fee along with the labor and materials costs.
Some people fly to Mexico or South America for their breast implant surgery to keep costs down. There are a couple of drawbacks to this solution. First, countries outside the US have their own laws and enforcement regarding doctors and surgery. The FDA can't protect you in Venezuela. Second, you will not want to fly home right away -- you'll be in a lot of pain and on medication. So you should take into account the cost of room and board for yourself and someone to look after you for at least a few days after the surgery.
Financing breast implant surgery
There are some companies that will help you finance breast implant surgery, or offer a loan against the cost of surgery. Your plastic surgeon may offer you information about financing. Keep in mind that financing is done by a completely separate entity.
Also, pay attention to interest rates. Medical financing is sometimes offered at only relatively high rates.
Keep the cost in mind when considering breast implants. Also keep in mind the likelihood of complications a few years down the road - you'll have to pay for those procedures, too. Yes, it is expensive - but somehow, thousands of women are able to come up with the money every year.

Wednesday, March 21, 2007

A last resort

Despite the fact that there are many dangers and risks associated with breast implants, they are still a viable tool for breast augmentation. I strongly believe that breast implants should be a final resort. If you have done everything else you can for perfect female breasts and still want changes, then it's time to consider breast implants.
But not before.
Learn more: read the FDA handbook about breast implants.

Tuesday, March 20, 2007

Dark side of breast implants


Nearly everyone has heard one or more horror stories about breast implants rupturing, or shifting, or somehow going wrong. The truth is, inserting breast implants is major surgery and should be treated as such. Here are a few of the more common ways in which breast augmentation surgery can go wrong:
Anesthesia: Local anesthesia is extremely safe. Twilight or full anesthesia are riskier. Every year, Americans die from mistakes made by anesthetists. Although anesthesists are highly trained professionals, mistakes can still be made.
Infection: Infection is a risk of any surgery, no matter how minor. An infection during breast implant surgery would almost certainly necessitate the immediate removal of the implant.
Recovery time: You will not be able to resume your normal activities for some time after surgery. Even after you are up and around, you will need to wear specially padded bras and take painkillers to reduce the pain and discomfort of the breast implants.
Rupturing implants: For the rest of your life, there is a risk, however small, that the breast implants will rupture. This would be a medical emergency, potentially life-threatening.
Difficulty of mammography: Breast implants make mammography, and therefore detection of breast abnormalities and tumors, more difficult. The level of difficulty is decreased if you opt for a submuscular breast implant.

Monday, March 19, 2007

how safe are they, really?

The benefits of breast augmentation surgery, or getting breast implants, are fairly well known. More and more American women are turning to this method of breast enhancement. Despite some disastrous missteps, breast implants are safer than ever before.
But how safe are they, really?

The Plus Side
Breast implants for breast augmentation is by far the most dramatic and effective way to get bigger breasts. There's absolutely no other way to create the same kind of dramatic changes that breast implants can make. A woman can go from an AA to a C cup within a few hours. And the latest generation of implants feel even more natural than ever before. Surgeons are able to employ techniques that leave very small scars.
There are alternatives that are less expensive, but are also less immediate and less dramatic, including: breast enlargement pills, breast enlargement creams, breast enlargement exercises and breast pumps.
That's probably why so many women turn to this method. Instant gratification and dramatic results.

