Breast Augmentation (Mammoplasty)

Boost both confidence and appearance

Breast augmentation (known as Mammoplasty)  is one of the most commonly performed aesthetic surgeries worldwide. The procedure involves placing implants either behind the breast tissue or beneath the chest muscle to increase volume and improve contours. 

The surgery is often chosen for cosmetic enhancement, restoration after pregnancy or weight loss, or reconstruction following mastectomy or injury. Implant types, shapes, and placements are selected based on body type, desired appearance, and patient preference. The goal is to achieve a natural, balanced, and proportionate breast contours that aligns with the individual’s cosmetic expectations.

Who is a Candidate?

Adults seeking to:

• Enhance their breast size or shape for cosmetic reasons
• Restore volume loss after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
• Correct breast asymmetry or congenital deformities
• Reconstruct breasts following mastectomy or trauma.

Must have:

• Realistic expectations about outcomes
• Good physical and mental health
• Fully developed breasts (age ≥18 for saline implants; ≥22 for silicone).

Recovery timeline

May vary with provider.

• Hospital stay: Usually day surgery or overnight
• Initial recovery:
  • Soreness, swelling, and tightness for 1–2 weeks
  • Supportive surgical bra is worn continuously
• Return to light activities: 1–2 weeks
• Resume exercise/strenuous activity: 4–6 weeks
• Final results: Visible once swelling settles - around 2–3 months.

Benefits

• Enhanced breast size, shape, and symmetry
• Restores youthful contours and body proportions
• Improves self-image and confidence
• Long-lasting results
• Can correct volume loss after pregnancy or ageing.

Risks

• Bleeding, infection, or poor wound healing
• Capsular contracture (scar tissue tightening around implant)
• Implant rupture or leakage
• Changes in nipple or breast sensation (temporary or permanent).

Breast augmentation is a highly customisable procedure that can significantly improve body contour and self-confidence. While safe and effective, it requires careful surgical planning, informed consent, and long-term monitoring for implant integrity and aesthetic maintenance.

This is just an outline. Your specialist surgeon will be able to talk to you about these issues in more detail and make sure that there is informed consent.