Breast augmentation is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries in France. Whether you want to increase the size of your breasts, improve the balance of your figure, restore your breasts after pregnancy or weight loss, or reconstruct a breast after a mastectomy, this surgery offers reliable, natural, and long-lasting results.
Thanks to advances in techniques and the expertise of a specialized plastic surgeon, breast augmentation in Paris allows women to achieve a bust that aligns with their aesthetic expectations, body type, and femininity.
What is a breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation involves increasing the volume of the breasts and, in some cases, improving their shape. It may be performed for cosmetic reasons—when the patient wishes to increase her breast size or address self-consciousness related to small breasts—or as part of breast reconstruction, particularly following an illness or a mastectomy.
The program addresses a variety of needs:
- Breast hypoplasia: insufficient development of the mammary gland (cup size smaller than A).
- Breast hypotrophy: loss of volume due to aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss.
- Breast asymmetry: a noticeable difference between the two breasts.
- Congenital abnormalities: tuberous breasts, Poland syndrome, etc.
- Breast Reconstruction: After Breast Cancer or Breast Surgery.
In addition to the cosmetic improvement, natural breast augmentation or augmentation with implants often leads to a real boost in self-confidence. The result should be in harmony with the body’s silhouette, long-lasting, and as natural as possible, regardless of the technique used.
What are our different breast augmentation techniques?
Dr. Delobaux offers several breast augmentation techniques in Paris. The technique will be chosen based on your anatomy and your expectations. The three main approaches are:
Breast Implants
Breast augmentation with implants is the most common procedure. It involves inserting a silicone gel-filled implant under the skin to increase breast volume and improve their shape.
Types of implants available:
Round implants: the most commonly used in France and Europe.
- Anatomical implants: phased out in Europe because they can rotate under the skin.
- Ergonomic implants: round implants that function like anatomical implants
Implants are available in different projection profiles (low, moderate, high, very high). The higher the projection, the more the breast protrudes forward.
For optimal safety, implants must be CE-certified devices approved by the ANSM. The shell must be smooth or microtextured, depending on the indication (macrotextured shells are prohibited), and the silicone gel must be cohesive to prevent leakage in the event of a rupture of the implant shell.
Implant Placement:
Implants can be placed in three different ways:
- Prepectoral: in front of the muscle, for patients with sufficient breast tissue.
- Retropectoral: behind the muscle, for very slender patients.
- Dual Plane: a combination of both, for a very natural result.
Similarly, there are three possible incision sites:
- Inframammary
- Hemi-areolar (around the areola)
- Axillary: located in the armpit crease, for a nearly invisible scar.
Why Choose Implants?
Implants can significantly increase breast volume. The results are immediate and can correct mild breast ptosis (sagging breasts).
It is also the ideal technique when the patient does not have enough fat for lipofilling.
Breast Lipofilling
Breast lipofilling is a natural breast augmentation technique, in that it uses only autologous fat (the patient’s own fat). It is therefore the quintessential implant-free breast augmentation technique.
The principle of lipofilling:
Lipofilling involves performing liposuction on areas with excess fat (abdomen, love handles, thighs, etc.) in order to reinject the harvested and purified fat directly into the breasts. The surgeon then contours the breasts to give them a harmonious shape.
Why choose lipofilling?
- A very natural look
- No foreign object
- Two Benefits: Breast Augmentation + Liposuction
- No risk of rejection (autologous fat).
The Limitations of Breast Lipofilling:
- Moderate breast augmentation
- Partial fat reduction (approximately 30 to 50%)
- Recommended for a natural and unobtrusive design.
Composite Breast Augmentation
Composite breast augmentation in Paris combines implants and lipofilling.
It offers:
- an extremely natural look
- a softer feel
- optimal concealment of the prosthesis's contours
- a greater increase than with lipofilling alone.
What are the steps to take before your breast augmentation?
