Breast Augmentation

Customized approach based on your unique anatomy and preoperative plan created by the Doctor.

Your safety is our top priority. Your procedure is performed using the most innovative techniques and in the most advanced facilities for optimal results.

Complete care and guidance for fast recovery provided by the specialized ABH team.

The plastic surgeon uses two types of implants, round and anatomical (teardrop or "tear" shape) implants. The implants can be placed under the mammary gland, under the fascia of the pectoralis major muscle, or under the pectoralis major muscle.

The doctor decides in the operating room the optimal way to place the implants, depending on the morphology of the chest, breast, and based on special measurements made during your visit.

The implants are placed either with a Inframammary incision (when the incision is made in the fold under the breast) or with a periareolar incision (when the incision is made around the areola).

Type of implants

Placement of implants

During your medical visit at ABH Medical Group, the plastic surgeon will recommend, based on the morphology of your breasts, your needs, and your expectations, the appropriate breast augmentation technique and the ideal type of implants that fit your case. 

The total duration of the surgery is usually one hour, and overnight hospitalization is not necessary. You can return to your activities after 2-3 days, and you should not feel significant pain post-operatively. 

An important aspect of every preoperative evaluation, beyond the necessary tests, is the performance of a mammogram or ultrasound of the breast. This examination ensures that there are no undiagnosed breast diseases while providing suitable images for future comparative studies.

It is generally recommended to stop taking vitamin supplements, smoking, and alcohol, as well as aspirin, 1-2 weeks before and immediately after the surgery. A healthy diet contributes to better and faster recovery. 

Usually, the Inframammary approach and implant placement under the pectoral muscle (dual plane technique) is preferred. The placement of implants is done based on new global guidelines regarding surgical technique ("14-step plan" or 14-point-plan), aiming to minimize the possibility of complications related to the procedure. 

In cases where there is also sagging of the breasts, it is recommended that breast augmentation be performed in combination with breast lifting (mastopexy).

Additionally, in cases where liposuction has been previously performed, it is advised to supplement the implants with autologous fat (lipofilling) for even more natural results in breast augmentation. 

The silicone implants used at ABH have a long lifespan and carry all certifications (FDA, CE). However, a woman may choose to replace them after several years, due to aging, pregnancy, etc. In most cases, implants do not need to be changed. 

The results of breast surgery are immediately visible. For the first few weeks, there may be slight swelling that gradually subsides, and the breasts take their final shape. 

A woman can undergo breast augmentation after reaching adulthood, at the age of 18. There is no upper age limit for breast augmentation. 

Τα προθέματα σιλικόνης δεν εμποδίζουν το θηλασμό. Αυτό που συστήνεται σε μία γυναίκα που έχει κάνει επέμβαση αυξητικής στήθους, είναι κατά τη διάρκεια του θηλασμού αλλά και της εγκυμοσύνης να φοράει ένα καλό σουτιέν που θα υποστηρίζει σωστά τους μαστούς.

The procedure lasts about 1 hour and you can go home the same evening or the next day. The stitches are internal and absorbable. The first change will be made the day after the procedure. The result is usually immediately visible while the feeling and texture of the breast gradually improves within the first two months after the procedure.

Post-operatively, the use of a comfortable bra without underwires (sports or nursing bra) is required for about a month. Initially, edema is observed, gradually subsides and the breast takes its final form after 2 months.

Serious complications are not common, but as with any procedure, they exist in breast augmentation. These are mainly associated with pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular and respiratory issues, as well as smoking or taking certain medications. 

Starting from the first day after surgery, you may move freely. Returning to light work is recommended after 5-7 days. You should avoid sudden movements, lifting weights, and driving for 2-3 weeks. After the first three weeks, the patient can return to all daily activities without specific restrictions.

Sexual activity is also not permitted for at least a week