Breast Augmentation Newcastle
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that may be considered by individuals seeking to increase breast volume or address differences in breast shape and proportion. It may also be relevant for those experiencing breast tissue changes after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight fluctuation. The procedure is planned according to individual anatomy, clinical assessment, and a clear discussion of what surgery may and may not achieve.
Dr Yezdi Mistry is a Specialist Plastic Surgeon based in Newcastle, NSW. His approach focuses on detailed consultation, careful surgical planning, and clear communication from the initial assessment through to post-operative care. All surgery carries risks, and a decision about breast augmentation should only be made after a thorough consultation and a balanced discussion of suitability, limitations, recovery, and longer-term considerations.
What Is Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that may increase breast volume or alter breast shape. It is most commonly performed using breast implants, although fat transfer may be considered in selected patients.
The breast surgery procedure is carefully planned based on your individual anatomy and the changes you are seeking to discuss during consultation. Factors such as your existing breast tissue, chest width, skin quality, breast position, and body proportions are all considered when developing a surgical plan. Because every person is different, the same implant size or technique may produce different results from one patient to another.
Some people consider breast augmentation to:
- increase breast volume
- address differences in breast size or shape
- address volume changes that may occur following pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
- alter breast shape based on individual preferences and anatomy
During a consultation, Dr Mistry will assess your anatomy, discuss your concerns and expectations, explain the available options, and outline the potential risks, limitations, and recovery associated with the procedure. Not everyone is suitable for breast augmentation, and a personalised assessment is required to determine whether the procedure may be appropriate for your circumstances.
Am I Suitable for Breast Augmentation?
Suitability for breast augmentation depends on a range of factors, including your general health, breast anatomy, tissue quality, and understanding of the procedure. Not everyone is suited to breast augmentation, and in some cases surgery may need to be delayed or may not be recommended.
During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will review your medical history, examine your breasts and chest, and discuss your reasons for seeking consultation. This assessment helps determine whether breast augmentation may be appropriate for your circumstances and which treatment options, if any, may be considered.
Breast augmentation may be considered in patients who:
- have naturally lower breast volume
- have experienced volume changes following pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
- have differences in breast size or shape
- are in good general health
- understand the procedure, recovery process, limitations, and potential risks
- have realistic expectations about what surgery may and may not achieve
A consultation and clinical assessment are required to determine whether breast augmentation is appropriate for your individual circumstances.
When Breast Augmentation May Not Be Recommended
Breast augmentation is not suitable for everyone. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will assess your medical history, breast anatomy, and overall health to determine whether the procedure may be appropriate for your circumstances.
Breast augmentation may not be recommended, or may need to be delayed, in patients who:
- have certain untreated or poorly controlled medical conditions
- are actively smoking or using nicotine products and are unwilling to cease use before and after surgery
- have active infections or untreated breast conditions
- are pregnant or breastfeeding
- are planning significant weight loss in the near future
- have unrealistic expectations about the procedure or its limitations
- are not able to commit to the recovery process and postoperative care requirements
- have anatomical factors that may make breast augmentation less suitable without alternative or additional procedures
In some situations, alternative treatment options, further investigations, or delaying surgery may be recommended. A personalised consultation is required to determine whether breast augmentation is appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Breast Augmentation and Breast Lift: What Is the Difference?
Breast augmentation and breast lift surgery address different concerns.
Breast augmentation is designed to increase breast volume and may alter breast shape through the use of implants or, in selected cases, fat transfer.
A breast lift (mastopexy) is designed to address the position of the breast tissue and nipple when these structures have descended over time due to factors such as ageing, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, or genetics.
Some individuals may be suited to breast augmentation alone, while others may be better suited to a breast lift or a combination of both procedures.
This distinction is important because increasing breast volume does not necessarily address breast position or nipple position. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry assesses factors such as breast tissue, nipple position, skin quality, breast shape, and existing volume before discussing which treatment options may be appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Breast Implant Options
Breast implants are available in a range of shapes, sizes, widths, projections, filling materials, and surface types. These characteristics influence surgical planning and are considered alongside your individual anatomy.
During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will assess factors such as your breast tissue, chest dimensions, skin quality, and existing breast shape before discussing the implant options that may be appropriate for your circumstances. Implant selection is based on anatomical measurements and surgical planning rather than implant volume alone.
Common implant characteristics considered during surgical planning include:
- implant volume
- implant width
- implant projection (profile: Low, moderate, high, or extra-high profile)
- implant surface characteristics
- silicone filling material
Each implant option has advantages, limitations, and considerations that will be discussed during consultation. A personalised assessment is required to determine which implant characteristics may be appropriate for your individual circumstances.
