The breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic surgeries around the world. Like any surgical intervention, its performance involves certain risks and requires dedication for optimal postoperative recovery. To ensure a safe procedure, it is essential to trust properly trained professionals. But it is equally important for the patient to prepare physically and mentally to go through the entire Mammaplasty process. In this article, we review what you should know about breast augmentation before doing it.

What is breast augmentation?

Augmentation Mammaplasty consists of a surgery carried out with the purpose of increasing the size of the breasts. To do this, implants are incorporated under the breast tissue or the chest muscles. These implants are covered by a flexible silicone outer covering and may contain a saline solution or a silicone gel.

This procedure must be performed by a plastic surgeon, after previous consultations for orientation and planning with the patient.

MOST USED MATERIALS FOR CHEST IMPLANTS

Among the most used materials for this type of operation are silicone prostheses and serum prostheses that have different characteristics:

Silicone prosthesis: They are the most used. Silicone prosthesis is composed of three layers of polyurethane and its filling can be of two types:

Cohesive gel: it is characterized by a greater bond between the molecules of the gel, which gives it greater density. In the unlikely event of a prosthesis rupture, the gel, being more consistent, does not migrate to other parts of the body.

Soft gel: The shape of this type of prosthesis changes depending on the movements and pressure that are made on the breast. In the event that the prosthesis breaks, the gel will come out of the capsule, spreading through the breast tissue. So it is not entirely recommended.

Serum prosthesis: The content of this type of prosthesis is compatible with the body, so in case of breakage of the material or leakage of the capsule, it could be reabsorbed by the body itself. Despite this, we also find some disadvantages such as the loss of volume of the breast over time or the undulation of the upper part of it.

What is augmentation Mammaplasty for?

This surgery is usually related to aesthetic purposes and it is important not to stigmatize its purposes and benefits. Most of the women who opt for Mammaplasty do so because they feel unhappy with their appearance. Some for having naturally small breast, others to correct differences in size or to reverse a reduction after pregnancy.

However, Mammaplasty can also be part of a breast reconstruction process, which is necessary after going through certain diseases (breast cancer, for example). In any case, breast augmentation allows many women to strengthen their self-esteem and confidence. And this translates into a positive impact not only on a physical level, but fundamentally on an emotional and social level.

What are the risks of breast augmentation surgery?

All surgery involves a degree of risk and, therefore, it is essential to have the support of trained professionals. But augmentation Mammaplasty can also lead to certain complications after surgery, such as:

Sensitivity changes in the breasts, especially in the nipples.
Pain in the breasts, mainly during the postoperative period.
Infections (postoperative care is essential to prevent them).
Development of systemic symptoms described in the so-called breast implant disease.
Distortion of the shape of the implant mainly associated with a contraction produced by the healing of the tissue.
Loss or patella of the implant.

We know that breast augmentation surgery has its risks and complications, however, they are temporary and scarce, and so we should not fear undergoing the operation. Being an optional surgical treatment, we have the last word in our hand.

If you want an assessment of our plastic surgeon, Dr. Lane Smith, make an appointment! The first assessment consultation is free.

In today’s economy, it is common for employees to leave their employers and start their own companies. Whether it is frustration with corporate America or a desire to chase their ultimate dreams, employees who become entrepreneurs can threaten an employer’s competitive advantage. This can be especially problematic when former employees compete against their employers, as a number of legal protections that restrict an employer’s ability to prevent former employees from competing against them.

Essentially, restrictive covenants, generally known as non-compete agreements, have historically been viewed as unfair restraints on trade. Our free market economy favors competition, and courts are more inclined to protect an individual’s right to earn a living. Nevertheless, unfair competition does in fact occur, and employers can take steps to protect themselves against unauthorized use of confidential information.

Employment Agreements and Non Competes

Employers can protect their competitive status if their non-compete (and non-solicitation) agreements are:

Reasonable in time and geographic scope – The restriction cannot be so long that an employee would be out of work for a significant amount of time (e.g. more than six months). While an employer may protect a certain region of established clients, (depending on the type of job), the covenant must not be one that forces an employee to move to another state simply to work for another employer.

Necessary to enforce a legitimate business interest – The non-compete can protect business interests such as confidential information, substantial relationships with existing clientele, and trade secrets. As such, it can prevent former employees from intentionally interfering with the company’s business relationships, and it can include restrictions on hiring current employees for a certain period of time after leaving the company.

No greater than necessary to protect the legitimate business interest. – The non-compete must not punish an employee simply for leaving to work for another employer. Bonuses and commissions earned before the employee’s departure cannot be withheld, and the employer cannot thwart a former employee’s move to another job.

Indeed, protecting confidential information is important. As such, employers may have each employee execute a proprietary information agreement, in which they agree that employees:
- May not use or disclose company confidential information or trade secrets while they work they for the company or after they leave;
- Must return all company property upon their separation;
- Assign all rights and interest in any intellectual property their create or develop to the company while employed by the company; and
- Can only use company resources (e.g., computers, Internet and other property) for the work they do for the company and not for any other purpose.

If you have questions about protecting proprietary information or establishing non-compete agreements, an experienced employment law attorney can advise you.

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