Wednesday, March 14, 2007

Dermal Fillers

Breast implant technology is changing fast, and soon implants themselves may be a thing of the past. Right now there is a breast augmentation solution available that is narly instant and doesn't require surgery or a long recovery period.
Have you heard of dermal fillers? These materials are gel-like compounds that can be injected into the body. They increase the volume of the area they're injected into and are both stable and harmless in the body. Restylane and Hylaform are types of dermal fillers
Swedish scientists have developed a dermal filler called Macrolane (made by the same company that makes Restylane) specifically for breast augmentation. Made of stabilized hyaluronic acid (similarly to Hylaform), Macrolane is a soft gel-like substance that can be used to correct misshapen breast implants, contour and even add bulk to breasts. This procedure is not permenant - all dermal fillers are eventually absorbed and metabolized by the body. One round of Macrolane breast augmentation should last from 1-2 years.
Macrolane is composed of hyaluronic acid but in larger particles than those found in Restylane. This makes it more suitable for larger jobs, and also means the body absorbs it more slowly.
Using dermal fillers for breast augmentation is an out-patient procedure. After applying a local anesthetic, the doctor injects the chosen substance into the patient and that's pretty much it. The entire procedure lasts less than two hours. Because it's non-surgical, there are none of the risks of full anesthesia, nor of complications arising from surgery. Recovery time is almost zero. In short, nearly all of the features of Macrolane make this superior choice over surgery for breast augmentation.
Here's the bad news - Macrolane is not currently available in the United States. The Macrolane breast augmentation procedure is being done in France, where it seems to be meeting with general approval.
Maybe soon we will have instant-gratification non-surgical breast augmentation without the discomfort and expense of surgery.

Tuesday, March 13, 2007

Are breast pumps a viable breast enlargement solution?

Temporary breast pumps are not a viable breast enlargement solution. In fact, overuse of this type of breast pump may cause broken blood vessels and other health issues.
The Brava system certainly does work. But there are some significant drawbacks:
It's expensive. At about $2500, cost is a significant factor for most people.
It works slowly. The Brava system needs to be used for about 6 months for maximum results.
It should be worn 12 hours per day. Even though the Brava breast pump is fairly low-profile, rather like a padded bra, many people find this recommendation difficult to follow.
Gains are modest. On average, women gain from 1/4 to 1/2 cup even after following all the guidelines faithfully.

How breast pumps work


Breast pumps work through the physiological process known as tissue expansion. Basically, if you apply a gentle pressure to stretch skin or other soft tissues, they slowly stretch. If you've ever seen a person with oversized ear plugs or a native tribesman with a large ornament in his lip, you've seen tissue expansion at work.
By applying relatively gentle vacuum pressure to the breasts, breast pumps encourage the process of tissue expansion. Over time, this leads to a modest but permanent increase in breast size. This applies to the Brava breast pump, which is to be worn approximately 12 hours per day.
Another, temporary, type of breast pump is also available (usually for less than $30). These manual breast pumps consist of a plastic dome and a small hand pump. By applying a greater vacuum force to the breast, this type of pump encourages blood to engorge the breast and nipple. This increases breast sensitivity and also can increase size slightly, but these gains are temporary, disappearing within two hours.

The Risks

The risks associated with breast augmentation surgery:
§ Repeat surgery. You may need more surgery down the road, either to replace the implants or to remove them altogether. In clinical trials studying the safety and effectiveness of saline-filled breast implants, as many as one in four women required a second operation within five years of the initial surgery.
§ Rupture. Implants can rupture, causing fluid to leak into your breast and surrounding tissue. This can happen as a result of a blunt-force injury — if you're thrown against the steering wheel in a car accident, for example — or from tiny cracks in the implant shell that can occur over time.
If you have a saline-filled implant, a rupture will cause your implant to lose its original size or shape. If you have a silicone gel-filled implant, a rupture may not be as obvious. Your doctor may use occasional imaging tests, such as magnetic resonance imaging, to screen for rupture.
§ Deflation. A rupture or a slow leak can cause an implant to collapse, deflating the size of your breast. This may result in breasts that are noticeably different in size or in a change to the cosmetic appearance of your breast, such as sagging or wrinkling.
§ Capsular contracture. Fibrous scar tissue forms a capsule around your breast implant. The scar tissue builds up over time and constricts your implant — a painful and potentially disfiguring condition. Surgery is usually necessary to correct capsular contracture.
§ Infection. Breast augmentation surgery can lead to infection. Medications may help, but antibiotics aren't always successful in treating infections of this type. Removing your breast implants may be necessary if you develop a severe infection. You may have to wait six months to a year after implant removal before you can get new implants placed.
§ Hematoma. Blood and other fluids can pool around the implant, causing pain, infection or other problems. If you develop a hematoma, you might need to go back into the operating room so that your doctor can find the cause of the bleeding.
§ Pain. You could experience significant pain after surgery — more than what's considered normal — which indicates a bigger problem, such as implant rupture or capsular contracture. To remedy the problem, you may need surgery to remove or replace the breast implants.
Other possible risks include dissatisfaction with the results of your surgery. You might experience changes in the sensation of your breasts and nipples, or you might be able to feel the implant beneath the surface of your breast tissue.

