Breast Augmentation with Implants
Enhance Your Breasts and Silhouette
What Is Breast Augmentation with Implants ?
Breast augmentation with silicone gel implants is a cosmetic surgery that aims to enhance the breasts by increasing volume and improving their shape. This procedure creates a more harmonious and rounded breasts while respecting the proportions of the body for a natural and long lasting result.
Why considering it ?
Improve Volume, Shape, and Firmness
Hypomastia refers to insufficient development of breast tissue, often occurring bilaterally, which means both breasts can be affected. Factors such as aging, pregnancy, or weight loss can also lead to a loss of volume and skin laxity in the breast area. Breast augmentation with implants increases breast volume, restores fullness, improves firmness, and provides a natural and rounded shape.
Correction of Asymmetries
In cases of size or shape asymmetry, breast augmentation can help correct these differences and create balance.
A Matter of Self-Confidence and Desire
Some women choose this surgery to feel more comfortable in their bodies and to boost their self-confidence. Breast augmentation with implants offers a solution for achieving results that are in harmony with the patient’s silhouette and desires. Others opt for it because they prefer fuller, more balanced, and well-contoured breasts.
An Important Symbol of Femininity
For women who have undergone mastectomy due to breast cancer, breast reconstruction with implants can help restore their femininity and regain confidence.
How does it work ?
Personalized Consultation
Before the procedure, a consultation with the surgeon is necessary to assess the needs and expectations of the patient. After an open and relaxed discussion about motivations, preferences, and concerns, the surgeon evaluates the breasts to establish an appropriate treatment plan. Measurements are taken to select the type and size of the implants that best matches your breasts shape and dimensions. Additionally, information and explanations will be provided regarding the breast augmentation surgery process, pre- and post-operative instructions, as well as benefits and risks. Depending on the case, pre-operative tests may be prescribed. Breast implants can be classified based on: Shape (anatomical or round), Filling (silicone gel or saline), Surface (smooth, nano-textured, micro-textured, textured, polyurethane), and Brand (various options depending on patient preference). Breast augmentation surgery is performed under general anesthesia and lasts between 1 to 1.5 hours.
Procedure Steps
- The incision is most of the time discreetly placed under the breast in the infra-mammary fold, but it can also be situated around the areola, or sometimes in the armpit, depending on the chosen technique. - The implants are positioned either on top of or under the pectoralis major muscle, depending on tissue characteristics, patient's morphology, and preferences. - Scars gradually fade and can be treated with specific creams to improve their appearance.
What happens next ?
Immediate Recovery Phase
After the procedure, a surgical bra is recommended to support the breasts and promote healing. The compressive bra should be worn for 6 to 8 weeks. Patients may feel discomfort in the breast area akin to soreness after intense exercise. Pain relief medications may be prescribed to enhance post-operative comfort. Mild swelling and bruising are common and gradually subside.
Return to Social Life
A social rest period of 10 to 14 days is recommended. During the 6 to 8 weeks post-operative period, it is advised to avoid physical exertion, particularly lifting heavy objects or engaging in sports.
Follow-Up and Healing
Follow-up appointments with the surgeon are essential to monitor healing progress and ensure that results meet the patient's expectations. Scars gradually fade over time and can be treated with creams or specific dressings to improve their appearance.
Final Results
The final results after Breast Augmentation are visible after 6 months to 1 year, once tissues have stabilized and scars have faded. The breasts will then appear natural, harmonious, and in accordance with the patient’s expectations.
Tips for Optimal Recovery
Avoid direct sun exposure on the scars to prevent pigmentation. Maintain a balanced diet and avoid smoking to promote proper healing. Follow the surgeon's recommendations regarding wearing the supportive bra. By adhering to these guidelines and having realistic expectations, patients can experience a significant enhancement of their breasts, silhouette, and self-confidence after breast augmentation.