What it is:

Placement of an implant to increase breast size

Women who:

  • Desire an increase in the size of their breasts
  • Are satisfied with the location of their nipples/areolas (do not feel they are too low)
  • Are satisfied with the location of their breasts on their chest (feel as if their breasts do not sag too much)
  • Want more fullness in the upper portion of their breasts

* 1 hour

Sedation or general

No

Average is 4 to 7 days; many women undergo the procedure on a Thursday or Friday and return to work or school by the following Monday

  • Return immediately to non-strenuous activities which do not raise your heart rate or blood pressure, and won’t result in breaking into a sweat
  • Resume strenuous activities in 2 weeks

No

  • No drainage tubes are inserted
  • You may shower 24 hours after surgery
  • There are no stitches to remove

* Times may vary since each case is unique

** Check with your health care provider about your specific restrictions