At Antiagers plastic surgery clinics, our goal is to give you a fuller breast that looks both natural and harmonious with your body. We highlight your femininity, always keeping the functionality of the breast intact and preserving the ability to breastfeed. Before we enter the operating room, we have and you have the exact picture of the final result. We follow strict somatometric criteria and use the latest generation of silicone implants with cohesive gel so that you feel your new breast as if it were always yours.
100% natural effect
We apply the technique that is appropriate to provide the perfect result in your case.
Dual Plane Breast Augmentation
Dual Plane breast augmentation is the most modern technique in the placement of silicone implants, as it combines the greatest advantages of other techniques. Especially for cases where the natural breast is small and slightly sagging, dual plane breast augmentation allows us to both increase and lift it. We place the implants in their upper part under the pectoralis major muscle, which has the ability to hold them a little higher and give a rich effect to the upper pole of the breast, while we place them low behind the mammary gland, so that the lower pole of the breast and the inframammary fold are more naturally defined.
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100% natural breast shape not affected by muscle contraction
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Breast lift up to 3 centimeters
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Perfect coverage of the implant boundaries
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Minimization of wrinkle capsule formation
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Ensuring the breastfeeding mechanism
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Long-lasting aesthetic result
Breast augmentation with autologous fat
For women who want a small increase in their breasts (one size), the prosthesis can also be performed with autologous fat, which we collect from parts of their body with local thickness and, after special processing, we inject it into the breasts to enhance their shape and size. With autologous fat, we can also correct the result of an older breast augmentation, for example to cover any large implants or to fill in areas of skin sagging. Furthermore, autologous fat can be used in combination with silicone implants, in order to effectively cover the borders of the implants in women with extremely thin skin or a very thin body.
Combination of Breast Augmentation & Lift
Breast augmentation can provide a mild lifting effect, as the implants fill the upper pole of the breast, so a slightly sagging breast looks firmer after augmentation. However, in cases where there is severe sagging of the breasts, with the nipples being at the same level or even lower than the height of the inframammary fold, we combine augmentation with the mastopexy method, in which we lift the breast and nipple to the ideal height. The two techniques are performed in combination in the same surgery, in order to give you a complete result.
Surgical plan design
Detailed measurements of breast anatomy
For an excellent aesthetic result, we take specific measurements before designing the surgical plan. These measurements are crucial for choosing the appropriate breast augmentation implant, the exact location of its placement within the breast, and the type of incision through which it will be inserted. We examine both the dimensions and characteristics of the breast and nipple, as well as the quality and thickness of the skin in the area. The goal is to choose the ideal implant, which will offer a result so well-matched to the natural characteristics of each woman's body that it will leave those around her wondering!
Breast base (chest diameter)
With a special tool we calculate the diameter of the breast (breast base or otherwise footprint of the breast). It is a crucial measurement for choosing the appropriate implant, since the diameter of the implant should not be larger than the diameter of the breast, otherwise the borders of the implant will be visible and tangible. Knowing the width of the breast, we know the maximum volume of implant that we can use.
Nipple-submammary fold distance
We draw a line at the inframammary fold, i.e. the fold that is created just below the breast, and measure under tension the distance from the nipple to this line. This distance is useful to know in order to choose the maximum “arc” of the implant, as the skin at this point will act as a “fabric” over the low curve of the implant.
Skin elasticity
We check the elasticity of the skin in the area where we will create the implant pocket. If the skin is tight enough, then it does not allow the placement of a very large implant. On the contrary, if the skin is loose and elastic, then we have the ability to place a larger implant if we wish.
Skin thickness
We pinch the skin on the sides and top of the breast to check its thickness. The so-called “pinch test” is a crucial measurement to decide which technique to follow for implant placement, as it shows us if there is enough fat in the area to cover the implant and provide a natural result. For example, if a woman is thin and has small breasts and her “pinch test” is less than 3 centimeters, the implant should be placed under the pectoralis major muscle.
Possible asymmetries
We observe the breast for any asymmetries between the nipples or the volume of the two breasts. Very often, the two breasts differ from each other and with breast augmentation we can very effectively correct the anisomastia and asymmetry.
Choosing the right insert
After the detailed measurements of your breasts are completed, the next stage is where you try on different implants. The tests are carried out wearing a sports bra and a tight sports shirt. With the help of the doctor, you try on different sizes and shapes of implants and look at yourself in the mirror en face and profile to see how the appearance of your cleavage, as well as your entire body, changes each time, since breast augmentation differentiates the entire body type.
At this stage, you can form a very good picture of the final result. You understand the volume that each implant offers you, as well as its weight. With the experience and guidance of the doctor, you make the final implant selection. This choice is examined for the last time during surgery, where, after creating the pockets inside the breasts that will accommodate the implants, we try them on with the help of special sizers (trial implants) before deciding on the final size. This way, we are absolutely sure of the final result.
Breast augmentation
with invisible cuts
What do we correct with breast augmentation?
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Micromastia
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Anismastasia
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Sagging chest
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Lost volume after pregnancy or weight loss
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Congenital breast hypoplasia
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Rehabilitation after mastectomy
Silicone inserts
Everything you need to know
At Antiagers plastic surgery clinics, we use exclusively the certified silicone implants of the American company Mentor, which meet all safety standards, have received FDA approval for breast augmentation and carry a lifetime warranty. We do not use saline implants, as they have been shown to be less durable over time and cause the appearance of external folds in the skin (rippling).
