Cosmetic breast surgery includes procedures designed to enhance the appearance of the breasts or address certain physical discomforts. Common procedures include:
Breast Augmentation: Increases breast size and shape using implants or fat transfer.
Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Lifts and reshapes sagging breasts by tightening tissue and removing excess skin.
Breast Reduction: Reduces breast size to relieve discomfort and create a balanced, proportionate shape.
Revision Breast Surgery: Corrects or updates the results of a previous breast procedure.
Gynecomastia Surgery: Reduces enlarged male breasts by removing excess fat and glandular tissue.

Suitable candidates are generally in good health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations about the results. Specific suitability depends on the procedure and personal circumstances, such as discomfort from breast size, dissatisfaction with breast appearance, or male breast enlargement.

Preparation usually includes:

• A detailed consultation to discuss goals, options, and risks.
• Medical assessments or tests recommended by your surgeon.
• Adjusting or pausing medications or supplements that may affect surgery or recovery.
• Stopping smoking ahead of surgery to improve healing.
• Following all pre-surgery instructions regarding food, drink, and medications.

Recovery depends on the type of procedure but often includes:

• Taking prescribed medications for pain and infection prevention.
• Caring for the surgical site and wearing compression garments as advised.
• Gradually resuming physical activity.
• Attending follow-up appointments to monitor healing.

Initial recovery may take a few weeks, with a full return to normal activities over several weeks to months.

Risks may include infection, bleeding, scarring, changes in sensation, and implant-related complications. Additional procedures may sometimes be needed to refine results. Your surgeon will review all risks before surgery.

Results vary by procedure. Implants may need replacement after 10+ years, while lifts, reductions, and gynecomastia results can be long-lasting. Some surgeries near the areola may affect breastfeeding, so mention future plans during consultation.