Trusted Breast Augmentation Care in Seoul

Who Is Breast Augmentation For?

• ✓Adults who wish to increase breast size or improve breast symmetry
• ✓Women following significant weight loss or breastfeeding whose breast volume has diminished
• ✓Those seeking reconstruction following breast surgery (in appropriate cases)
• ✓Individuals in good overall health with realistic expectations about outcomes

What to Expect

1. 1

   Consultation & Implant Selection

   1–2 hours

   Your surgeon discusses implant type (silicone gel, cohesive gel, saline), shape (round vs. anatomical), profile, and incision location. Sizers may be used to help visualise the planned result. Chest measurements guide implant volume selection.

2. 2

   Surgery

   1–2 hours

   Performed under general anesthesia. The implant is placed through the chosen incision approach (inframammary fold, around the areola, or via the armpit) either under the chest muscle (submuscular) or above it (subglandular). A drain may be placed for 24–48 hours.

3. 3

   Recovery

   1–2 weeks to light activity; 6 weeks to full activity

   Post-operative soreness — particularly with submuscular placement — is managed with prescribed pain relief. A surgical bra is worn for 4–6 weeks. Implants settle into their final position over 3–6 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Under the muscle or over the muscle — which is better?

Submuscular (under the muscle) placement tends to give a more natural appearance — particularly important for slender patients with little natural breast tissue. It also makes mammogram interpretation easier. Subglandular (above the muscle) placement may have an easier recovery but can look less natural in thin patients. Your surgeon will recommend based on your anatomy.

How long do breast implants last?

Modern silicone gel implants do not have a fixed expiry date. They do not need to be replaced on a set schedule if there are no problems. However, implant-related issues (capsular contracture, implant rupture, or position change) may require revision surgery at some point. Lifelong occasional MRI monitoring is recommended for silicone implants.

Will breast augmentation affect breastfeeding?

Most women with breast implants can breastfeed successfully. The risk of reduced milk supply is slightly higher with periareolar (around-the-nipple) incisions compared to other approaches. If future breastfeeding is a priority, discuss this with your surgeon when planning the procedure.