Acupuncture
has recently come out from being a niche treatment to
mainstream medical science. Studies have shown that
acupuncture provides relief from pain, but it has also
been used to create the
effects of a face lift, and in some cases, as a
substitute for
Botox.
In Taiwan, acupuncture is being used for
breast enlargement, along the lines of the
Brava
system.
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The
craze in Taiwan (and subsequently in Southeast Asia) was
started by local celebrities. The sessions last about one
to two hours and the pain is minimal. Most patients will
feel the pain but it is like getting a flu shot or
getting
your blackheads out at the spa. (Related:
Acupuncture
plastic surgery alternatives)
What results can you expect?
Of
course, do not expect the same results as that from a
proper
breast augmentation procedure. So far the number of
people who have tried acupuncture for this purpose is
extremely small and the improvement is minimal at ~10% or
not more than one cup size. |
 Should you give it a try?
Yes,
because the risks are simply not there. Acupuncture
may work for those women who are looking for only a
minor improvement without surgery (either because of
cost or risks or scars). Not all women respond the
same way to
acupuncture and results vary
significantly. (Related:
Increase breast size through diet and exercise)
How much does it cost?
Much
less than cosmetic surgery. The acupuncturists
charge according to the time spent, and that means
for less than $100 an hour, you can get the
procedure almost anywhere. The number of procedures
will be determined by your individual situation and
your
acupuncturist may be in a better position to
tell you.
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