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| TYPE | IMPLANT | FAT TRANSFER |
| AVG. RECOVERY | 2 TO 3 WEEKS | 1 TO 2 WEEKS |
| PERMANENCE | YES | 5 YEARS & MORE |
| SURGICAL | YES | YES |
| COST | FROM $11 888 | FROM $10 000 |
Breast augmentation or breast enhancement is a procedure done to increase the size of the breast. It is performed for women who have lost fullness after pregnancy or breastfeeding, and also for women who desire more volume. It is a popular method used to increase the size, augment the shape of the breast and improve the symmetry of a women’s breast. This is most often done using silicone cohesive-gel implants, saline implants and sometimes fat-grafting.
Breast augmentation is a signature procedure at Allure Plastic Surgery. It is done safely under sedation where the patient is asleep throughout the procedure. The patient is able to go home the same day with minimal downtime.
Breast implants serve as a breast filler that's either filled with silicone implant (cohesive-gel) or saline. The shell of the implant may be smooth or textured. Silicone breast implants also come in either round or tear-drop shapes and patients are able to opt for breast sizes down to the cup size. Implant size and type choices have their pros and cons, hence a detailed discussion with the surgeon is conducted before a final decision can be made.
The implant may be inserted through an inframammary fold incision (in the fold under the breast), a peri-areolar incision (around the nipple) or a trans-axillary incision (underarm). The final choice on the type of incision used is based on patient wishes, whether the surgery is first-time or a revision, and the size and shape of the implant.
The implant can either be placed:
A subglandular placement technique can provide a small lift and create a pronounced cleavage. There is also no risk of distortion when flexing. On the other hand, a subpectoral implant technique allows for a less defined and more tear-drop shape with more tissue coverage.
The dual-plane implant placement is most preferred as it offers the benefits of both the aforementioned techniques. Additionally, it also gives the most natural-looking appearance and offers a good breastfeeding success rate.
Ultimately, the type of breast implant placement should depend on a variety of factors, such as your desired look, your body type and existing breast tissue and the size and shape of the implants you have chosen.
Reconstruction of the breast may be required after removal of the breast (mastectomy), most commonly due to cancer and less so due to trauma or severe infection. Congenital conditions may also necessitate breast reconstruction. Mastectomy may be partial or total.
Reconstruction may be carried out at the same time as the mastectomy, termed primary reconstruction, or at a later stage, termed secondary reconstruction. This can be achieved through an autologous technique using tissue from either the patient’s tummy (preferred) or the patient’s back, or by using an implant prosthesis.
Breast reconstruction is a medical procedure, hence Medisave and insurance claims are possible.
Fat grafting to the breast can be performed in order to augment the size and symmetry of the breast. The fat is harvested from the patient’s tummy, thighs or buttocks, and may be done as part of a liposuction procedure or alone. The fat is then carefully processed using a well-established protocol and injected into the breasts. Staged procedures may be required to achieve the desired outcome. This is usually performed 3 months apart.
Fat grafting to the breast may also be performed for medical reasons, such as to correct deformities in the breast due to removal of large breast lumps or previous breast infections. Fat transfers involve delicate work with the breast tissue or even the chest muscle and must only be performed by a certified plastic surgeon. Please contact our clinic at Wisma Atria for more information.
Breast augmentation at Allure Plastic Surgery Singapore is carried out on an outpatient basis, meaning that there is no need for an overnight stay. Patients are given general anaesthesia and will be asleep through the procedure.
Patients experience some swelling and bruising but you will be able to return to work on day 2 or day 3. There are usually no visible scars.
The breast augmentation procedure is a signature procedure performed by Dr Samuel Ho. Trained in Korea, Dr Ho has extensive experience in performing breast shaping work.
To start, Dr Samuel Ho will conduct a detailed consultation to evaluate your body structure, physical build and discuss with you the changes you desire.
Patients are welcomed and encouraged to address any of their concerns or questions so that they can make a confident decision about undergoing breast augmentation surgery.
Breast augmentation can involve the use of breast implants or fat grafting techniques. It is a procedure done to increase the size of the breasts and is often performed for women who have lost fullness after pregnancy or breastfeeding, and also for women who desire more volume.
It is a popular method used to increase the size, augment the shape of the breast and improve the symmetry of a woman’s breast.
To start, Dr Samuel Ho will conduct a detailed consultation to evaluate your body structure, physical build and discuss with you the changes you desire.
Patients are welcomed and encouraged to address any of their concerns or questions so that they can make a confident decision about undergoing breast augmentation surgery.
The procedure is carried out on an outpatient basis, meaning that there is no need for an overnight stay.
Patients experience some swelling and bruising but you will be able to return to work on day 2 or day 3. The scar for breast implant surgery is a well-hidden 3cm linear scar on the lower fold crease of the breast.