What Is the Difference Between Round and Anatomical Implants?
Round implants generally provide more upper breast volume, while anatomical implants have a tapered shape. The choice depends on breast tissue, chest dimensions, tissue thickness, and the type of change being considered.
Implant shape is only one part of the overall plan. It must be considered alongside implant size, profile, placement, and the amount of tissue coverage available.
How Is the Right Implant Size Chosen?
Breast implant size is measured in cubic centimetres (cc) rather than bra cup sizes. The appearance of a particular implant volume can vary between individuals depending on factors such as chest dimensions, breast width, tissue characteristics, and existing breast volume.
Dr Yezdi Mistry uses clinical assessment and anatomical measurements to guide implant selection. The aim is to select implant dimensions that are appropriate for your individual anatomy and tissue characteristics.
Planning may include:
- chest and breast measurements
- assessment of breast tissue and tissue thickness
- review of breast base width
- discussion of implant volume and projection
- trial sizing where appropriate
Implant selection is based on multiple factors and is not determined by implant volume alone. A personalised assessment is required to determine which implant characteristics may be appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Implant Profile and Projection
Implant profile describes how far an implant projects forward from the chest. Different implant profiles can influence breast shape and how the implant fits your chest dimensions.
The most appropriate profile depends on factors such as your chest width, breast dimensions, existing tissue, and implant volume. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will assess these factors and discuss which implant characteristics may be appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Common implant profiles include:
- Low profile – less forward projection and a wider implant base
- Moderate profile – a balance between width and projection
- High profile – greater forward projection with a narrower implant base
Where Will My Breast Implants Be Placed?
Breast implants can be placed in different positions relative to the breast tissue and chest muscle. Implant placement can influence tissue coverage, breast shape, recovery, and other aspects of surgical planning.
The most appropriate implant position depends on factors such as your anatomy, tissue characteristics, implant selection, and individual surgical plan. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will assess these factors and discuss which approach may be appropriate for your circumstances.
Common implant placement options include:
- Subglandular placement – the implant is placed beneath the breast tissue and above the chest muscle.
- Submuscular placement – the implant is placed partially beneath the chest muscle to provide additional tissue coverage.
- Dual-plane placement – a technique that combines elements of both approaches and may be used in selected patients.
Implant placement is not the same for every patient and is determined by a range of anatomical and surgical factors.
A personalised assessment is required to determine which implant placement option may be appropriate for your individual circumstances.
Incision Techniques
Breast augmentation requires an incision to allow placement of the implant. The location of the incision is determined by several factors, including your anatomy, implant selection, implant placement, and overall surgical plan.
No surgical incision is completely scar-free. All scars mature and change over time, and scar appearance varies between individuals.
Common incision options include:
- Inframammary incision – placed in the crease beneath the breast.
- Periareolar incision – placed around the edge of the areola and may be suitable in selected cases.
- Transaxillary incision – placed within the armpit and used less commonly.
During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will discuss the incision options that may be appropriate for your individual circumstances, including the potential advantages, limitations, and scar locations associated with each approach.
Can I Have Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer?
Fat transfer breast augmentation may be considered for selected individuals. The procedure involves removing fat from another area of the body using liposuction, processing the fat, and transferring it into the breasts.
Unlike breast implants, fat transfer uses your own tissue and does not involve the placement of an implant device. However, the amount of volume that can be achieved is generally more limited than with breast implants, and a proportion of the transferred fat may not survive long term.
Important considerations include:
- use of your own fat tissue
- no implant device
- a generally more modest volume increase than can be achieved with implants
- variable fat survival after transfer
- the need for adequate donor fat
- the possibility that more than one procedure may be required in some cases
Not everyone is suitable for fat transfer breast augmentation. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will assess your anatomy and discuss whether this approach may be appropriate for your individual circumstances.
What Happens During Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation is typically performed in an accredited hospital under general anaesthesia. The procedure commonly takes around one to two hours, although surgical times vary depending on the complexity of the procedure and whether additional techniques are being performed.
The operation is performed according to the surgical plan developed during consultation. Depending on the planned procedure, this may involve:
- placement of a breast implant
- fat transfer in selected cases
- creation of the planned incision
- positioning of the implant or transferred fat
- closure of the incisions
- application of dressings and postoperative support garments
Specific details of the procedure vary between individuals and will be discussed during consultation.
Before & After Photos
Before and after photos may be discussed during consultation where appropriate. These images are used to help explain surgical planning, incision patterns, scar placement, and the range of outcomes that may occur after breast lift surgery.