Friday, March 9, 2007

Breast enlargement creams

Breast enlargement creams can provide additional gains when paired with breast enlargement pills. The principles behind breast enlargement creams are similar: they deliver plant-based estrogen-like compounds to the breasts, thus stimulating the estrogen receptor sites in the mammary glands to produce additional breast tissue.
Because the ingredients are topically delivered, they can be more "targeted" than a pill, which by definition has to be digested and circulated through the entire body before taking effect.
Additional ingredients may be added to breast enlargement cream to improve circulation. L-arginine has been shown to boost circulation by stimulating the body's production of nitric oxide. Interesting bit of trivia: the scientist who discovered the connection between L-arginine, nitric oxide and circulation won the Nobel Prize. Another circulation booster, Siberian ginseng, is sometimes found in these creams.
Breast enhancement creams can also help to tone the skin of the breasts, making them smoother, tighter and even lifting them slightly. So look for such familiar skin care ingredients as aloe vera, almond oil and safflower oil in breast enlargement creams.
Can I use breast enlargement creams alone?
Breast enlargement creams are not meant to be used alone. By themselves, they cannot deliver anything like sufficient quantities of active ingredients to the body that a pill can. Topical delivery systems have the benefit of being more targeted, but the drawback is that the volume of active ingredient delivery just isn't comparable.
If you choose to use breast enlargement creams alone, you can expect a toning and tightening the the breasts. You may also experience small amounts of breast tissue growth but nothing like the volume you could expect if using a cream paired with a breast enlargement pill.

Effectiveness of breast enlargement pills

In early 2002, 500 women were given a 6-month supply of breast enlargement pills and asked to report on the results. To our surprise, over 70% of the women reported positive results. And one brand of breast enlargement pills stood out head and shoulders over the rest - Perfect Curves.
Manufactured by Herbal Research, this formula, though somewhat similar to competing products, produced the highest rate (94%) of success as well as the largest overall gains (1.7 cup sizes on average).
Needless to say, these results came as quite a surprise. If breast enlargement pills were more widely accepted and mainstream, it is very possible that many women would not feel the need to undergo costly, complex and dangerous breast implant surgery.
Based on our findings, we believe that the effectiveness of breast enlargement pills is real and deserves serious consideration for any woman seeking perfect female breasts.
source and opinion by breastptions.com

Thursday, March 8, 2007

How breast enlargement pills work

As we all know, most women's breast size changes throughout her monthly cycle. This is caused by variations in levels of hormones in the body. These variations in size can be quite significant.
Breast enlargement pills work by substituting plant-based estrogen-like compounds for the body's natural estrogens. The breast has estrogen-receptor sites, which, when activated, create new breast tissue. These estrogens reactivate the mammary glands, prompting them to product new breast tissue. This process occurs naturally during puberty, but sometimes toxic chemicals and pollutants can mimic estrogen and actually block these receptor sites, leading to diminished tissue growth.
Because differences in body chemistry can influence the speed and amount of change, most women don't begin to experience results until 5-8 weeks have passed.
The estrogen-like compounds found in breast enlargement pills are mild and natural - therefore, they are no replacement for hormone replacement therapy, which has much faster and more profound effects (and unfortunately, equally profound side effects).

Tuesday, March 6, 2007

Recovering

Recovering from breast augmentation surgery
You'll be sore the first few days after breast augmentation surgery, but your doctor can prescribe medication to help relieve your pain. If you don't have a physically demanding job, you may be able to return to work within a few days. Getting back to normal activities may take longer — about two to three weeks — as your breasts will be sensitive to physical contact or jarring movements. Follow your doctor's instructions for how long you should wait before engaging in your regular activities.
You'll have stitches (sutures) in place after surgery. Often, absorbable sutures are used, so you won't need to have them removed. Some women also have drainage tubes in place after surgery, although not many women require them. If you have drainage tubes, they'll probably be removed a few days after your surgery. Your doctor may recommend using a compression bandage or sports bra for extra support and positioning of the breast implants during this time.
You may notice a burning sensation in your nipples for a few weeks, but that usually goes away as you heal. Expect some pain, swelling, tenderness and bruising as you heal. If you notice warmth and redness in your breast or you run a fever, you might have an infection. Contact your doctor as soon as possible.
After surgery, your scars may initially appear firm and pink. The scars fade gradually over time, but they won't go away completely. The darker your skin, the more noticeable your scars may be.

