A properly done breast augmentation can enhance the appeal of your breasts. However, one of the questions we have had to answer many people who visit our breast augmentation clinic in Singapore is this; “Do breasts get bigger after breast augmentation?”
So, we created this article to answer this question in detail. On this page, expect a breakdown of what breast augmentation involves, how breast size changes post-surgery, and what to expect during the recovery process.
We will also debunk common myths about breast augmentation in Singapore to help you make an informed decision. Can we begin?
What Breast Augmentation Involves
Simply put, breast augmentation is a surgical procedure for enhancing the size, shape, and overall appearance of the breasts. The procedure involves the insertion of breast implants or, less commonly, fat transfer to increase breast volume. Depending on your specific needs and expectations, your plastic surgeon may recommend any of the implant options below for your breast augmentation;
- Saline Implants: Filled with sterile saltwater, saline implants are inserted empty and filled once in place. When inserted correctly, saline implants can give you a uniform shape, feel and firmness. If for any reason your implant shell leaks, the saline implant will collapse and then the saline gets naturally absorbed and expelled by your body.
- Silicone Implants: Also just as the name suggests, these implants are filled with silicone gel. For many people, one of the best things with silicone implants is that they tend to feel more like natural breast tissue. If a silicone implant leaks, the gel may remain within the implant shell or escape into your breast implant pocket.
- Fat Transfer Augmentation: This is a less common technique but still quite effective when it comes to breast augmentation. It involves liposuction to remove fat from other areas of your body and that fat purified and then injected into your breasts. As you can see, it’s a more natural method. The only downside is that it may offer limited size enhancement compared to implants.
Do Breasts Get Bigger Immediately After Breast Augmentation?
One of the primary expectations after breast augmentation in Singapore is a noticeable increase in breast size. However, a good plastic surgeon will first want you to understand that the immediate post-operative size may not be the final result. Here are the factors that contribute to this;
- Initial Swelling: Following the surgery, your breasts may appear larger than expected due to post-operative swelling. Swelling is the body’s natural response to surgery and can cause the breasts to look fuller or puffier initially. This swelling will gradually subside over a few weeks to months, and the true size and shape of the augmented breasts will emerge.
- Skin Tightness and Tissue Expansion: The skin and surrounding breast tissue may feel tight or stretched right after surgery. This is most likely to happen if you were given larger implants. Over time, the skin and tissue will stretch and adjust to the new size and make your breasts appear more natural.
- Implant Settling or “Drop and Fluff”: After surgery, implants may sit higher on the chest. Over the next few weeks to months, the implants will gradually settle into a more natural position as the muscles relax and swelling decreases. This process is commonly referred to as “drop and fluff,” where the implants drop lower into the breast pocket, and the breast tissue fluffs out around the implants, achieving a more natural shape and feel.
What to Expect in the Months Following Surgery?
For peace of mind after your breast augmentation in Singapore, you may also be itching to ask, what happens in the months following surgery. Here’s a good summary of the typical recovery timeline and changes in breast size;
- Week 1-2 Post-Surgery: During the initial recovery phase, you may experience swelling, bruising, and a feeling of tightness or heaviness in the chest area. The breasts may appear larger and firmer than the final result due to swelling and the initial placement of the implants.
- Weeks 3-6 Post-Surgery: As your body continues to heal, swelling gradually decreases, and the breasts begin to soften. The implants will slowly settle into a more natural position, and the breast shape will start to appear more refined. You may notice that your breasts feel more comfortable and less tight.
- Months 2-6 Post-Surgery: This is when most of the swelling should have subsided, and the breasts take on their final shape and size. The skin and tissues will continue to stretch and adjust to allow the implants to settle fully. This period is also crucial for scar healing and minimizing any residual swelling.
- 6 Months to 1 Year Post-Surgery: By this point, the breasts should have reached their final size, shape, and feel. Any residual swelling should be gone, and the implants will have settled into their final position. Please follow up with your surgeon during this period to ensure proper healing and address any concerns.
Can a Woman Breastfeed after Breast Augmentation?
If you’ve been researching breast augmentation, chances are you’ve come across claims like you cannot breastfeed after breast augmentation thus the frequently asked question; can a woman breastfeed after breast augmentation?
The answer is yes, women can still breastfeed even after breast augmentation. Here is why; the breast augmentation procedure doesn’t interfere with the milk ducts in your breast. That said, it is still possible to breastfeed even after undergoing a breast augmentation procedure.
Here are some other myths about breast augmentation that you shouldn’t pay attention to;
- You get Immediate Final Results: Many patients mistakenly believe that the final breast size and shape will be apparent immediately after surgery. As you have seen, swelling, muscle relaxation, and tissue adjustment all take time, and the final results may not be visible for several months.
- The Results are Permanent: While breast augmentation can provide long-lasting results, implants are not guaranteed to last a lifetime. So, the results are not permanent. You may require additional surgeries in the future due to implant rupture, leakage, or changes in breast tissue over time.
- Guaranteed Symmetry: Although surgeons strive for symmetry, perfect symmetry isn’t easy to achieve. This is particularly common in instances where there are pre-existing asymmetries. Just to be sure, please discuss expectations with a board-certified plastic surgeon beforehand.
In Closing
Breasts do get bigger after augmentation. However, we strongly recommend that you have realistic expectations about the changes that occur during the recovery process. Initial swelling, implant settling, and tissue adjustment will all influence the final size and shape of the augmented breasts.
Are you looking for a board-certified plastic surgeon who can guide you through the process of breast augmentation in Singapore, help manage your expectations, and provide the best possible outcome for your breast augmentation? Why not pass by Allure Plastic Surgery in Singapore? Or just give us a quick call to arrange your appointment? See details below;
Allure Plastic Surgery – Ptosis Surgery | Breast Augmentation | Double Eyelid Surgery
435 Orchard Rd, #22-04 Wisma Atria,
Singapore 238877
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