Breast enlargement is a cosmetic surgery procedure, which involves increasing the size of your breasts with the use of implants (most common) or by using fat transferred from other parts of your body.
This cosmetic procedure is also known as augmentation mammaplasty, breast augmentation and more commonly; a boob job. It is one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgery in the UK.
You can use our procedure guide to breast enlargement to find out more about what is involved before, during and after surgery.
The aim of breast enlargement surgery is to change the shape and size of your breasts to make them look fuller and improve your body contour.
Your cosmetic surgeon typically uses breast implants for enlargement, but can also enlarge your boobs with the use of liposuction and fat transfer.
Liposuction can be used to suck out fat from one or more parts of your body and transfer it to your breasts. See our fat transfer procedure page for more information on this.
Below is a list of some of the reasons why you may decide to have your breasts enlarged:
Breast enlargement alone does not correct sagging, but it can be combined with other cosmetic procedures to further enhance your breasts and meet additional goals.
Your cosmetic surgeon may recommend other procedures to help you get the desired look you want, such as breast uplift or nipple surgery.
Surgery Time:
45 MinutesTime Off Work:
1 WeekHospital Stay:
Day CaseUsual Mobility:
1 dayWashing:
1 weekDriving:
1 weekCompression Garments:
SPORTS BRA WORN FOR 2 WEEKSExercise:
4-6 weeksSexual Activity:
Restricted activity after 4 weeksRecovery Time:
6 WeeksSleeping Position:
Sleeping on back recommended for 1-2 weeksProfessional Advice
The different procedures and different types of implants and techniques available is what our professional consultants are able to advise on.
Although breast enlargement is a way for many women to regain their self esteem and boost self confidence, it is a decision that should not be taken lightly.
If you are considering implants, then it is important to research and speak with a GMC registered surgeon, who can provide professional advice on your needs, realistic goals and procedure options that are available for you and your body type.
Discuss Your Needs With A Consultant
Many of the points to take in to consideration when looking for breast surgery include:
These are all important points that can be discussed with your cosmetic surgeon.
Your surgeon will also explain the advantages and risks of each of your choices and how it can affect your body.
The benefits of arranging a consultation with one of our professional cosmetic surgeons is that the advice is tailored to your exact needs and body shape.
When considering size, sample bras are available with different fillers, to give you an idea of what implants could, and should look like on your own body.
Certain factors can determine what procedure you should opt for, such as body-shape, build and weight.
Breast Enlargement surgery procedure involves creation of incisions in your breasts. These incisions may be created under your breast, towards your armpits or around the areola. Then breast implants are then placed either at the front or at the back of your pectoral (chest) muscles.
This procedure takes about one or two hours for successful completion and is usually carried out under general anaesthesia. We do advise overnight stay, however, you may return home the very same day if our surgeon is confident about it.
The implant size and the breast augmentation method used will be determined by your surgeon during the consultation session. This consultation is essential to ensure that the best recommendations and implants are offered that take into consideration your comfort and lifestyle.
Breast enlargement procedures are performed under general anaesthetic. Depending on your procedure, may perform one of three incisions.
1. Under the breast
2. Around the nipple
3. Near the arm-pit
Incision size depends on where about your chosen implant is being placed. Once placed, the incision is stitched and the breasts are supported with a dressing and support bra.
If your surgeon recommends that the breasts will need draining of blood and fluids post surgery, small tubes are left inside the breasts for a couple of days. This is common and does not indicate surgery problems.
As with all surgical procedures, there are some risks and complications that can occur.
With breast enlargement, there are a number of specific risks and side effects that you should be aware of before having breast surgery, including:
Infection
Infections are very rare in breast enlargement surgery, however, women can get an infection, which sometimes requires the implant to be removed and inserted at a later date.
Nerve Damage
Although loss of sensation around the nipple can occur on a temporary basis post surgery, there is a chance that some numbness can be permanent.
Rupture
An implant can rupture or leak because of injury – such as a blow to the breast, age or capsular contracture.
Capsular contracture
Internal scar tissue can form a capsule around the implant, which contracts it and causes it to change shape or feel hard. Although one of the more common complications, the chances of it happening are approximately 5%. In most cases, people will notice this complication within the first 24 months of surgery.
Displacement
Implants can sometimes displace inside the breast. Although moving implants is rare, if the displacement is large it will need to be corrected with surgery.
Necrosis
When cells or tissue die or fail to receive sufficient blood supply, it is known as necrosis. This can happen during the healing process and will require surgery to fix it.
Galactorrhoea
The spontaneous production of breast milk can happen after breast surgery. This complication is very rare but if it occurs can go away on its own. However, there has been cases where implant removal is required.
Haematoma
Sometimes a pool of clotted blood can collect in a cavity within the body, known as haematoma.
Seroma
Seroma is fluid that can develop in a cavity after surgery made up of blood plasma, which requires drainage.
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