Hello, I am Dr. Kim Soo-Jung, board-certified plastic surgeon at AB Plastic Surgery.

Many people wish for natural and satisfying results after breast augmentation surgery.

To achieve this, it is essential to choose the surgical method that best suits the individual, as well as to follow a thorough preoperative plan and systematic postoperative care.

Today, I would like to explain in detail the various methods of breast augmentation surgery and key points to achieve the most natural results.

Q. What type of breast augmentation should I choose?

Breast augmentation procedures are largely divided into implant insertion and fat grafting.
Each method can be selected depending on the patient's body type and desired outcome, so choosing the right approach for yourself is very important.

• Implant Insertion

This is the most commonly used method. It improves the size and shape of the breasts using silicone implants in various sizes and forms. Implants are inserted through incisions either in the armpit or along the inframammary fold (crease under the breast). We measure factors such as skin thickness, degree of sagging, and distance between the inframammary fold and the nipple to determine the dissection and implant placement strategy. This allows for a natural feel and shape, with a significant volume increase, resulting in high patient satisfaction.

• Fat Grafting

This method involves harvesting fat from areas like the abdomen or thighs and injecting it into the breast. Since it uses the patient's own fat, it produces natural results and also improves body contour. However, the volume increase may be more limited compared to implants. This is a great option for those who want more natural results or feel uncomfortable about having implants.

Both methods have pros and cons. Therefore, it is important to design a surgical plan tailored to your individual body and needs. With the experience and skills of a qualified specialist, the first step toward satisfactory results is customizing the breast shape and surgical method for the patient.

Q. What is the recovery process like after breast augmentation?

The recovery process can vary slightly depending on the surgical method and individual body characteristics.
Generally, during the first week after surgery, there may be swelling and pain, which requires proper support garment use and wound care.

Daily activities are usually possible within 7 to 10 days after surgery, but strenuous exercise and lifting heavy items should be avoided.
Paying close attention to aftercare is key to promoting quick healing and achieving the desired outcome.

Q. How should we manage scars after breast augmentation?

Scar care is extremely important following the breast augmentation surgery.
While the size and shape of the scar depend on the surgical method, incisions are usually made along the inframammary fold or in the armpit—areas where scars are naturally less visible.

For the first six weeks after surgery, it is critical to keep the scar area clean and to use scar ointments or scar sheets to prevent pigmentation.
After this period, follow-up care programs provided by the clinic can further reduce scar size and promote healing using treatments like scar laser therapy or Smart Lux light therapy.

If you have more questions about breast augmentation surgery, please call +82-10-5159-1298 or contact AB Plastic Surgery on WhatsApp using the same number above, for more detailed consultation. 

Writer Dr. Kim Soo-Jung, AB Plastic Surgery

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