Monday, March 5, 2007

Useful info

Here is some useful information on the procedure for breast augmentation surgery, I found it so useful...

Breast augmentation surgery — also known as augmentation mammaplasty — can be performed in a surgical center or hospital outpatient facility. You usually go home the same day, but on occasion you might require a hospital stay. Breast augmentation is usually performed under general anesthesia.
To insert the breast implant, your surgeon makes an incision in one of three places:
§ In the breast fold. An inframammary incision runs along the crease between the underside of your breast and your chest.
§ Around the nipple. A periareolar incision follows the natural line of the dark skin around your nipple (areola). This incision may leave a less noticeable scar than does the inframammary incision, but it might also impact your ability to breast-feed or affect sensation in your nipple.
§ Under the arm. The axillary incision is made in your armpit.
Breast implants may be smooth or textured, round or shaped like a teardrop. They consist of a silicone shell filled with salt water (saline) or silicone gel. For a number of years, only saline-filled implants were available for cosmetic use. But in November 2006, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved silicone gel-filled implants for breast augmentation. This means that you now have a choice between saline-filled or silicone gel-filled breast implants. Your doctor can help you decide which type would be better for you.
After making the incision, the surgeon lifts your skin and tissue to create a pocket either behind the breast glandular tissue or behind the muscle in your chest (pectoral muscle). The surgeon inserts the implant and centers it behind your nipple. Saline implants, when inserted, are empty. The surgeon fills the implant with sterile saline once it's in place. Silicone implants are already filled at the time they're placed.
Breast augmentation surgery generally lasts one to two hours.

Saturday, March 3, 2007

Consider this


Before you decide to have surgery, consider some important factors about breast augmentation:
§ Breast implants aren't lifelong devices. Your breast implants may need to be removed and replaced at some point.
§ You might need more surgery after breast implant removal. If you have your breast implants removed for any reason, you may experience unacceptable cosmetic changes — such as wrinkling, dimpling or droopy excess skin — which might require replacing the implants. Or you may need a breast lift (mastopexy) to remove excess skin and reposition your nipple.
§ Breast implants won't prevent your breasts from sagging after pregnancy. Some women actually need to consider a breast lift in addition to breast augmentation to correct sagging breasts. Also, depending on how it's done, breast augmentation surgery may make breast-feeding more challenging.
§ Mammograms may be more complicated. Additional views are necessary when obtaining images of your breasts. The quality of the mammogram will depend on the experience and expertise of your technician and the facility you select.
§ Insurance probably won't pay for the procedure. If it isn't medically necessary, many insurance companies won't cover breast augmentation. Be prepared to handle any financial obligations that accompany breast augmentation surgery and any related operations you might need in the future.
Considering these points may trigger many questions about your personal situation. Prepare a list of questions to review with your doctor. You may also find it helpful to talk with other women who have gone through the same procedure.

Friday, March 2, 2007

How do I keep my breast augmentation private?

First of all, it should be mentioned that society has come a long way toward realizing the benefits of augmentation for a woman's life, and many women are surprised to find acceptance where they least expect it, among parents, children, and coworkers.
But let's assume that you do intend to keep very private about it - what can you do? First of all, let it be known that you are "working out" your chest muscles.

Then, go buy bras that are one size larger than you currently wear, and start wearing them all the time. Pad it out with inserts, fillers, pads, or else get one with built-in water or silicone inserts. Wear those for a month or so. If you are going up two sizes, after the first month buy the next size up, and repeat the process until for the month before operation, everybody has gotten used to seeing you at your desired size. Then after surgery, they will not notice as readily.
Another advantage of this method is that you yourself will get accustomed to the new size before operation, so you can be certain that you like that size.