Aesthetic surgery
BREAST SURGERY

For many women, the size or shape of their breasts is not only a question of their figure but also an essential part of their self-worth. Their attitude to their own body and ultimately their sexuality may be severely impaired by breasts they consider to be too small or not firm enough, or if their breasts are asymmetrical. Today women who are unhappy with the size or shape of their breasts have many options for changing them and bringing their personal perception into line with their physical appearance.

BREAST AUGMENTATION (ENLARGEMENT)

Breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic surgery procedures in aesthetic surgery. Breast augmentation is sought by many women of all different ages. For all these women, the main objective is generally not to develop a huge, or unnaturally large “dream bust”, but to enhance the natural contours of their breasts in a way that harmonises with their figure.

Consultation with 3D simulation

A 3D simulation is an excellent tool to visualise your preferences and ideas during your consultation for a breast augmentation with implants. With a detailed medical examination, the doctor can work together with you to develop an appropriate individual treatment method.

The operation

On the day of your breast augmentation you will arrive at the Pyramid Clinic one and a half to two hours before your scheduled surgery. Our nursing staff and your specialist will prepare you for the operation ahead. This includes taking the “before” photos and marking the new breast contours on your skin. An experienced anaesthetist will explain the details of the general anaesthetic planned.

For breast augmentation, we use only the very latest, high-quality breast implants made of cohesive silicone gel. These cannot leak and give the breast more volume and firmness. The procedure itself requires a skin incision either in the crease beneath the breast, around the areola or in the armpit. The implant is then inserted and, depending on the condition of your soft tissue, positioned above or below the chest muscles.

Breast augmentation is normally performed under a general anaesthetic and takes about an hour and a half. For comfort reasons, we recommend an overnight stay at the Pyramid Clinic following surgery.

Postsurgical care

On the day after the breast augmentation, the tubes used to drain blood and fluid from the wound will be removed. Then you will be able to leave the clinic. You will have to wear a firmly fitting support bandage around your bust until the fourth day, when this is replaced by a sports bra. You must wear this for three further weeks both day and night. After six to eight weeks, all signs of the operation should have substantially healed.

BREAST REDUCTION

While some women wish their breasts were bigger, others find that their large, pendulous breasts make life difficult. Heavy, sagging breasts can sometimes be very uncomfortable and cause chronic pain in the back and neck. Sport may become a nightmare for these women and some may avoid situations where their breasts are visible – like swimming or wearing close-fitting clothing. In these cases, a breast reduction can help to address these problems.

Technically, breast reduction surgery can be performed at any age. However, the important proviso is that the woman has stopped growing and the breasts are fully developed.

The Operation

On the day of the breast reduction you will arrive at the Pyramid Clinic two hours before your scheduled surgery. Our nursing staff and your specialist will prepare you for the operation ahead. This includes taking the “before” photos and marking the new breast contours on your skin. An experienced anaesthetist will explain the details of the general anaesthetic planned.

Smaller, lighter and firmer breasts can be achieved by removing superfluous skin, fat and glandular tissue in the lower breast area. A new breast is formed out of the remaining upper sections by internally remodelling the breast mound and lifting the skin over it. The areola is reduced in size and the nipple raised into its new position. The incision runs around the areola and in a vertical line extending in a downward direction. In some cases another incision is required along the line of your natural breast crease.

The procedure takes about two and a half hours and is performed under general anaesthetic. We recommend staying in the Pyramid Clinic for one or two nights after surgery.

postsurgical care

After the operation, your breasts will be bound with a firmly fitting support bandage. The following day the tubes used to drain blood and fluid from the wound will be removed. A week later the support bandage will be removed and replaced by a sports bra. This takes over the role of the support bandage and should be worn day and night for a further three weeks. After four to six weeks, all signs of the operation should have substantially healed.

After the breast reduction, there may be some swelling and loss of sensation in the breasts, which should disappear in most cases after a few weeks. For some time after the operation it is advisable to wear a comfortable bra that is gentle on the skin. To ensure optimal healing, we recommend you take it easy for up to six weeks.

BREAST LIFT

One particularly unpleasant effect of aging, especially for women, is a loss of tissue and skin firmness, leading to sagging of the breasts. Breast lift surgery, which may also be performed in conjunction with breast augmentation or breast reduction surgery, gives women firmer and more youthful breasts, and can have a long-term positive effect on both their physical proportions and their self-esteem.

Breast lifts are an option for many women in very different age groups. Frequently the desire for cosmetic surgery comes after a number of pregnancies or major weight loss. Other reasons include extreme, age-related drooping of the breasts or congenital breast deformity (differently shaped breasts; very large nipples).

The Operation

On the day of your breast lift you will arrive at the Pyramid Clinic one and a half to two hours before your scheduled surgery. Our nursing staff and your specialist will prepare you for the operation ahead. This includes taking the “before” photos and marking the new breast contours on your skin. An experienced anaesthetist will explain the details of the general anaesthetic planned.

The volume of the new breast will depend on the amount of available breast tissue. A classic breast lift involves the breast mound being remodelled internally and the skin lifted over it. In such cases, the volume of the breast remains the same, but the shape of the breast is improved and lifted. The incision runs around the areola and in a vertical line extending in a downward direction. In some cases, another incision is required along the line of your natural breast crease.

The procedure takes about two hours and may be performed under regional or general anaesthetic. We recommend staying in the Pyramid Clinic for one or two nights after surgery.

postsurgical care

After the breast lift, your breasts will be bound with a firmly fitting support bandage. The following day the tubes used to drain blood and fluid from the wound will be removed. A week later the support bandage will be removed and replaced by a sports bra. This should be worn day and night for a further three weeks. After four to six weeks, all signs of the breast surgery should have substantially healed.

Breast Correction after failed surgery

Unfortunately, we see a lot of people that have had a failed breast surgery, because they didn’t do the surgery with a trustworthy and skilled doctor. Besides the unsatisfying results the patients often suffer from severe pain and emotional stress.

Our renowned, experienced and highly skilled plastic surgeons are happy to consult you, if you had a failed breast surgery and inform you about your correction options. Together we can find a solution to improve your situation.

An experienced team of experts

Our doctors have many years of experience and are highly skilled in breast surgeries. Treatment is provided using the most up-to-date quipment and facilites.

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