Overview

For more glamorous figure, many females choose breast augmentation with implants. There are various types of implants available in Korean hospitals. Nowadays fat transplantation together with breast implants is getting popular and also suitable for breast reconstruction (require more procedures like tissue expanding before the surgery). Introduction endoscopic breast surgery enabled minimizing scaring and healing time.

Process of procedure

• Design the shape with doctor
• General anesthesia
• Incise the deepest wrinkle of armpit (incision site can vary)
• Secure place for implant and insert the implant
• Transplant fat
• Finish the surgery with delicate sutures (use adhesive tape)

Expected duration of hospital stay

• Generally the procedure takes about 2~4 hours.
• A day or two days of hospitalization

Post-operative care

• Take prescribed medication for pain control
• Avoid active movement and lifting
• Avoid situation that can cause pressure on the area (constipation, sneezing, brushing teeth)
• Take shower at least 3 days after the surgery

Risks

• Asymmetrical breast
• Rupture of implant
• Infection
• Change in breast sensation
• Capsular contracture

Treatment cost

• The cost can vary by hospitals
• Expected cost ranges from to.