Breast Augmentation (Implants)
Fuller, natural-looking breasts with improved proportions
Who: Small/deflated breasts, postpartum volume loss, asymmetry.
Technique/Anesthesia: Dual-plane; inframammary/periareolar; cohesive silicone; general.
Time/Stay: 60–90 min; day-case or 1 night.
Recovery: Desk work 3–5 d; gym 4–6 w.
Scar/Lasting: IMF/areolar/axillary; long-term follow-up with US/MRI as advised.
Mini FAQ
Natural look?
Size/width/projection are matched to your chest; dual-plane for soft upper pole.
Replace every 10 years?
No fixed deadline—change if there’s an issue or preference.
Combine with?
Lift for sagging, small fat grafts for edges/cleavage.
Breast Augmentation
(Fat Grafting)
Subtle 0.5–1.5 cup enhancement using your own fat
Who: Wants natural feel, small asymmetry, avoids implants.
Technique/Anesthesia: Liposuction, fat harvest + microfat injections; general/sedation.
Time/Stay: 90–150 min; day-case.
Recovery: Swelling 1–2 w; compression at lipo sites.
Scar/Lasting: Tiny ports; part resorbs—touch-ups may be needed.
Mini FAQ
How much increase?
~100–250 mL/side typical; 1–2 sessions may be planned.
Imaging safety?
Safe; calcifications can be read by radiology—baseline imaging helps.
Combine with?
Upper-pole shaping after lift, cleavage refinement with implants.
Breast Reduction
Lighter, smaller, lifted breasts; relief of neck/back discomfort
Who: Symptomatic hypertrophy, grooves, rashes, activity limits.
Technique/Anesthesia: Vertical/anchor patterns; superior, superomedial pedicle; general.
Time/Stay: 2–4 h; 1 night.
Recovery: Drains 0–1 night; work 7–10 d; sport 4–6 w.
Scar/Lasting: Areolar + vertical ± IMF; fades over months; long-lasting shape.
Mini FAQ
Sensation/breastfeeding?
Usually preserved but may change—technique chosen to protect it.
How small?
Sized to your frame and goals for balanced proportions.
Combine with?
Side/axillary lipo; areola reduction.
Breast Lift
(Mastopexy)
Higher, firmer shape—volume unchanged unless combined
Who: Ptosis after pregnancy/weight loss, low nipple position.
Technique/Anesthesia: Periareolar/vertical/anchor; auto-augmentation or implant if needed; general.
Time/Stay: 1.5–3 h; day-case or 1 night.
Recovery: Tapes 2–3 w; work 5–7 d.
Scar/Lasting: Areolar + vertical ± IMF; longevity depends on tissue & gravity.
Mini FAQ
With implant?
Yes—if upper-pole fullness is desired (augmentation-mastopexy).
Scars?
Planned to sit in natural borders; fade over months; silicone sheeting helpful.
Combine with?
Fat graft to upper pole; side lipo.
Breast Lift & Augmentation
(Lift + Implant)
Lifted position with upper-pole fullness in one stage
Who: Deflation + sagging (ptosis).
Technique: Dual-plane implant + tailored mastopexy; general.
Time/Stay: 2–3 h; 1 night.
Recovery: Work 7–10 d; sport 4–6 w.
Scar/Lasting: Periareolar + vertical ± IMF; long-term with support bra.
Mini FAQ
One vs staged?
One-stage common; staged chosen if tissues very lax or big size change.
Implant size limits?
Lift dictates safe width/projection; natural proportions first.
Combine with?
Small fat grafts for blending/cleavage
Areola Reduction
Smaller, symmetric areolas with discreet scars
Who: Enlarged/asymmetric areolas, post-breastfeeding changes.
Technique/Anesthesia: Periareolar (Benelli) with purse-string sutures; local/sedation.
Time/Stay: 30–60 min; day-case.
Recovery: Sutures 7–10 d; swelling 1–3 w.
Scar/Lasting: At areolar border; shape maintained with internal support sutures.
Mini FAQ
Sensation?
Usually preserved; temporary changes may occur.
Alone or combined?
Often done alone under local or with lift/reduction.
Combine with?
Fat grafting, breast implant, nipple reduction
Explant (Removal) ± Lift
Return to natural breast; comfort and simplicity.
Who: Personal preference, rupture/contracture, BII concerns.
Technique: Total/partial capsulectomy; en-bloc when indicated; lift often added.
Time/Stay: 1.5–3 h; 1 night.
Recovery: 7–10 d; garment; shape settles over weeks.
Scar/Lasting: Usually old incision; lasting.
Mini FAQ
Aesthetic outcome?
Depends on skin/volume—lift and/or fat graft refine shape.
Safety?
Discuss options & pathology when relevant; imaging follow-up continues.
Combine with?
Mastopexy, fat graft.
