Breast augmentation

After pregnancy, it is advisable to wait until after breastfeeding to have a breast augmentation so that the breast can recover from the physical change. We would be happy to advise you personally in our clinic when the best time for your breast augmentation is!

It is difficult to determine the optimal age for breast augmentation. Certainly, women undergoing breast augmentation should be of legal age. The main thing is that the woman receives detailed advice before the breast augmentation so that she feels confident to have the procedure carried out. Whether the breast is enlarged before or after pregnancy is also up to the customer. What is certain is that the breasts will change in the course of pregnancy. However, if the breast is enlarged at a very early stage, it is also subject to changes due to ageing factors and other influences.

In principle, there is no time limit on when women can become pregnant again after breast augmentation. However, we recommend that our customers wait for around two years so that the breasts can recover and you can enjoy the results for longer.

Regardless of the access route, it is 90% likely that the ability to breastfeed will be maintained after breast augmentation.

The appointment for the operation can either be made directly after the consultation, but you can also think about it at home first or get a second opinion. You are also welcome to make an appointment by email or telephone at our clinic.

Sufficient time for reflection is important, which is why you should definitely take this time, even if you have wanted a breast augmentation for a long time. During our consultation, we will give you comprehensive information about the procedure, which you are welcome to think about again at home. As soon as you feel really confident, you are welcome to contact us and make an appointment for your breast augmentation in Zurich.

The appointment you make for a consultation at our clinic is binding, as we will schedule the time for you and prepare ourselves accordingly. A provisional appointment will be made for the operation, which will then be confirmed by the specialist. After this firm confirmation, this appointment is also binding.

There are various options for positioning the implant. On the one hand, the breast implant can be placed directly on the muscle, which is particularly suitable for women who already have their own breast tissue. This method is not recommended for women with little breast tissue, as the result often looks unnatural and the implant can become visible under the skin. On the other hand, the breast implant can be partially covered by the breast muscle or inserted completely under the muscle.

Breast augmentation in Zurich takes about an hour in the operating theater. The actual placement of the implants only takes about 25 minutes. This is followed by twilight sleep and the application of the bandage and bra. After the operation, the customer can wake up in peace and after about 2 hours she can leave the clinic again.

The implant shapes available to us today are the anatomical, teardrop-shaped implant on the one hand and the round implant on the other. The teardrop-shaped implant is often described as providing more natural-looking results. However, the right implant must always be determined according to the proportions of the client, which is why round implants also lead to natural results for many women. The surface of the implants can be either smooth or textured. We only use breast implants with a smooth surface. In addition, in most cases we use round implants as they are more flexible. Unlike teardrop-shaped implants, round implants do not rotate and this is not visible from the outside.

Historically, the difference between the implant surfaces can be traced back to the fact that there used to be only smooth implants. After the first breast augmentations, capsular fibrosis occurred in some cases, for which the surface of the implants was held responsible and rough implants were therefore developed.

Teardrop-shaped implants were developed in the past to achieve a natural result. The breast implants were therefore adapted to the natural basic shape of the breast. Round implants, on the other hand, were mainly used for the cleavage area. Nowadays, teardrop-shaped implants are mainly used if there are no breasts at all or if there are malformations. In most cases, we work with round breast implants and achieve natural-looking results.

The durability of implants is actually described as lifelong. However, this also depends on the age at which the implants are inserted. Women who undergo breast augmentation at a particularly early age should expect to have at least one implant change.

Breast implants have been in use for over 50 years and are extremely safe. The technology has developed positively over time. In connection with textured implants, studies have shown that lymphoma can occur very rarely. At our clinic, we only use smooth implants filled with a silicone gel. If the implant breaks – which is very difficult to achieve – this gel is absolutely harmless to the body.

Saline implants were popular in the USA for a very long time, as the silicone gel had not yet been sufficiently tested. The disadvantage of saline implants is that the solution leaks out completely if the implant breaks. Silicone implants have the advantage that they are softer and are not as cold in winter due to their thermal conductivity.

The foreign body sensation for the wearer of the implants should subside relatively soon after the operation. The breast implants themselves are filled with silicone gel and are therefore very soft, which is why the breasts also feel very soft on the outside after the healing phase.

A completely normal effect after breast augmentation is that clients come to our clinic 4 weeks later and think that they should have chosen a size larger. This is due to the fact that you get used to the new size very quickly after the operation and the breasts no longer appear much larger to the woman herself. In order to determine the correct size before the operation, it may be advisable for the client to bring pictures to our clinic showing what she likes. It is then the doctor’s job to transfer this wish to the client’s body and adapt it to her individual circumstances.

A rejection reaction occurs insofar as the body forms a capsule around the inserted implant. However, this is completely harmless and quite normal. Although there is a foreign body in the breast, rejection reactions have never occurred in our prevention center.

Sometimes clients find that their implants are too small after a few months, as they have quickly become accustomed to the new size or it deviates from their expectations. Before an implant is replaced again, we recommend that you seek advice at our prevention center so that we can find a suitable solution for you together.

Implants today are extremely resistant due to their strong outer shell. When implants break, this is usually due to wear and tear over many years. Strong external forces, such as in a car accident, can also damage an implant. If we at the prevention center determine that our customer’s implant is damaged, we will of course recommend an implant replacement.

Breast implants can theoretically remain in the body for a lifetime. Statistically, however, implants should be replaced after 10 – 15 years.

In capsular fibrosis, bacteria cause a thickening of the tissue that has formed around the breast implant. This capsule can make the breast more compact and restrict its shape. If capsular fibrosis is suspected, we recommend that our clients undergo an examination at our clinic. If the findings are positive, the breast implant can then be replaced. It is also advisable to change the bearing of the breast implant. In other words, if the breast implant was previously positioned above the muscle, we can place it partially under the pectoral muscle.

ALCL is a specific type of lymphoma characterized by swelling and fluid accumulation around the implant. Several studies have established a link between this disease and certain implant surfaces. You should therefore always keep a close eye on your breast implants and contact your surgeon if you notice any strange symptoms, who will be happy to help you.

With breast implants, you can generally fly again immediately. However, you should not fly for too long during the healing phase, as this can be uncomfortable, and you should not carry your own luggage for the time being.

We recommend that our clients sleep on their backs for the first few nights after breast augmentation. In most cases, clients notice for themselves when it is comfortable to lie on their side again. We advise against lying on your stomach, especially in the first 3 months, so that the treatment result can stabilize first.

At our clinic, we use a unique, waterproof dressing that allows clients to shower again on the first day after breast augmentation in Zurich.

Whether stretch marks occur after breast augmentation depends on the size of the implant chosen and the firmness of the skin. If the skin is very firm and a large implant is inserted, the skin will not stretch and tear. Your specialist will usually advise you of this before the operation. Sometimes there are already stretch marks on the breast before the operation. In this case, you should be aware that these may be more visible after the operation.

Most occupations can be resumed after about a week. Activities such as heavy lifting or carrying should be avoided for 4 weeks.

Exercise should be avoided for three months after breast augmentation. Sport can have a negative effect on wound healing, as blood circulation is also strongly stimulated during training for the lower body, for example.

After three months, women are allowed to expose themselves to the sun again. The same applies to visiting a solarium. An exception is made if the breasts are covered with a bra.

A breast augmentation in our prevention center costs CHF 6,900.