Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation enhances shape and volume using implants or fat transfer to achieve natural, balanced, and proportionate results.
What is it?
Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty,is a surgical procedure designed to enhance breast size, shape, and symmetry.The goal is not simply to increase volume, but to achieve harmony with thepatient’s overall proportions and natural frame.
Under the care of Dr. Motakis, every breast augmentation istailored to the individual’s anatomy, goals, and lifestyle. Surgical precisionand aesthetic intuition are combined to create results that feel authentic tothe patient’s body. Implant selection, incision placement, and pocketpositioning are carefully planned to ensure optimal, balanced enhancement.
Whether restoring volume lost after pregnancy or weightchanges, or creating a more proportionate silhouette, the approach emphasizesnatural-looking results that complement the body rather than overpower it.
How does it work?
Breast augmentation is performed using implants to enhance breast volume and contour. The procedure typically requires a small incision placed within the natural crease underneath the breast, where it is well hidden.
Implants can be positioned either beneath the breast tissue (subglandular augmentation) or beneath the pectoralis muscle in what is known as a dual-plane augmentation. More often than not, a submuscular, subpectoral dual-plane approach is used. This technique provides improved camouflage of the implant, a more natural appearance, and reduced implant visibility—particularly in thinner individuals. It is also protective of the implant and is associated with a lower risk of hardening around the implant, known as capsular contracture.
The procedure typically lasts one to two hours and is performed under general anesthesia. During the consultation process, significant time is spent discussing implant type, projection, and sizing in a highly individualized manner. This allows for a tailored plan that aligns with the patient’s goals while maintaining a natural result.
Recovery and downtime
Following surgery, most patients experience swelling, tightness, or pressure in the chest, which typically subsides over the first one to two weeks. Light activity can usually be resumed after about one week, while more strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for approximately four to six weeks.
Support garments are worn to aid healing and maintain implant positioning and are typically used for a period of about four weeks. Follow-up visits are scheduled to monitor healing and guide recovery. Scars gradually fade over time and become less noticeable with appropriate care.
Final results continue to refine over the first few months as swelling resolves and the implants settle into a natural position.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between silicone and saline implants?
Silicone implants offer a wider range of options in terms of shape, projection, and overall feel compared to saline implants. This allows for more precise customization based on a patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals. Silicone implants are most commonly used today due to their natural appearance.
How long do breast implants last?
Breast implants are not lifetime medical devices. Over time, implants may rupture or develop hardening around them, known as capsular contracture. These are the two most common reasons an implant may need to be revisited. Many implants last well over a decade, but replacement may eventually be necessary depending on implant changes or patient preferences.
Will the results look natural?
Dr. Motakis’ philosophy emphasizes proportion, balance, and subtlety. Implant selection, pocket positioning, and surgical technique are carefully planned to harmonize with the patient’s frame, resulting in natural-looking, refined outcomes.
Can breast augmentation correct asymmetry?
Yes. Most patients have some degree of natural asymmetry.Breast augmentation allows for precise adjustments in implant size, projection,and positioning to improve overall balance and proportion.
What is the downtime like?
Most patients return to light daily activities after about one week. Exercise and heavy lifting are typically restricted for four to six weeks, depending on individual healing and recovery.
Can breast augmentation be combined with a lift?
Yes. When breast sagging or skin laxity is present, a breast lift (mastopexy) can be performed at the same time as augmentation to improve both breast shape and position.
Will breast implants affect mammograms or breast cancer screening?
Breast implants do not prevent routine breast cancer screening. Specialized mammogram techniques are used for patients with implants, and patients should inform their radiology team prior to imaging.
Can I breastfeed after breast augmentation?
Most patients are able to breastfeed after breast augmentation, particularly when the incision is placed in the breast crease and breast tissue is preserved. Individual anatomy and prior breast surgery may also play a role.
How do I choose the right implant size?
Choosing the right implant size is a collaborative process that takes into account chest width, existing breast tissue, body proportions, and personal goals. Cup size alone is not a reliable measure. Detailed consultation and sizing discussions help ensure a balanced, natural result.
How soon will I see my final result?
Final results are typically appreciated once healing is complete, usually between three and six months, as swelling resolves and the implants settle into their natural position.
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