Breast Implants in Korea

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Key Procedure Information

Implant breast augmentation creates natural and beautiful breasts by selecting an implant and size that suit the individual’s body shape to enhance small or sagging breasts.

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Surgery Duration

1 hour

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Anesthesia

General

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Hospitalization

None

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Stitch Removal

After 7 days

Implant Breast Surgery Methods

Breast Surgery at BongBong Plastic Surgery in Seoul, Korea

Transaxillary Incision

An incision of approximately 2–3 cm is made along the inner crease of the armpit to insert the implant. BongBong Plastic Surgery uses specially designed endoscopic equipment and a minimally invasive surgical technique developed in-house, resulting in minimal bleeding and reduced postoperative pain.

Breast Surgery at BongBong Plastic Surgery in Seoul, Korea

Inframammary Fold Incision

The implant is inserted through an incision along the natural crease beneath the breast. Compared with other incision methods, this technique allows a faster return to daily activities and is preferred by homemakers, athletes, and celebrities. The scar may be visible when lying down, but it becomes barely noticeable after approximately two years. BongBong Plastic Surgery also provides a Scar Treatment Program to minimize the appearance of scars.

Breast Surgery at BongBong Plastic Surgery in Seoul, Korea

Periareolar Incision

The implant is inserted through an approximately 1.5 cm incision around the areola, where the skin is naturally darker. The advantage is that the scar is barely noticeable, while a possible drawback is a slight decrease in nipple sensation.

Types of Breast Implants at BongBong

BongBong Plastic Surgery uses implants with proven effectiveness and safety based on clinical data and cases. The ideal implant is selected for each individual based on their body shape and preferred size, shape, and feel.

Bounce

An implant that provides skin-like comfort and a natural silhouette.

SEBBIN

An implant featuring a micro-textured surface designed to provide a natural feel and silhouette.

MENTOR

An implant featuring a strong outer shell and cohesive silicone gel for enhanced safety.

MOTIVA

An implant designed with a strong outer shell and a nano-textured surface.

Breast Implants Q&A

A. Some patients become extremely sensitive after implant surgery, to the point where even the slightest brush of clothing can feel startling, while others may experience reduced sensation. As the implant is inserted into the breast, it can stimulate the nerves on the outer and inner sides of the breast, which may cause occasional tingling or numbness. In fact, this can be a positive response indicating nerve recovery. For approximately 6 months to 1 year, the body goes through an adaptation period, during which sensation may alternate between heightened and reduced sensitivity before gradually returning to normal. In very rare cases, sensation may be lost, but an experienced surgeon can minimize this risk through appropriate dissection and by minimizing tissue damage during surgery.

A. Implant surgery itself does not cause the breasts to sag more or accelerate breast sagging. However, sagging may occur over time due to a natural decrease in skin elasticity. Therefore, we recommend paying attention to breast moisturization after surgery and wearing supportive underwear, such as a bralette, even when you are at home, to provide gentle support for the breasts.

A. This can occasionally occur in patients with poor circulation. With an armpit incision, the arms are kept extended to the sides for more than an hour, which may temporarily cause numbness or reduced sensation in the arms. However, this is a temporary symptom and will recover over time.

Hybrid Breast Augmentation

Hybrid Breast Augmentation is a surgical technique developed by BongBong Plastic Surgery, combining implants and autologous fat grafting to create the most natural-looking breast shape.

Key Procedure Information

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Surgery Duration

1 hour

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Anesthesia

General

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Hospitalization

None

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, Korea

Stitch Removal

After 7 days

Advantages of Implant Breast Augmentation (Full Volume and Long-Lasting Results)
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Hybrid Breast Augmentation

BongBong Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Seoul, South Korea

BongBong’s Development of Hybrid Breast Augmentation

  • Lecture on Hybrid Breast Augmentation at the 16th Minimally Invasive Plastic Surgery Research Society Symposium
  • Invited Lecture on Hybrid Breast Augmentation at the 15th Yonsei University Severance Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Symposium
  • Invitation of Dr. Klaus, the German inventor of HarvestJet, and Invited Lecture at the HarvestJet Symposium
  • Lecture on Hybrid Breast Augmentation at the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
  • Invited Lecture on Hybrid Breast Augmentation at the Taiwan Society of Plastic Surgery

Who Is Hybrid Breast Augmentation Recommended For?

