The Science of Breast Augmentation

Many people would say that we leave in the supreme age of science. Some other types of people might say that we live in the supreme of fashion. There are times when these two methodologies mesh fairly well, such as the use of science (technology) to enhance the ideas of beauty and fashion. iPods, cell phones, PDAs and the like are great examples of this, as are the numerous types of plastic surgery that are well sought out in many circles.

Botox, liposuction, and Breast augmentation in California, New York, and other cultural and fashion Meccas, or breast implants as they are more commonly called, are all great examples of how the world of science has infiltrated the world of beauty and fashion and made the idea of personal image, become more attainable.

Though breast augmentation surgery has been dated back to the late 19th century, it has only really increased in popularity over the past 20 years, as affordability and safety concerns have become less of a deterrent. Silicon implants, which were the choice augmentation implements throughout the 70’s and 80’s were moderately expensive and posed potential danger, as rupturing could cause severe illnesses if the silicon entered the bloodstream.

In the 1990s, saline was the most commonly used breast augmentation substance in the United States. It was not as expensive and didn’t pose the same risks to health. Saline is a very neutral substance and would pose much less of a risk it were absorbed.

Due to the constantly evolving science surrounding breast augmentation, as well as the growing desire for society to “feel better” about themselves, I feel confident that the procedures will only grow in popularity and demand.