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Breast Augmentation (Mammoplasty) Surgery in Mumbai: Enhance Shape, Volume & Confidence
Breast augmentation surgery enhances the size, shape and fullness of the breasts using silicone or saline implants, or in some cases your own fat. It’s a highly personalised procedure with high satisfaction — but implants are not lifetime devices, and choosing the right ones means understanding both the results and the real, FDA-tracked risks.
What Is Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation surgery (augmentation mammoplasty) is a cosmetic procedure that enhances the size, fullness and shape of the breasts using silicone or saline implants, or fat transfer from another part of the body.
Who chooses it — women with naturally small or asymmetrical breasts, mothers restoring volume after pregnancy or breastfeeding, and anyone wanting more balanced proportions or confidence
Implants or fat — implants add reliable, lasting volume; fat transfer gives a subtler, natural increase using your own tissue. See implants vs fat grafting
Planned with you — breast sizers and 3D simulation help you visualise the outcome and choose implants suited to your body
Also called — breast enlargement, breast enhancement, augmentation mammoplasty, breast implant surgery, breast volume restoration
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Is a Lack of Breast Volume Affecting Your Confidence?
If small, uneven or deflated breasts affect how you feel, breast augmentation surgery can restore fuller, more symmetrical, natural-looking contours — tailored to your body and goals.
Do you feel underconfident because of small or underdeveloped breasts?
Do your fitted outfits constantly need alterations to suit your bustline?
Have pregnancy, weight change or ageing left your breasts with less volume than before?
For many women, breast size is tied to self-image and confidence. Whether from genetics, post-pregnancy volume loss, weight changes or ageing, small or asymmetrical breasts can affect how you feel in your clothes and in yourself.
There’s a well-established solution: breast augmentation surgery. This personalised procedure enhances breast size and shape using implants or fat transfer, restoring symmetry and a fuller contour. Modern implants and techniques make natural-looking results the norm — and a good surgeon will be as honest about the long-term commitment and risks as about the benefits, so you can make a fully informed choice.
Global & Indian trends (2024)
Worldwide, over 1.65 million breast augmentations were performed — the #2 surgical cosmetic procedure globally.
In India, around 47,690 breast augmentations were recorded, with demand concentrated in the 18–50 age group.
Source: ISAPS Global Survey 2024
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Video: Breast Augmentation Surgery Explained by Celebrity Cosmetic Surgeon Dr.Milan Doshi
Dr Milan Doshi is describing the Breast Augmentation in detail with benefits, candidacy, associated risks and significance
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Quick Facts About Breast Augmentation Surgery
| Time Required | 1-2 Hours |
| Anesthesia | General |
| Pain Level | Mild to Moderate |
| Hospital Stay | Day care |
| Flyback | 3-4 Days |
| Result | Breast Augmentation Seen Immediately |
| Diet | No Restriction |
| Satisfaction Rate | More than 97% |
| Cost | INR 1,40,000 to 2,00,000 Approx. |
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What Are the Key Benefits of Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation enhances size, shape and symmetry, restores volume lost after pregnancy or weight change, and can rebuild the breast after mastectomy or injury — improving proportion and confidence.
Adds volume and fullness — to naturally small or underdeveloped breasts
Improves symmetry — corrects breasts that differ in size or shape
Restores lost volume — after pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss or ageing
Refines contour and projection — for a balanced, proportionate silhouette
Reconstruction — rebuilds breast shape after mastectomy or trauma; often combined with a lift where there’s sagging
Confidence — many women report feeling more comfortable and confident
A lift instead? — if the main issue is sagging rather than volume, see augmentation vs lift
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What Are the Different Types of Breast Implants?
Breast implants vary by size, shape, shell texture and filler. The main choices are round vs anatomical (teardrop) shape, smooth vs textured shell, and silicone vs saline filler — each with trade-offs your surgeon will match to your anatomy. See our detailed breast implants guide.
