EDUCATION14 April 2026

Breast Augmentation

Duration

60-90 minutes

Downtime

1-2 weeks

Cost

4000-12000$

Lasts for

10-15 years

Setting

Outpatient/ Inpatient

Overview

Breast implants can offer the change many are seeking about their body image. What makes this procedure tempting is that if a successful implant surgery was obtained the result would be breasts that move naturally, have a soft feeling, and have no noticed trace of the implant.

Candidates

People usually consider this surgery when they have:

Small breasts either genetically or after major weight loss.
Asymmetrical breasts.
Breast removal surgery because of cancer.

Benefits

High Satisfaction: 90% patient satisfaction.

Improved Social, Psychological, and Sexual well-being: 80-90% of patients.

Long-lasting 10-15 years.

Results

Good Outcomes

Natural look, feel, and movement.
Implants match the patient's body frame, creating a proportionate and aesthetic shape.

Undesired outcomes

Rippling/ Wrinkling
Rupture or Deflation
Implant Displacement/Rotation
Asymmetry and "Fake" Look
Capsular contracture (Hardening of the breast tissue)

Rippling/ Wrinkling

Rotation and Displacement

Misconception- The breasts will look unnatural after an implant 

Breast implants can provide natural-looking results when the appropriate implant shape, size, and material are used. If the implant choice was not compatible with the shape and current size of your breasts, then the implant edges can be obvious under the skin, and your breasts won’t look natural.

Picking Your Implant

Choosing implant type is personalized to each patient. This depends on their body proportions, budget, current breast size, and other factors.

Choosing Filler Material

There are mainly 2 types of implants filler materials, Silicone and Saline. The patient’s choice is made upon the incision site, durability, and treatment cost.

	Saline	Silicone
Patient age (approved by FDA)	18 or older	22 or older
Filler form	Liquid	Gel or Stable form
Spontaneous Rupture	5% chance	Does not happen
Wrinkling of the Breast Area	Possible	Rare
Visible Implant Folds	Seen more	Seen less
Incision Size	Short	Longer
Incision location	Can be inserted remotely	Can’t be inserted from a distance
Cost	Less	Twice as much
Hardening of the Breast (Capsular Contracture)	0.8%	2.5%
Popularity among patients	Less popular	More popular

Choosing Surface Texture

Textured Implants

1-2%

Does not rotate
Associated with rare type of cancer

Smooth Implants

23-40%

Softer feeling and natural movement

Choosing Implant Shape

Round Implants

For patients with good breast positioning and symmetry.
Less likely to rotate, making it a viable option for athletes.

Anatomical Implants

For patients seeking a more natural breast look.
Designed to optimally fit the breast shape.

Choosing Implant Size

Your surgeon's measurements matter more than any cup size. Use this as a starting point for the conversation, not a prescription.

The single most important number is Breast base width (in cm): The implant's diameter should match — or sit slightly under — your breast base width.

Typical volume by body frame

A rough guide to where most patients land. Your actual range depends on chest width, tissue thickness, and goals.

Petite frame, under 5'3", narrow chest: 200–325 cc

Average frame (Most common) , 5'3"–5'6": 300–400 cc

Tall or broad frame, 5'7" and above: 350–500+ cc

Translating cc to cup size

Cup sizes are not standardized across bra brands, so this conversion is approximate. Roughly 130–200 cc equals one cup size increase.

Starting cup	For 1 cup up	For 2 cups up
A	200–275 cc	350–450 cc
B	175–250 cc	325–425 cc
C	150–225 cc	300–400 cc

Misconception - Bigger implants mean better results

Implant size should be proportionate to other body parts and also compatible with tissue limits. Too large implants can cause more complications by compressing nearby structures like nerves and milk ducts.