What is it?
Breast augmentation involves using implants to increase the size and improve the shape of your breasts. It can also restore volume lost after weight loss or pregnancy and create better symmetry between breasts.

What happens during surgery?
The operation is performed under general anaesthetic and takes about 60-90 minutes. Mr Ibrahim will discuss with you the most suitable implant type, size, and placement. An incision is made in a discreet location—most commonly in the crease under the breast (inframammary fold). A pocket is created either behind your breast tissue (subglandular) or beneath the chest muscle (submuscular) in selected patients. The implant is carefully positioned, and the incisions are closed with fine, dissolvable stitches.

What is the recovery like?

• Hospital Stay: Usually a day case, sometimes with one overnight stay.
• Initial Recovery (1-2 weeks): You will wear a supportive surgical bra. Expect some soreness, swelling, and a feeling of tightness. Pain is manageable with prescribed medication. Light walking is encouraged from day one.
• Returning to Work: Most patients return to non-physical, desk-based work within 1-2 weeks.
• Exercise: Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and upper body exercises for at least 4-6 weeks. Light cardio can often resume after 2-3 weeks.
• Final Results: Swelling subsides significantly within a few weeks, but implants can take 3-6 months to fully “settle” into their final position. Scars will be red initially but will fade over 12-18 months.

What are the potential risks?
General surgical risks include infection, bleeding, anaesthetic reaction, and scarring. Specific risks include capsular contracture (where scar tissue tightens around the implant), implant rupture or leakage (rare), changes in nipple or breast sensation, asymmetry, and the potential need for further surgery in the future. Mr Ibrahim will discuss all these in detail during your consultation.