Shape
- Round — symmetrical; if the implant rotates the shape stays the same; can add more upper-pole fullness
- Anatomical (teardrop) — mimics the natural breast slope, more projection lower down; must not rotate
Shell texture
- Smooth — the most common shell; moves within the pocket
- Textured — reduces movement and helps position shaped implants, but textured shells are the type linked to BIA-ALCL (see the safety section)
Filler
- Silicone gel — softer, more natural feel; cohesive ‘gummy bear’ gels hold shape well; pre-filled, and a rupture is ‘silent’ so needs monitoring
- Saline — filled during surgery (useful for fine-tuning asymmetry); if it ruptures the salt water is safely absorbed and deflation is obvious; can ripple more in thin patients
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How Do Implant Shape and Filler Affect Breast Augmentation Results?
The design, shape and filler of a breast implant determine the final look and feel — matching the right implant to your chest width, tissue quality and skin laxity is what produces a natural, lasting result.
Projection profiles — low, moderate or high; higher projection has a narrower base. Moderate suits tighter skin, higher suits looser skin
Round vs teardrop — round adds upper-pole fullness and is more forgiving; teardrop mimics a natural slope and suits mild sagging, but must not rotate
Silicone vs saline feel — cohesive silicone resists rippling and feels more natural; saline can look firmer in thin patients
Dual-chamber — an outer silicone and inner saline chamber allows some post-op adjustment; used more in reconstruction than cosmetic surgery
🩺 Dr. Milan Doshi’s note: “I choose implants based on chest width, tissue quality, skin laxity, and the patient’s desired look. Implant shape, filler, projection, and placement must work together to create a balanced, natural result and reduce long-term complications.”
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Are You the Right Candidate for Breast Augmentation Surgery?
You may be a good candidate for breast augmentation if your breasts are fully developed, you are in good health, and you want fuller or more symmetrical breasts — with realistic expectations and an understanding that implants aren’t permanent.
Breasts fully developed — generally age 22+ for silicone implants (18+ for saline, per FDA age rules)
Unhappy with size or volume — naturally small, or deflated after pregnancy, weight loss or ageing
Asymmetry — breasts that differ noticeably in size or shape
Good health — not pregnant or breastfeeding, no major medical concerns, non-smoker or willing to stop
Realistic expectations — of a natural-looking enhancement, not perfection
Accepts the long-term commitment — understands implants are not lifetime devices and revision surgery is likely at some point
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Why Is a Consultation Essential Before Breast Augmentation Surgery?
A consultation confirms your candidacy, selects the right implant for your body, and sets clear expectations about results, longevity and risks — using tools like 3D simulation and sizers so you can visualise the outcome.
Confirms suitability — and the best implant size, shape, projection and placement for you
Plans the technique — incision and pocket, expected results and safety profile
Covers risks and recovery — including the honest, long-term implant-safety picture
3D visualisation — Crisalix 3D simulation, real before/after photos, and breast-sizer trials at Allure Medspa
Reviews your history — weight changes, prior breast surgery, and any family history of breast conditions or cancer
How to prepare
Tests — blood work and breast screening as advised
Stop smoking; pause blood thinners — aspirin and anti-inflammatories, as directed
Disclose everything — all medicines, supplements and allergies
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What Techniques Are Used in Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation techniques vary by incision location and implant pocket placement, chosen to suit your anatomy, implant type and goals.
Incision options
Inframammary (breast crease) — the most common; hidden in the fold, gives good control
Periareolar (around the areola) — discreet scar; can combine with a minor lift
Transaxillary (armpit) — no scar on the breast; less direct control
TUBA (belly button) — rare, saline only, higher complication risk
Pocket placement
Subglandular — above the muscle; quicker recovery but more palpable in thin patients
Subfascial — under the fascia; natural support, less movement
Submuscular — under the pectoral muscle; less rippling, easier mammograms
Dual plane — part under-muscle; good upper-pole fullness and natural results, and useful for mild sagging
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How Is Breast Augmentation Surgery Performed, Step by Step?
