Breast augmentation is surgery to increase breast size and improve shape or symmetry, most often using implants. It's one of the most commonly performed procedures in plastic surgery, sought for a range of reasons from personal preference to restoring volume lost after pregnancy or weight change.
How Implants Work
Implants — typically silicone or saline — are placed either above or below the chest muscle through a carefully planned incision. The choice of implant type, size, and placement is made individually, based on your existing tissue, chest wall anatomy, and goals.
Implants Aren't Permanent Devices
It's worth knowing upfront that breast implants aren't intended to last a lifetime — most manufacturers estimate a usable life of roughly 10-15+ years, with ongoing monitoring recommended over time.
Who Considers It
Common reasons include wanting fuller, more proportionate breasts, addressing volume loss after pregnancy or breastfeeding, or correcting noticeable asymmetry between breasts.
Dr. Ibrahim Nasir Idrees is a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Registrar based in Islamabad. Learn more on the breast augmentation procedure page.
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