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Dr Daood Cosmetic Surgery
Breast & Chest

Breast Augmentation (Mammoplasty) Surgery Sydney

Breast augmentation surgery using implants or, in some cases, fat transfer.

Dr Jassim Daood performing a procedure at the Bankstown clinic
About the procedure

What this procedure involves

Breast augmentation is surgery to increase or reshape the breasts, using implants or, in some cases, fat transfer. Dr Jassim Daood performs breast augmentation at the Bankstown clinic. Whether augmentation is appropriate, and which approach may suit you, depends on your individual anatomy and circumstances, which are assessed at a consultation.

Recovery

Recovery varies between patients. A support garment is typically worn for several weeks, and swelling and discomfort are expected. Many people take around one to two weeks away from work, though this depends on the individual and the nature of the procedure.

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Before & after results

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In depth

More about this procedure

Detailed information about this procedure. Select a section to read more.

Breast augmentation is commonly considered by women who feel their breasts are smaller than they would like, whether because breast tissue never fully developed, or because volume was lost after pregnancy, breast-feeding or weight change. Where sagging accompanies loss of volume, a breast lift (mastopexy) may be recommended as well, either together or separately.

It may also be considered for the reasons below. Suitability is assessed individually at your consultation:

  • To restore volume lost after pregnancy or weight change
  • To improve symmetry where breasts differ in size or shape
  • To improve the shape of breasts that have lost firmness, often with a lift
  • As part of reconstruction after breast surgery

Augmentation increases breast size by placing an implant into a pocket behind each breast, either in front of or beneath the chest (pectoral) muscle, through a small incision. Modern cohesive silicone implants have a texture similar to natural breast tissue. In some cases fat transfer may be considered instead of, or alongside, implants.

The size is chosen with you, taking into account the amount of breast tissue and skin available, your build and your goals. Incisions are kept as small as possible and placed where scars can be concealed (beneath the breast, at the areola, or in the armpit) and usually fade over time. It is generally performed under general anaesthetic.

Augmentation does not usually alter breast function, and the ability to breast-feed after pregnancy is generally unaffected, though as for any woman successful breast-feeding cannot be guaranteed. Nipple sensation can change. There is no demonstrated link between breast implants and an increased risk of breast cancer.

A supportive garment is worn after surgery, and arm movements are restricted for a few days. A feeling of fullness, soreness and swelling is normal at first, and pain relief can be prescribed; aspirin-containing medication should be avoided.

Many people return to work within about one to two weeks; heavy lifting and strenuous exercise are avoided for several weeks while activity is gradually resumed.

Breast augmentation is a well-established procedure that many women find improves their proportions and confidence. Swelling settles over the following weeks to months, and results vary between individuals.

Ongoing monitoring of implants is recommended over the long term, and realistic expectations are discussed before any decision is made.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Breast augmentation, sometimes called a boob job, is surgery to increase or reshape the breasts using implants or, in some cases, fat transfer. Whether it is appropriate for you is assessed at your consultation.

Implants add volume using a manufactured device, while fat transfer uses fat taken from elsewhere on your body. Each has different considerations and is not suitable for everyone; the options are discussed at your consultation.

No. Implants are not lifetime devices and may need to be replaced or removed at some point, which can involve further surgery. This is discussed in detail before any decision is made.

Suitability is assessed individually, taking into account your anatomy, health and goals. Some people are not suitable candidates, which is part of what the consultation determines.

Breast augmentation starts from $8,000 + GST as an indicative price. The final cost depends on your individual procedure and is provided in writing after your consultation, reflecting the total cost, including the surgeon, anaesthesia, facility fees, implants and aftercare.

A support garment is typically worn for several weeks, and swelling and discomfort are expected. Many people take around one to two weeks away from work, depending on the individual.

A GP referral is required before a cosmetic surgery consultation, and the referring practitioner must not perform cosmetic procedures themselves.