Breast Augmentation
Enhance your natural beauty with premium silicone gel implants, tailored to your desired size and shape.
Quick Facts
Procedure Type
Surgical (General Anaesthetic)
Surgery Time
1-2 hours
Hospital Stay
Day surgery
Time Off Work
1-2 weeks
Return to Exercise
6 weeks
Final Results
6 months
Guide Price
From £6,800
Overview
Breast augmentation uses premium silicone gel implants to enhance breast size and shape, making it one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures worldwide. At Waterfront, we use premium silicone gel implants from Motiva and GE Aesthetics, featuring nano-textured technology for a natural feel and appearance.
We use round implants, and the size and profile are selected with you during your consultation. Our team uses 3D imaging technology (Crisalix) at your consultation to help you visualise the likely result and choose the size that suits your body.
Who Is This Procedure For?
- •Women seeking to enlarge their breasts for increased confidence
- •Restore breast volume after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
- •Correct asymmetry between breasts
- •Reconstruction following mastectomy
- •Address tuberous breasts or congenital conditions
What Does the Procedure Involve?
Implants are inserted through a small incision made in the natural crease beneath the breast. This placement ensures the scar is hidden naturally. The implants can be placed above the chest muscle, below the chest muscle, or in a dual plane position (partially above and below the muscle), depending on your anatomy and desired results.
During your consultation, we use advanced 3D imaging technology (Crisalix) to help you preview your potential results and determine the optimal implant size, shape, and placement for your body.
Risks & Considerations
All surgery carries some risk. Possible complications specific to breast augmentation include:
- •Bleeding: 1-2 in 100
- •Infection: Less than 2 in 100
- •Capsular contracture: Approximately 1 in 10 (hardening of scar tissue around implant)
- •Changed nipple sensation: Usually temporary
- •Implant rippling: Surface waviness of the implant
- •Implant rupture: Leakage of gel (rare with modern implants)
- •ALCL (Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma): Approximately 1 in 60,000
Recovery Overview
Days 1-3
Rest and focus on recovery. Pain managed with prescribed medication. Wear support bra as directed.
Week 1
Attend nurse review appointment. Gentle arm movements as tolerated. Dressings checked and assessed.
Weeks 2-3
Return to desk work if comfortable. Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities. Continue with prescribed care.
4-6 weeks
Resume gentle exercise gradually. Listen to your body and avoid contact sports and heavy activities.
6 weeks
Resume normal activities and exercise routines as tolerated. Continue to protect implants from trauma.
3-6 months
Implants settle into final position. Scars continue to mature and fade significantly over time.
Patient Information Leaflets
BAAPS/BAPRAS Guide to Breast Augmentation
Comprehensive patient information about breast augmentation surgery
Download PDFBreast Augmentation Aftercare Guide
Already had your procedure? Visit our detailed online aftercare guide with recovery timelines, checklists, medication schedules, and when to contact us.