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Last updated: 06/01/2009
Breast augmentation or augmentation mammoplasty is a procedure in which artificial implants are placed in the chest to enlarge the size and/or change the shape of the breasts. Breast implants are made of a hypoallergenic material (silicone rubber)...
and filled with either saline or silicone. There are several approaches to breast implantation each creating a slightly different aesthetic effect. Breast augmentation has become one of the most sought after cosmetic surgeries.
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