How to Explore Alternatives to Breast Implants

While you may believe that breast implant surgery is available to any woman with the money to pay for it, there are some situations that serve as obstacles to the procedure. Many women do find that surgery is not an option because of preexisting health concerns. If you don't want to experience the risks or pain of surgery, explore your non-surgical alternatives.

Instructions

Consider Your Alternatives to Breast Implants

1. Explore alternatives to surgery, such as padded bras to make your breasts appear fuller and higher. Nearly all retailers carry a variety of bras that may help with your desired look.

2. Buy a gel-filled bra from a lingerie boutique. The natural look and feel of a gel bra makes this a comfortable alternative to foam-filled bras.

3. Consider buying strapless silicone adhesives that form and mold to your body shape. Worn under your clothes, the cutlet-shaped silicone gel creates the look of a breast implant.

4. Work the chest muscles to increase the dimension of your breasts. Simple chest press exercises can build up the muscle, allowing for a fuller appearance. Keep in mind, however, that exercise won't actually increase your breast tissue.

5. Buy "The Flat to Fab Breast Enlargement Program" by Lucille Sorella for tips on natural ways to increase the size of your breasts. See the Resources section below for a link.

Explore Therapy to Create a Positive Self-Image

1. Skip surgery altogether and seek therapy for your self-image. Women, who are unhappy with their physical exteriors, may use therapy to help them learn to love their bodies without opting for breast implants.

2. Seek a therapist who specifically works with body-image issues. Specialists in this area have typically treated many women with the same self-esteem issues you may be experiencing.

3. Appreciate your natural shape. If you have a negative self-image, a change of appearance may not eliminate this perception. Changing your breast size may shift your attention to other not-so-perfect areas of your body.

Tips & Warnings

• Breast implant surgery can cause complications, such as the loss of nipple sensitivity, in some cases. Discuss this possibility before opting for implants.

• Many changes to your natural breast tissue are irreversible. If there is a need to remove the implant, you may experience unacceptable dimpling or puckering of the skin.

Resources

• The Flat to Fab Breast Enlargement Program