Reported benefits
Consistent and permanent increase in circumference, an outpatient procedure with relatively short recovery compared with other surgeries, and immediate visible result from the day of placement.
Risks to consider
As with any surgery, there is a risk of infection and hematoma; there can also be temporary changes in sensitivity during recovery. Specific rates are discussed in consultation based on the surgeon's practice and the clinical literature.
What determines the outcome
Surgical technique, individual anatomy and proper postoperative follow-up are the factors that most influence the result — not every patient obtains the same outcome, and that is explained honestly at the candidacy consultation, not after the procedure.
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