Breast augmentation is a structured day-care procedure: under general anaesthesia, the surgeon makes a discreet incision, creates the implant pocket, places the implant with a no-touch technique, and closes in layers.
Preparation — pre-op checks, surgical markings, anaesthesia review
Anaesthesia — general anaesthesia for comfort
Incision — inframammary, periareolar or axillary, as planned
Pocket creation — subglandular, subfascial, submuscular or dual-plane
Pocket irrigation — flushed with antibiotic/saline solution to reduce infection and capsular-contracture risk
Implant placement — inserted with a no-touch technique (often a Keller funnel)
Closure — layered internal sutures; skin sealed with tape or adhesive. Enhancement is visible immediately
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When Will You See Results After Breast Augmentation — and How Long Do Implants Last?
The enhancement from breast augmentation is visible immediately, with implants settling into a natural position over 2–4 weeks. Implants are durable but not lifetime devices — plan for future monitoring and eventual revision.
Immediate then settling — breasts may sit high at first; implants ‘drop and fluff’ into place over 2–4 weeks
Final shape — over a few months as swelling fully resolves
Not lifetime devices — expect revision or replacement over the years; the longer you have implants, the more likely complications become
Monitoring — silicone implants need periodic imaging (MRI or ultrasound) to check for silent rupture; follow FDA/AAD screening guidance
Shape changes over time — ageing, weight and gravity may eventually call for an implant exchange or a breast lift; see implant revision surgery
Source: Implants are not lifetime devices; reoperation and removal are the most common outcomes over time
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What Is the Postoperative Care Plan After Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Good postoperative care — medication, a support bra, wound care and follow-ups — promotes healing, lowers risk and protects your result.
Medication — pain relief and antibiotics as prescribed
Support garment — surgical bra worn as advised (often 24/7 initially) to support the implants and reduce swelling
Activity — light walking the same evening; desk work in 2–3 days; gym in about 2 weeks; avoid heavy upper-body strain 4–6 weeks
Wound care — keep incisions clean and dry; shower once discharge stops; no bathtubs early on
Positioning — head elevated; don’t sleep on your stomach
Follow-ups & warning signs — scheduled checks; call the clinic for redness, fever, unusual swelling, pain or discharge. See implant warning signs
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What Are the Risks and Complications of Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Most women have no serious complications, but breast augmentation carries real risks you must understand — the common ones are capsular contracture, reoperation and implant removal, and there are rare implant-associated cancers the FDA now tracks with a boxed warning.
Common / surgical risks
Capsular contracture — scar tissue tightens around the implant, causing firmness, distortion or pain; a common reason for revision. See understanding capsular contracture
Implant rupture or leak — silicone rupture is often ‘silent’ and found on imaging; saline deflation is obvious; either needs replacement
Bleeding, infection, seroma — uncommon; infection can occasionally require implant removal, with re-implantation later
Rippling or malposition — visible or palpable implant edges, or an implant that sits too high/low; more likely in thin patients
Changed nipple/breast sensation — usually temporary; occasionally permanent
Reoperation — expected over a lifetime, since implants aren’t permanent
Rare implant-associated cancers (FDA-tracked)
BIA-ALCL — breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma: a lymphoma of the scar-capsule (NOT breast cancer), linked mainly to TEXTURED implants. It is treatable, usually by removing the implant and capsule, but there is a risk of death if not caught early
BIA-SCC and other lymphomas — since 2022 the FDA has reported squamous cell carcinoma and other lymphomas in the implant capsule — rare, but reported with both textured AND smooth, and saline AND silicone implants, with some deaths. Report any late swelling, lump or skin change
Breast implant illness (BII) — some patients report systemic symptoms (fatigue, brain fog, joint/muscle pain) they attribute to implants; not yet a defined disease, and some report improvement after removal. See breast implant illness
Anaesthesia risks — as with any procedure under general anaesthesia
Learn more: breast implant complications · capsular contracture · BIA-ALCL · breast implant illness · implant warning signs
Sources: FDA — things to consider (boxed warning; not lifetime devices; commonest outcomes are contracture, reoperation, removal), FDA — SCC and various lymphomas in the capsule (2022–23 update; textured and smooth, saline and silicone), BIA-SCC initial review — BIA-ALCL ~1,234 cases; lifetime risk 1:2,207–1:86,029 by implant type
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Are Breast Implants Safe? What the FDA Says
Breast implants are FDA-approved medical devices, and most women have no serious problems — but they are not risk-free or permanent. The FDA requires a boxed warning on all implants and recommends lifelong monitoring, so an honest, informed decision matters.
