Breast Enlargement

Breast augmentation is done by inserting a prosthesis (round or anatomical) under the breast tissue, resulting in a larger and more aesthetic breast.

The prosthesis is inserted through an incision at the lower breast fold or areola, and can be placed in front or behind the pectoral muscle.

This procedure is done under general anaesthesia, takes one hour to perform and in most cases can be done in day clinic.

During your consultation your surgeon will discuss with you the options concerning the volume and shape of the prosthesis, location of the prosthesis and possible incision site. Your surgeon will guide you in your choice. He will also discuss with you the possible discomforts and complications.

Breast Reduction

Back pain, neck pain and fatigue can result from having too large breasts.

Unlike a breast lift, the main goal of this intervention is to alleviate the functional symptoms.

A breast reduction is performed via an anchor-shaped incision (circular incision around the areola, vertical incision on the chest and an incision below the breast crease) a part of the mammary gland is removed, the mammary gland is reshaped and the skin over it is redraped.

This procedure is done under general anaesthesia, takes two to three hours to perform and a hospitalization of two to three days is required.

During your consultation your surgeon will discuss with you the options on the desired volume after the reduction and possible incisions. He will also discuss with you the possible discomforts and complications.

Breast Lifting (Up-Lift)

Due to loss of breast tissue (after pregnancy, weight loss, menopause) and loss of skin elasticity, the breasts can begin to hang over time.

With a breast lift, the breast tissue is placed back to a higher position (lifted), sometimes in combination with the placement of a prosthesis, resulting in a younger and more aesthetic breast.

This procedure is done under general anaesthesia, takes two hours to perform and in some cases can be performed in day clinic, though a night hospital stay is sometimes required.

During your consultation you will discuss with your surgeon about the necessary incisions in order to achieve an optimal result. He will also discuss with you the possible discomforts and complications.

Breast Reconstruction

There are two types of breast reconstructions: reconstruction by prosthesis and reconstruction using your own tissue.

For reconstruction by prosthesis an implant is placed in the place of the breast in a similar way as an aesthetic implant augmentation. However, there are two fundamental differences. The first is the absence of breast tissue and / or skin to cover the prosthesis. Secondly, in some cases prior treatment has already been performed (radiotherapy, partial amputations, etc.).

Reconstructions by your own tissues are divided into two major groups namely the free flap and pedicled flap reconstruction.

Free flaps are a microsurgical method of reconstruction, where tissue is taken from of a relatively distant donor site of the patient, which is than transplanted to the breast (DIEP flap, GAP flap) as opposed to pedicled flaps, pedicled tissues (still attached to the body) of a close-lying area are used to create a new breast (TDAP flap).

Your surgeon will guide you in choosing the most appropriate technique for you in order to regain your femininity. He will also discuss with you the possible discomforts and complications.