Breast augmentation, also called augmentation mammoplasty, enhances breast size using saline or silicone implants. It is often a purely cosmetic procedure to increase the size of naturally small breasts or correct a reduction in breast volume after pregnancy, but breast augmentation can also help balance a difference in size or serve as a reconstructive technique following breast surgery.

• Length of procedure: 1-2 hours or longer.
• Recovery: Patients can return to work in 7-10 days and can resume more strenuous activities in 2 weeks. Swelling and bruising may last as long as 3-6 weeks.