Those who have experienced significant stress due to having a very flat chestThose who were not satisfied with breast augmentation through fat grafting
Those who can feel the implant after implant breast augmentationThose whose upper body is slimmer compared to their lower body
Those with a very slim body typeThose who want a natural-looking cleavage
Those with asymmetrical breastsThose with pectus carinatum or pectus excavatum

Hybrid Breast Augmentation Q&A

A. Developed at BongBong by Director Park Seong-su, this procedure combines implants with fat grafting to create a more natural feel and shape by enhancing areas that may appear unnatural with implants alone.

A. The fat graft survival rate varies depending on individual body characteristics, but generally, a higher BMI tends to be associated with better fat graft survival. On average, the survival rate is 65% for conventional fat grafting and 75% for Basic Cell fat grafting. In addition, avoiding excessive dieting immediately after surgery and maintaining a nutritious diet can greatly help with fat graft survival.

A. As with fillers, fat grafting should be performed by evenly distributing an appropriate amount of fat rather than grafting too much at once in order to achieve satisfactory results without complications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is implant breast augmentation?

Implant breast augmentation uses an implant selected to suit your body shape and desired size, shape, and feel to enhance small or sagging breasts with a natural-looking result.

How long does implant breast augmentation take, and what is the recovery setup?

The procedure takes about one hour under general anesthesia. Hospitalization is not required, and stitches are removed after seven days.

What incision options are available for breast implants?

Options include a transaxillary incision in the armpit, an inframammary-fold incision beneath the breast, and a periareolar incision around the areola.

What should I know about a transaxillary incision?

A 2–3 cm incision is made along the inner armpit crease to place the implant. It uses endoscopic equipment and a minimally invasive technique intended to minimize bleeding and postoperative pain.

What should I know about an inframammary-fold incision?

The implant is placed through an incision in the natural crease under the breast. This option can allow a faster return to daily activities, though the scar may be visible when lying down before becoming much less noticeable over time.

What should I know about a periareolar incision?

The implant is placed through an approximately 1.5 cm incision around the darker skin of the areola. The scar can be difficult to notice, but there may be a slight decrease in nipple sensation.

Which breast implant types are available?

Available options include Bounce, SEBBIN, MENTOR, and MOTIVA implants. The choice is based on your body shape and your preferences for size, shape, and feel.

Can nipple sensation change after implant surgery?

Yes. Sensitivity may temporarily increase or decrease, with occasional tingling or numbness while nerves recover. Sensation can fluctuate for about six months to one year before gradually returning to normal; permanent loss is described as very rare.

Will breast implants make my breasts sag more?

Implant surgery itself does not cause or speed up sagging. Over time, natural loss of skin elasticity can contribute to sagging, so moisturizing and wearing gentle supportive underwear are recommended.

Why might my arm feel numb after an armpit-incision procedure?

Because the arms remain extended during surgery for more than an hour, some people—especially those with poor circulation—may have temporary numbness or reduced sensation. It is expected to recover over time.

What is hybrid breast augmentation?

Hybrid breast augmentation combines implants with your own fat grafting to add implant volume while improving areas that could look or feel less natural with implants alone.

Who may consider hybrid breast augmentation?

It may be considered for people with a very flat chest, a slim body type, upper-body slimness relative to the lower body, asymmetrical breasts, chest-wall differences, dissatisfaction after fat grafting alone, noticeable implants, or a desire for more natural-looking cleavage.

How long does hybrid breast augmentation take?

Hybrid breast augmentation takes about one hour under general anesthesia. No hospitalization is required, and stitch removal is scheduled after seven days.

What fat-graft survival rate can I expect with hybrid breast augmentation?

Fat-graft survival varies by individual characteristics. The stated averages are 65% for conventional fat grafting and 75% for Basic Cell fat grafting. Maintaining a nutritious diet and avoiding excessive dieting soon after surgery may help support graft survival.

Are there side effects from fat grafting?

Fat grafting should use an appropriate amount of fat distributed evenly rather than placing too much at once, with the goal of achieving satisfactory results without complications.