In most cases, breast augmentation involves the insertion of an implant behind the breast tissue or under the chest muscle. Careful micro-incision techniques are used to place the implant with minimal scarring – beneath the breast, above or below the chest muscle.
Nowadays, most breast implants are silicone-filled and are typically classified by their shape (teardrop or round) and surface covering (smooth or textured) – the use of which will depend on your goals and the professional recommendation of your surgeon.
For eligible patients, we offer fat transfer as an alternative to using breast implants, whereby the patient's own body fat is extracted, processed, and transferred to their breasts. This method allows patients to enjoy the benefits of fat reduction in one area while enhancing the size of their breasts without the need for implants.
The results tend to feel more natural (as it is the patient’s own tissues), and are permanent once the fat stabilizes, leaving minute scars that are hardly visible. It can help to achieve sizeable increases in breast volume, depending on the individual’s tissue conditions.
At SW1, we use a patented technology that is FDA-approved to isolate pure fat from free oils and impurities. This results in better fat harvesting, higher purity, and improved survival rates for transferred fat. Our procedure is both safe and comfortable while delivering effective results for our patients.
Breasts tend to lose their laxity and shape as a result of ageing, pregnancy, significant weight loss or breastfeeding. Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, can help to lift and reshape sagging or drooping breasts; it may be paired with breast augmentation for optimal results.
There are different incision techniques to remove excess skin and reposition the breast tissue, with each technique designed for varying degrees of skin laxity. While certain parts of the incisions can be hidden underneath the breast, other parts may be more noticeable on and around the areola. To ensure the maximum preservation of sensation and the ability to breastfeed, the underlying breast tissue is kept connected to the areola.
Following a breast lift, it can take up to six months for the swelling to fully subside and for the breasts to settle into their final, more lifted position.
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