Before undergoing breast augmentation surgery in Paris, there are several steps you need to take:
The First Consultation
During this important appointment, the surgeon will discuss your expectations and perform a thorough clinical examination. He or she will assess the amount of fat available in case lipofilling is being considered and will explain the various possible techniques.
If you choose breast augmentation with implants, you will then proceed to the implant fitting. The implants are placed under your bra to assess the expected results in terms of size and cleavage.
He will also explain the risks associated with this procedure and any possible complications. Finally, he will make sure you have no contraindications before providing you with a quote.
The goal is to determine the best technique based on your body type, the desired outcome, and the surgical options available.
Mandatory Consultations
- 2 surgical consultations
- 1 pre-anesthesia consultation
- 1 blood test
- 1 mammogram or breast ultrasound
What is the procedure for your breast augmentation?
The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia.
Breast Implants
- Duration: about 1 hour
- Incision: inframammary, axillary, or areolar
- Implant placement: prepectoral, retropectoral, or dual-plane
- No drain
- Shaping dressing at the end of the procedure
On the day of the procedure, the patient is treated on an outpatient basis, and the surgery is performed under general anesthesia. Depending on the patient’s anatomy and aesthetic goals, the surgeon chooses the most appropriate incision site—whether under the breast, around the areola, or in the armpit.
The implant is then positioned either in front of the pectoral muscle—when there is sufficient breast tissue—or behind the muscle for a more natural look, or using the so-called “dual-plane” technique, in which the upper part of the implant is placed under the muscle and the lower part under the breast tissue.
Once the implant is in place, the surgeon closes the incision with dissolvable sutures and applies a compression bandage or a compression bra to hold the implants in place. The procedure usually lasts between one and two hours, and the patient can go home the same day.
Lipofilling
- Duration: 1 to 2 hours
- Fat Removal via Liposuction
- Washing and Purification
- Precise injection into defined areas
- Bandage + compression bra.
Before the procedure, the surgeon assesses the amount of available fat and the areas from which it can be harvested. On the day of the surgery, which is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis, the surgeon first performs liposuction. The extracted fat is then purified to remove impurities and isolate viable fat cells.
It is then gradually reinjected into the breasts in multiple layers and into specific areas to optimize fat take and achieve an even distribution.
After the surgery, a bandage is applied, and the patient must wear a compression bra for about a month to stabilize the volume and promote healing.
What are the aftereffects of breast augmentation?
The postoperative course varies depending on the technique, but generally follows these steps:
The very next day, the surgeon checks the healing progress and changes the dressing.
The pain is often moderate and can be managed with pain relievers.
Scars should be moisturized and cleaned daily with water and mild soap. Once the scabs have fallen off, you can gently massage the area to promote healing.
- You will not be able to expose yourself to direct sunlight for 12 months
- Quit smoking 45 days before and after
- Wearing a compression bra: 6 to 8 weeks
You can resume your activities as follows:
- Work (non-physical): 7 days, depending on the activity
- Sports: After 4 Weeks
- Carrying Heavy Loads: After 1 Month.
Our Breast Augmentation Prices in Paris
The cost of breast augmentation in Paris varies depending on the technique used, the duration of the procedure, the type of anesthesia, the complexity of the case, and the fees charged by the surgeon and the anesthesiologist.
Dr. Delobaux will provide you with a personalized estimate during your consultation.
Choosing breast augmentation in Paris means choosing expertise, safety, and a personalized approach. From state-of-the-art implants to natural lipofilling and combined techniques, there are many options available to help you achieve a harmonious bust that complements your body type and personality.
Whether you're looking for natural breast augmentation, a fuller look, a subtle result, or a very natural appearance through breast augmentation in Paris, your specialized surgeon will guide you toward the most suitable solution.
With comprehensive care, meticulous follow-up, and expertise in the latest techniques, undergoing breast augmentation in Paris 8 offers you every assurance of safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
