Calf Implants

What is Calf Augmentation?

Calf implants are usually desired by bodybuilders who intend to have larger, more muscular-looking legs as well as patients who want to correct an imbalance or physical deformity caused by a special disease or injury. This surgery, also known as calf augmentation, is performed to increase the size and shape of the leg calf. In this operation, specialists place a flexible, but solid silicone implant into the lower leg's natural contours to enhance the size and shape of the calves. They have a variety of options to choose based on your expectations and goals. These implants may be placed on either one of the legs or both. A patient may also ask the surgeon to enlarge only the inner head of the muscle, the outer head, or both.

Individuals usually decide to have this operation for multiple reasons. Mostly, they are not happy with the appearance of their lower legs particularly the leg calf. This problem could be so annoying in a way that patients refuse to wear clothes that expose their legs. In some cases, they may become tired of exercising with the goal of enlarging the calf muscles. Therefore, the last solution for them would be Calf Augmentation. This surgery might also be chosen to correct deformities such as polio, club foot, and spina bifida caused by injury or nerve diseases that result in muscle deterioration. Specialists use solid, soft silicone implants to tackle the problems patients have. Thus, you don't need to worry about the result if you consult with a skilled surgeon about your concerns in advance. In this case, you can help them determine the best technique considering your needs.

It's important to think of the benefits this operation has before making up your mind:

• It is safe, effective, and common
• It corrects muscle imbalance, skinny chicken legs, and damage from polio and spina bifida
• It has proven to boost self-confidence
• It can be conducted for both men and women

Why Iran?

Before having any cosmetic surgery, you should consult with a knowledgeable specialist to ensure you have made a rational decision. In this case, you will have the opportunity to express your expectations and goals as well. To go through this critical stage, you should look for an expert who understands your concerns and can propose a satisfactory solution. Iranian cosmetic surgeons are the ones you can easily trust to ask any question you want. They have extensive knowledge and invaluable experience specially in this field. They perform many cosmetic surgeries successfully every year and can help you meet your needs. You can make sure they will choose the most suitable procedure that enhances your appearance considerably, inform you of the whole operation, and clarify the healing process. Additionally, if you decide to get these surgeries in Iran's specialized clinics, you will be offered the most up-to-date services with a low cost. Thus, you can save considerable amount of money while traveling to this beautiful country for enhancing your appearance.

Who Can Benefit From Calf Augmentation?

All individuals in good overall health and an average physical condition who are not satisfied with the size and shape of their leg calfs can think of this surgery as an efficient solution for their problems. In addition, you should have a positive outlook and realistic goals in your mind for getting this surgery because if this is not the case and you want to perform this surgery just for the sake of gaining others' satisfaction, you are recommended to think twice about your decision.

Procedure

Before performing the surgery, specialists measure your legs and prepare the most appropriate implants for solving your problems. The operation is typically carried out at a modern surgery center with up-to-date specialized facilities. The whole process usually takes about one or two hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure.  

At first, specialists make an incision in the fascia, the soft covering of the gastrocnemius muscle. To do so, they use a special instrument to create a pocket between this fascia and the underlying muscle. This pocket will be made big enough for the implant to fit into. Afterwards, the implant is gently inserted into the pocket and the same procedure might be adopted to insert the second implant into the same leg. The surgeons examine the leg to see if the desired result is obtained. Finally, they close the incision with several stitches. You don't need to worry about the visibility of the scars since surgeons try to keep incisions as minimal as possible and hide them in the natural lines of your skin. Following operation, the implant will become enclosed by scar tissue. This process helps the device stay unchanged and remain in place for a long period of time.

Recovery

After the surgery, your specialist will inform you of the steps you should follow to accelerate the recovery and healing process. It's better to ask someone to take care of you since you should rest and take some time off work for a while.

The recovery process is usually divided into two parts: short-term surgical recovery and long term cosmetic recovery. The surgical recovery is the first week in which patients are permitted to walk because it allows the muscles to start becoming accustomed to having the implants present and allows the skin of the legs to stretch. They should also have the legs elevated when lying or sitting to reduce probable swelling and discomfort. During this period, patients should avoid lifting heavy objects and doing strenuous physical exercises. After the first week, the patient will gradually feel more comfortable. At this time, the long-term recovery starts. You can feel free to walk normally as time passes because your skin is beginning to stretch. There may be some bruising around the incisions which fade away over time. Generally, after a month or two, you can go back to routine daily activities. It's important to note that the length of recovery process highly depends on the placement of the implants. Surgeons usually place them just beneath the fascia to shorten the length of healing process. In this case, patients can ensure that the results would be natural.

The Results

The outcomes of this operation highly depend on the complexity of the technique employed by the surgeon because there might be swelling and some bruising after a surgery, which includes various procedures. In addition, based on the individuals' muscles and skin, the results might appear earlier or later than expected; while some people bruise easily, others don't. Both will normally fade after a week or two. The final result will be achieved a few months after the surgery. At this time, patients can enjoy the new aesthetic appearance of their legs and wear whatever kind of clothes they desire. In almost all cases, calf implants provide the favorable body contour symmetry as well.