Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation, also known as breast enlargement, is an elective surgical procedure aimed at enlarging and enhancing the breasts by placing silicone gel implants into the breast tissue.

Breast implants can serve various purposes, such as restoring breast size, shape, position, and firmness after factors like pregnancy, weight loss, aging, or even achieving a desired breast shape. For any reason, it is essential to engage in a consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon to discuss your individual needs and goals and determine the most suitable approach.

At Champs-Élysées Aesthetic Medical Center, our experienced surgeons prioritize thorough one-on-one consultations, where they discuss all available options with you, addressing any questions or concerns you may have.

All breast implants come with a ten-year warranty for both capsular contracture and implant rupture. Our comprehensive after-care support package for breast surgery involves regular check-ins and assessments by our expert nursing team and your surgeon. Additionally, we offer various options, not limited to breast implants, by specialist plastic surgeons proficient in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery.

What Is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation, also known as breast enlargement, is a cosmetic procedure involving the use of breast implants to enhance the size and shape of the breasts. This procedure offers several advantages to individuals who may be self-conscious about their breast size, and shape or have experienced changes in their breasts due to factors like pregnancy or weight loss.

Increased breast size: The primary benefit of breast augmentation is the enhancement of breast size. This can be especially beneficial for individuals who have long felt self-conscious about their breast size or experienced changes due to pregnancy or weight loss.
Improved breast shape: Another advantage of breast augmentation is the ability to enhance breast shape. This can be particularly helpful for individuals with breast asymmetry or post-pregnancy changes.
Increased self-confidence: Many individuals experience a significant boost in self-confidence after breast augmentation, feeling more attractive and self-assured.
Better proportions: Breast augmentation can enhance overall body proportions by harmonizing the breasts with the hips and waist, creating a balanced figure.

Breast Implant Options

When considering breast augmentation, one of the most critical decisions is choosing the right type of implant. Options include silicone, saline, and alternative methods like fat transfer. Each implant type has its advantages and disadvantages, making consultation with a specialist plastic surgeon essential.

Silicone implants: These implants are filled with a cohesive gel resembling natural breast tissue, providing a more natural look and feel compared to saline implants.
Saline implants: Filled with sterile salt water, saline implants are less expensive and offer various sizes and shapes, ideal for individuals with smaller breast tissue.
Alternative options such as fat transfer: Fat transfer involves using the patient’s fat to enhance breast size and shape, resulting in a natural look and feel, though with less volume compared to silicone or saline implants.
Textured vs. Smooth: Both silicone and saline implants come in textured and smooth variations. Textured implants are less likely to rotate, reducing the risk of capsular contracture.

Implant Shape

Breast implants come in two primary shapes: round and teardrop (anatomical). Round implants provide a full and round appearance, while teardrop-shaped implants aim to mimic the natural breast shape.

Selecting the appropriate breast implant size is a crucial aspect of the breast augmentation process, influencing the overall outcome and your satisfaction. Several factors should be considered when making this choice:

Body Proportions: Implant size should be proportionate to your body type. Smaller frames may not accommodate excessively large implants, while larger individuals may not achieve noticeable results with smaller implants.
Current Breast Size: Your existing breast size can influence the implant size required. Individuals with minimal natural breast tissue may need larger implants for the desired volume.
Lifestyle and Activities: Consider your lifestyle and physical activities. Larger implants may not be practical or comfortable for athletes or those engaged in high-impact activities.
Goals and Preferences: Your desired outcome and personal preferences are crucial. Smaller implants may create a more natural look, while larger implants offer a more dramatic change.

Consultation With A Plastic Surgeon

Lastly, consult with an experienced plastic surgeon who can help determine the appropriate breast implant size based on your unique needs, goals, and preferences. They will provide recommendations on size, shape, and profile, taking into account your breast anatomy and skin elasticity, ensuring a safe and successful procedure.

Who Should Consider Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation is generally suitable for individuals in good health with realistic expectations about the procedure. Smoking cessation or avoidance before and after surgery is advisable for better healing. Breast augmentation is often performed for cosmetic reasons, enhancing one’s self-image and self-esteem. Suitable candidates include those with small breasts (micromastia), breast asymmetry, breast volume loss after pregnancy and breastfeeding, or changes in breast shape due to weight loss.

The Breast Augmentation Consultation

The decision to undergo breast augmentation is deeply personal, and the surgeon is dedicated to guiding and supporting prospective patients throughout the process. During the initial consultation, you’ll discuss your reasons, undergo a medical examination, and explore implant sizes and types, often with visualizations to boost your confidence. After all questions are answered, the surgeon will determine if breast augmentation is the right choice for you.

Breast Augmentation Cost: Pricing For Implants & Fees

Breast augmentation surgery is a personalized procedure with costs that can vary among patients due to several determining factors. These factors encompass the specific type of procedure, the choice of implant, desired results, and the duration of the surgical procedure.

Additionally, the overall cost of breast augmentation surgery may be influenced by the necessity of supplementary procedures, like a breast lift or fat transfer, to achieve the patient’s envisioned outcome. In certain instances, breast augmentation becomes a part of a more comprehensive transformation, such as a “mummy makeover.”

The comprehensive cost of breast augmentation surgery typically encompasses the surgeon’s fee, fees for the anesthetist, the cost of the breast implants, hospital fees, as well as surgical aftercare and support.