In the early days of breast augmentation, there were only round implants. However, in recent years, several other shapes and sizes have been developed for the implants. In principle, there are two forms of breast implants today: round implants and teardrop-shaped (anatomical) implants. The anatomically shaped implants perfectly mimic the natural teardrop shape of the breast and give a harmonious and extremely natural result. The round implants emphasize the upper and inner pole of the breast a bit more, creating a pronounced cleavage. Very large implants are even available exclusively as round implants. The decision about which implants to use is always made in a detailed consultation with the patient.

In the past, breast implants consisted of a silicone shell filled with liquid silicone. Today, the filling consists of highly cross-linked silicone gel. This means that silicone can no longer leak. If a rupture should occur, which is unlikely with modern implants, liquid silicone no longer leaks into the body. This is a key safety feature of modern breast implants.

The answer depends on various factors. If you are planning to have children only in a few years, there is nothing to be said against breast augmentation. However, if the desire to have children is current, you should wait until after pregnancy to have a breast augmentation. If the hormonally induced physical changes have regressed again without exception after pregnancy, a breast augmentation can be performed; this is the case about six months after weaning.

Yes, breastfeeding and breast augmentation are not mutually exclusive. The baby can be breastfed normally after breast augmentation. There is no risk to the baby or the implant. Thanks to state-of-the-art highly cohesive silicone implants, there is also no risk of silicone particles passing into breast milk.

This question is asked quite often. You can sleep in any position you wish after breast augmentation. In principle, the prone position is possible from the first day after breast augmentation, but you should not lie on your stomach for more than a quarter of an hour during the first week.

In principle, there are no restrictions on sports activities after breast augmentation. If no extreme oversizing of the breast is desired, the freedom of movement remains fully intact. Nevertheless, women who participate in competitive sports should carefully consider the position of the implant, as otherwise there may be movement of the breast implants in the course of extreme sporting activity. We will be happy to advise you on this in detail!

Breast augmentation is not infrequently performed at a younger age. As soon as a woman's body is fully grown, which is the case at about 18-20 years of age, breast augmentation can be performed. There is no upper age limit. As long as the tissue is sufficiently firm and elastic, breast augmentation can also be performed at an older age with very good results.

Fortunately, capsular contracture has become exceptionally rare today. There are different degrees of severity of capsular contracture. Capsular contracture is a proliferation of connective tissue that occurs around the implant as a reaction of the body to the implant. In rare cases, this can lead to visual changes in the shape of the breast. Thanks to the innovative surface properties of implants, capsular fibrosis is rare today.

The answer to whether the implant is placed in front of or behind the pectoral muscle depends on several factors. In very slim women, it is better to place the implant behind the pectoral muscle, as the edges of the implant may visibly show. If there is enough of the patient's own tissue, the implant can also be placed in front of the pectoral muscle with very good results. Women who are extremely athletic or who even practice competitive sports must be informed about the position of the implant in particular so that they can maintain their usual freedom of movement.