Breast implants are divided into two basic categories: round and anatomical. The former are round in shape, while the latter are teardrop-shaped. The difference in the result is that round implants provide uniform volume to the upper and lower pole of the breast (the half of the breast above and below the nipple, respectively), while anatomical implants keep the upper pole less full and emphasize the low curve of the breast more.
Both round and anatomical implants are available in different sizes. There is a choice of implants with a volume from 75cc to 550cc, which in addition to their volume, can also differ in terms of their projection. All implants are distinguished in low, moderate and high profile, depending on how much they protrude from the breast, that is, how “pointy” their shape is.
All the advantages of the inframastectomy
At Antiagers plastic surgery clinics, we prefer the inframammary incision, that is, the one that is made exactly on the natural crease that exists under the breast. This specific incision, which does not exceed 4 centimeters, has the significant advantage of being hidden by the breast itself (it is only visible when standing upright), unlike the incision in the areola, which is always visible. Furthermore, with the inframammary incision, the nerves related to the sensitivity of the nipple are kept intact, as are the mammary glands that ensure breastfeeding, the integrity of which is compromised with the areola incision. As for the axillary incision, we avoid it, as it often leaves behind an unsightly scar and is also located in such a place that it is not hidden even by underwear and therefore betrays the operation that has been performed.
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The doctor answers
Velimvasakis Georgios MD FEBOPRAS
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
The Greek doctor who has earned your trust
Plastic Surgeon George Velimvasakis leads the Antiagers Medical Team. He has more than 18 years of experience at an international level, across the full spectrum of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. In his career, he has performed over 3000 procedures as a primary surgeon in both Greece and Germany. He holds dual certification from the Greek and European Committees of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery since 2018, as well as from the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS).
He was born in Athens in 1974. In 2001 he graduated with "Excellent" (4.88/5) from the Medical School of Semmelweis University in Budapest. This is one of the top medical schools in Europe. He has received a Greek license to practice medicine and worked as a resident physician for 2 years in General Surgery at the Specialized Cancer Hospital of Piraeus "Metaxa". He then worked as a resident physician in Plastic Surgery at the Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit "KAT".
He has been trained in the most modern techniques of plastic surgery on the face, neck, body and chest, through his participation in dozens of medical seminars, workshops, webinars and masterclasses.
Wanting to acquire a high-level specialty, he moved to Germany, where he obtained the German license to practice medicine after passing exams. He then worked in leading centers of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery in German metropolises (Dortmund, Essen, Wiesbaden), which helped him enrich his knowledge and perfect his technique alongside renowned German scientists. He has excellent international and Greek letters of recommendation, and has participated with announcements in Greek and international conferences and research programs, while he has been invited as a speaker and trainer in seminars on advanced plastic surgery techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does breast augmentation hurt?
At Antiagers plastic surgery clinics, we use special atraumatic techniques to minimize tissue damage during surgery. Both the preparation of the pocket and the placement of the implant are done with aseptic techniques, without the implant even coming into contact with the surgeon's gloves! By limiting bleeding and tissue discomfort, we significantly minimize pain immediately after surgery and allow our patients to be fully functional after just 24 hours.
Will I have chest drains after surgery?
No. With modern breast augmentation techniques, no drains or tubes are placed in the breast. Breast augmentation is now a short and minimally traumatic procedure, which does not damage the tissues, resulting in reduced swelling, bruising and pain after surgery.
Will tight bandages be placed on the chest after surgery?
No. There is no need for tight binding of the breast after breast augmentation with modern methods. The pockets where the implants are placed are prepared very carefully and have very strict boundaries that do not allow the implants to move or twist. When a correct surgical plan has been followed, there is no need for any tight binding and no special bra to hold the implants in place. The only thing we recommend to our patients is to wear a bra without an underwire for the first time, so that they do not feel the discomfort of the underwire on the incision. After all, the breast will now be so firm that it will not need the underwire for support!
When are the stitches removed?
In breast augmentation, we perform intradermal sutures, which means that the stitches are absorbable and are not removed.
Can breast augmentation affect nipple sensation?
Yes, reduced or, conversely, increased nipple sensitivity may be observed for a few months, but this is a temporary and not at all worrisome phenomenon.
When can I return to work?
If it is an office job, then you can return to work the next day. However, if it is a more physically demanding job, then it is recommended that 2-3 days pass before you return.
When will the result be visible?
You have a very good picture of the result immediately after the surgery. However, as the breast will swell in the following period, it will take about a month to have a good picture of the result, while you should wait 3-6 months to see and touch the final result, as the breast is harder to the touch in the first period. In addition, the implants seem to be a little higher and take about 2-3 months to come to their final position.
Can I breastfeed normally if I have had breast augmentation?
Yes, breast augmentation does not affect the mechanism of breastfeeding, as it does not injure the mammary glands, nor does it remove part of the mammary gland. This risk exists only in breast reduction. Furthermore, no scientific research has identified increased levels of silicone in the breast milk of women with breast implants.
From what age can I undergo breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation can be performed when natural breast development has been completed and has remained stable for two years, therefore approximately after the age of 18-20 years.
Is there a chance that the implants could break on the plane?
Absolutely none. Modern breast implants can only break if something very heavy falls on the woman's body, which will be such that it can even threaten her life. The implants do not break from the difference in atmospheric pressure. An implant can only break if it gets old. This probability is about 3% every two years and therefore it is 25-30% likely that the implant will need to be replaced after 20 years. It is important to know, however, that even if the implant breaks, there is no serious risk to health, it will simply have to be replaced.
