Breast Enlargement (Augmentation Mammoplasty)
A breast enlargement surgery is used to increase and create a fuller breast size, many women suffer from a reduced breast size due to breastfeeding or aging.
Full procedure details →Breast Enlargement (Augmentation Mammoplasty) vs Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Adding volume with implants vs reshaping and repositioning existing tissue.
Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
As we age the elasticity of our skin decreases, which can result in some obvious changes for women with large breasts. A breast lift allows women to achieve contours by elevating sagging breasts.
Full procedure details →How They Compare
| Factor | Breast Enlargement (Augmentation Mammoplasty) | Breast Lift (Mastopexy) |
|---|---|---|
| Published cost | R85 000 | R90 000 - R130 000 |
| Procedure approach | The procedure involves placing an implant in the breast cavity. A surgeon may position breast implants above (subglandular) or below your pectoral muscles (submuscular), dependant on the implant type and size. The surgeon will discuss the entire procedure with the patient... | A breast lift allows women to achieve contours by elevating sagging breasts and giving them a perkier, more youthful projection. Many women choose to have a breast lift along with a breast augmentation to achieve a fully youthful look. |
| Recovery | The recovery period varies for each patient. To minimize swelling, a compression garment is worn post surgery and vigorous exercise is completely off-limits within the first 3 to 4 weeks. Drainage tubes are placed to remove excess liquid during the first few days. The total... | The recovery period varies for each patient. During your first few weeks, you should also avoid bending, and lifting anything; vigorous exercise is completely off-limits within the first 3 to 4 weeks. If dissolvable stitches were not used, regular stitches are removed in... |
| Candidate profile | Over the age of 18 years; In General good health; Stable in weight; Not planning to breastfeed in the near future; Not pregnant | Be over the age of 18 years.; Have saggy, drooping breasts; Be in general good health, mentally and physically; Not be pregnant or breastfeeding; Not planning on falling pregnant; Be at a stable, good weight |
How to Choose
The right choice between Breast Enlargement (Augmentation Mammoplasty) and Breast Lift (Mastopexy) depends on your anatomy, goals, and overall health. The best way to determine which procedure suits you is through a personalised consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky, who can examine you, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach based on your individual anatomy and expectations.
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