Stretch marks are typically diagnosed based on an examination of your skin and a review of your medical history. If your doctor suspects an increase in your cortisol production, he or she may recommend additional tests.

You may not like how stretch marks make your skin look, but they don’t require medical treatment. They are harmless and often fade over time. If you do seek treatment for stretch marks, know that treatments are only partially effective and won’t remove them completely.

The following treatments are among those available to help improve the appearance and texture of stretch marks. None has been proved to be more consistently successful than the others.

• Retinoid cream. Derived from vitamin A, retinoids — such as tretinoin (Retin-A, Renova, Avita) — that you apply to your skin may improve the appearance of stretch marks less than a few months old. Tretinoin, when it works, helps to rebuild collagen, making the stretch marks look more like your normal skin. Tretinoin can irritate your skin.If you’re pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor about other treatment options, because possible side effects of retinoid cream may affect the baby.
• Light and laser therapies. A variety of light and laser therapies are available to help stimulate the growth of collagen or elastin in your skin. Your doctor can help you determine which technique is appropriate for you.
• Microdermabrasion. This type of treatment involves a hand-held device that blows crystals onto skin. These crystals gently remove a fine layer of skin, promoting the growth of new, more-elastic skin.

Work with your doctor to choose the most appropriate treatment or combination of treatments for you. Factors to consider include:

• How long you’ve had the stretch marks
• Your skin type
• Convenience, as some therapies require repeated doctor visits
• Cost, as treatments to improve appearance (cosmetic therapies) often aren’t covered by medical insurance
• Your expectations

Many creams, ointments and other products claim to prevent or treat stretch marks. Products made of cocoa butter, vitamin E and glycolic acid, for example, aren’t harmful, but they probably won’t help much either.

Stretch marks usually fade and become less noticeable over time and don’t require any specific self-care or home therapy.

The idea that you can prevent or treat stretch marks by rubbing creams, oils or lotions on your skin is not supported by strong evidence.

If you’re pregnant, check with your doctor before using alternative products that claim to treat or prevent stretch marks.

If you seek treatment for stretch marks, prepare for your appointment by listing some basic questions to ask your doctor, including:

• What is likely causing my stretch marks?
• Other than the most likely cause, what are other possible causes for my symptoms?
• What are my treatment options and the pros and cons for each?
• What results can I expect?

Your doctor is likely to ask you several questions, such as:

• When did you first notice the stretch marks?
• Do you have other symptoms?
• What medications are you taking?
• Do you regularly use cortisone skin creams?

Implants can also be filled with sterile salt water. Saline breast implants are chosen by women who do not want silicone implants. They offer uniform shape but feel slightly firmer and less like natural breast tissue.

Polyurethane breast implants are polyurethane foam-covered silicone implants. The layer of polyurethane foam gives the implants a “furry” feel and they are sometimes called furry or hairy implants.

They offer a reduced risk of capsular contracture (where internal scar tissue forms a constricting capsule around your breast implant and contracts it) and, they are held in place more securely as their polyurethane-coating makes them less likely to rotate or displace.

Breast enlargement is performed under a general anaesthetic and usually takes about an hour and a half.

Typically, your surgeon will place the implant directly behind your breast as this gives the most natural result. Some women do not have enough breast skin and tissue to cover the implant and their surgeon may recommend placing the implant behind their pectoral muscle.

A small cut will be made in the crease under your breast, a pocket will be created and, your implant will be placed inside. Your incision will then be stitched.

Usually you will go home the same day or the day after your breast enlargement surgery. Here at C3 Healthcare we provide excellent aftercare and a restful environment for your breast augmentation recovery. Our professional and experienced cosmetic surgery nurses will ensure you receive all the care, advice and attention you need for your breast augmentation.

You will need to wear a post-surgical bra (similar to a sports bra) 24-hours a day, to support and protect your breasts, for several weeks after your surgery.

After your procedure we will arrange a follow up consultation to see how you are doing. We offer outpatient care for up to 60 days after your discharge as part of your package.

Following your surgery, you should be able to return to work after the first week, depending on your job type and, resume normal activities within four to six weeks.

Before proceeding with surgery, you need to know your breast enlargement cost.

Our breast enlargement packages vary depending upon your individual requirements such as: implant size and type and, whether you will require an overnight stay or a day case procedure.

Following your consultation with a cosmetic breast surgeon and when you are ready to make you choices, we will give you a fixed price package that is guaranteed for at least three months. Here at C3 Health Care we offer fixed price breast augmentation care packages as we understand that you need to know the exact cost of a breast enlargement without the worry of any hidden extras.

Your fixed package breast augmentation cost includes: all hospital costs, your cosmetic surgeon and consultant anaesthetist involved in your breast augmentation surgery, outpatient care for 60 days after discharge, one follow up consultation and, your hospital stay even if it becomes longer or more complex than anticipated. The only additional charges are for your initial outpatient consultation with a cosmetic surgeon and any further follow up appointments that may be necessary.

We offer self-funding choices including affordable and competitive finance options that are easy to arrange so that you can focus on your breast enlargement procedure without waiting.

C3 Health Care is a leading cosmetic surgery provider in India. We have over years of experience in cosmetic surgery and breast enlargements are one of our most common surgeries chosen for cosmetic reasons.

We pride ourselves on providing convenient and local appointments with GMC registered surgeons, who are highly experienced and qualified with a special interest in plastic surgery and, hold or have held an NHS post. They offer: straightforward yet detailed information, the opportunity to ask any questions and, first class, personally tailored expert care using high quality implants.

If you decide to proceed with surgery, C3 Health Care India have a 14-day ‘cooling off period’ after your consultation to ensure you are comfortable with your decision. You are under no obligation to proceed with breast enlargement surgery if you decide after all it isn’t for you.