Breast Augmentation

A surgical procedure to enhance the size, shape and fullness of the breasts using silicone or saline implants — for natural, proportionate, confidence-boosting results.

What Is It?

Augmentation mammoplasty, or breast augmentation, is a surgical procedure to increase the size, shape or fullness of a woman's breasts. Silicone or saline implants are placed under the chest muscles or breast tissue. Also known as breast enhancement, mammoplasty or simply 'a boob job', it is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures in the world. A breast implant is a medical prosthesis with a firm silicone outer shell, filled with either saline solution or viscous silicone gel. Saline implants can be filled to varying volumes that affect feel, firmness and shape, while silicone implants offer a softer, more natural feel. The procedure can enlarge naturally small breasts, restore size and shape after pregnancy, weight loss or breastfeeding, correct asymmetry, and reconstruct the breast after surgery for breast cancer or other conditions.

Duration

1–2 hours under general anaesthetic

Results

Visible immediately; final shape at 3–6 months as implants settle

Recovery

Day-care or overnight stay; 1–2 weeks off work; avoid heavy lifting for ~6 weeks

The Procedure

Consultation & Implant Selection

Detailed assessment of your goals, anatomy and lifestyle. Our team helps you choose the implant type (saline or silicone), size, profile and placement (under the muscle or directly under the breast tissue).

Surgical Placement

The procedure is usually done under general anaesthesia (preferred over local). Incisions are made in a minimally visible location — around the areola, in the breast crease or in the armpit — and the implant is placed either behind the breast tissue or behind the chest muscle.

Aesthetic Closure & Settling

The incisions are sutured aesthetically to minimise scarring. Implants then settle into their final shape and position over the next 3–6 months.

Key Benefits

Increases breast size and improves overall fullness

Restores volume lost after pregnancy or weight changes

Improves breast symmetry

Customised implant size, shape and profile to suit your body

Multiple incision options to keep scarring discreet

Use of premium Motiva silicone implants — global leaders in safety and aesthetics

Long-lasting, natural look and feel

Aftercare Guide

Wear the prescribed surgical bra for support and to reduce swelling
Take antibiotics and pain medication as advised
Sleep on your back with the upper body slightly elevated initially
Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous upper-body exercise for ~6 weeks
Inform other healthcare providers about your implants for proper mammogram interpretation
Attend follow-up reviews and the standard aftercare programme for ongoing peace of mind