Endoscopic breast augmentation
Endoscopic breast augmentation with implants aims at improvement of breast shape by its volume enhancement without any scars on the breast.
The goal is to create scarless, aesthetically attractive and proportional breast what is accomplished by implant insertion from armpit.
Most frequent candidates for augmentation are females with small breast from the puberty and breast involution after feeding or significant weight loss who do not accept any scars on breast.
During consultations Dr Pietrasik extensively discusses issues such as method and volume of augmentation, skin quality, skin incisions, pocket selection, expected results and possible complications. Based on detailed measurements and pictures taken, Dr Pietrasik visualizes the possible result of augmentation in 3D computer system (Vectra) and with breast sizers.
Endoscopic breast augmentation is performed under general anesthesia.
Skin incisions are placed in armpits.
Patients after endoscopic breast augmentation are usually discharged home 6 hours after the surgery.
Return to normal (non-strenuous) activity is possible after 7-10 days.
Sport activities involving pectoral muscles can be resumed after 3 months.
Compression supporting bra must be worn for 3 months.
Obtained results of endoscopic breast augmentation with implants are immediate and long-lasting but not permanent. The procedure doesn’t stop natural aging process of the breast. At certain moment in time, implants should be replaced or removed as none of currently available devices is for a lifetime.
Initial result of breast augmentation may be influenced by weight changes, hormones and pregnancies. Breast feeding is still possible after augmentation with implants.
Duration | 1,5 h |
Anesthesia | general |
Stay in the facility | 12-24 h |
Recovery | 7-10 days |
Sutures | dissolvable sutures – do not need to be removed |
Contraindications | menstruation or premenstrual period, mental illnesses, blood clotting disorders, uncontrolled hypertension, uncontrolled diabetes, cardiac arrhythmias, active infections, autoimmune diseases, cancer, pregnancy |
Recommendations before the procedure | breast pre-op.pdf |
Recommendations after the procedure | breast post-op.pdf |
This short information doesn’t replace medical consultation in the office.