It is important to understand that photos show results from individual cases only. Outcomes vary between individuals and are influenced by anatomy, skin quality, breast tissue, healing, weight changes, ageing, and the specific surgical approach used. Before and after images should not be interpreted as a guarantee of what can be achieved.
What Is the Recovery Timeline After Breast Augmentation?
Recovery varies between individuals. Healing depends on anatomy, implant placement, surgical technique, and the body’s normal response to surgery.
The first few weeks usually involve swelling, tightness, and restricted movement. The breasts continue to settle over several months, and scars also change gradually.
Recovery after breast augmentation varies between individuals. Factors such as your anatomy, implant placement, surgical technique, and the body’s natural healing response can all influence recovery.
It is normal to experience swelling, tightness, and discomfort in the early stages of healing. While many people return to everyday activities within a few weeks, the breasts continue to settle and scars continue to mature over several months.
✓ First Week
Activity is usually limited during the first week. Bruising and swelling may continue, and lifting, reaching, and strenuous activity are generally avoided.
Swelling and bruising may continue during the first week. Activities involving lifting, reaching, pushing, or pulling are generally restricted.
A follow-up appointment may be arranged to review healing, check and assess dressings, as well as discuss any questions about recovery.
✓ Weeks 2 to 3
Many individuals begin to feel more comfortable during this stage. Some may return to light desk-based work if healing is progressing and their role does not involve lifting.
Swelling may begin to settle, although the breasts may still feel firm or sit higher than their longer-term position.
✓ Weeks 4 to 6
Activity may gradually increase based on clinical advice. Exercise and lifting should only resume when recommended.
Healing is still progressing during this period. Breast shape, position, and feel may continue to change.
✓ After 6 Weeks and Beyond
Many individuals are able to return to most usual activities after approximately six weeks, depending on their recovery and the procedure performed.
The breasts continue to settle over several months. Scar maturation also takes time, and review is recommended if any concerns arise.
What Are the Risks and Complications of Breast Augmentation?
All surgical procedures carry risks. A discussion of the potential risks, complications, benefits, and limitations of breast augmentation forms an important part of the informed consent process before surgery.
Some risks are associated with surgery in general, while others relate specifically to breast implants and the body’s healing response.
Potential risks and complications may include:
- infection
- bleeding or haematoma
- delayed wound healing
- scarring
- fluid collection (seroma)
- capsular contracture (hardening of scar tissue around the implant)
- implant rupture or damage
- implant displacement or malposition
- breast asymmetry
- altered nipple or breast sensation
- visible or palpable implant edges
- dissatisfaction with the aesthetic outcome
- the need for further surgery
Breast implants are not lifetime devices. Over time, changes in the implant, surrounding tissues, or individual circumstances may result in the need for additional procedures, including implant replacement, removal, or revision surgery.
The risks associated with breast augmentation vary between individuals. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will discuss the potential risks and complications relevant to your individual circumstances.
What Results Can I Expect After Breast Augmentation?
The results of breast augmentation develop gradually over time. In the early stages of recovery, swelling can affect breast shape, position, and firmness, meaning the appearance immediately after surgery is not the final result.
As healing progresses, the breasts typically continue to settle and soften over a period of months. The final appearance is influenced by a range of factors, including your anatomy, tissue characteristics, implant selection, surgical technique, and individual healing response.
Breast augmentation may result in changes to breast volume, shape, and proportions. However, outcomes vary between individuals and no specific result can be guaranteed.
Regular follow-up appointments allow healing and implant position to be monitored throughout the recovery process. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will discuss what may reasonably be expected based on your individual circumstances.
Long-Term Monitoring and Maintenance
Breast implants require ongoing monitoring throughout your lifetime. While implants do not necessarily need to be replaced after a fixed number of years, they are not considered lifetime devices.
Changes can occur over time due to the implant itself, the surrounding breast tissue, ageing, weight changes, pregnancy, or other individual factors. For this reason, it is important to remain aware of any changes in your breasts and seek review if concerns arise.
Long-term considerations may include:
- monitoring for changes in breast shape, size, firmness, or comfort
- attending clinical review if concerns develop
- imaging where appropriate to assess implant integrity
- understanding that future surgery may be required
Some individuals may require implant replacement, removal, or revision surgery at some stage during their lifetime. During consultation, Dr Yezdi Mistry will discuss the long-term considerations associated with breast implants and the importance of ongoing follow-up.
What Is the Cost of Breast Augmentation in Newcastle?
The cost of breast augmentation varies depending on the procedure and individual treatment plan. Factors may include surgeon’s fees, hospital fees, anaesthesia fees, implant selection, and surgical complexity.
A personalised quote is provided after consultation once the surgical plan has been discussed. This allows costs to be explained in relation to your specific procedure.