FDA-approved, but regulated closely — saline and silicone implants are approved devices, sold with a mandatory boxed warning since 2020
Not lifetime devices — assume you’ll need further surgery; the longer implants are in, the higher the chance of complications
No link to ordinary breast cancer — implants have not been shown to increase the risk of the common types of breast cancer
Rare capsule cancers exist — BIA-ALCL (mainly textured implants) and, since 2022, BIA-SCC and other capsule lymphomas (reported with smooth and saline too) — all rare, all treatable when caught early
Monitor for life — the FDA advises watching for changes and, for silicone implants, periodic imaging to detect silent rupture; you don’t need removal if you have no symptoms
The takeaway — for most women the benefits outweigh the risks, but this is a lifelong relationship with a medical device — choose a board-certified plastic surgeon and go in fully informed
Sources: FDA — What to know about breast implants (boxed warning; monitoring), ASCO Post — implant-related cancers overview (black-box warning since 2020)
🩺 Dr. Milan Doshi’s note: “Breast implants are not lifetime devices, so informed consent and long-term follow-up are essential. I select the implant according to the patient’s anatomy and goals, while clearly explaining rupture, capsular contracture, rare implant-associated cancers, and the need for future monitoring.”
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How Long Does It Take to Recover After Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation recovery takes a few weeks — most people resume normal activities within 2–3 weeks, with support garments, medication and follow-ups guiding healing.
First days — gauze dressing and support bra; discharged the same day; mild pain fading within about 5–6 days
Support garment — surgical bra worn 24/7 for the first few weeks to support the implants and reduce swelling
Swelling — peaks in the first week, then subsides over weeks; final shape over months
Activity — light activity in a few days; normal routine in 2–3 weeks; avoid heavy upper-body workouts 4–6 weeks
Follow the plan — sticking to your surgeon’s recovery instructions protects the result and lowers risk
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Who Is the Best Surgeon for Breast Augmentation Surgery in Mumbai?
Dr. Milan Doshi, an Indian board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of Allure Medspa, is widely trusted for breast augmentation — combining implant expertise with honest, safety-first counselling.
Board-certified — M.Ch, MS; member of ASPS, ISAPS, APSI, IAAPS; ISAPS Mentor; 27+ years
Experienced in augmentation — 1,100+ breast augmentation procedures [clinic to confirm]
Expert across implant types — saline, silicone, cohesive ‘gummy bear’, round, anatomical, smooth and textured
Customised and honest — tailors implant choice to your anatomy and counsels frankly on longevity and risk
3D planning — Crisalix simulation and sizers for realistic expectations
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Which Is the Best Centre for Breast Augmentation Surgery in Mumbai?
Allure Medspa is a NABH-certified cosmetic surgery centre in Mumbai offering breast augmentation with 3D consultation, modern operating theatres, and a discreet, safety-first approach.
Two centres — consultation and non-surgical care at Andheri West; NABH-certified surgery at Goregaon West
3D virtual consultation — visualise results before surgery, including remotely
Safety protocols — ETO sterilisation, autoclaving and strict hygiene standards
USFDA-approved implants — used and registered for traceability
Comfort and privacy — private suites and confidential care; outstation and overseas patients supported via our outstation patients guide
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What Is the Cost of Breast Augmentation Surgery in Mumbai, India?
The cost of breast augmentation surgery in Mumbai is typically ₹1,40,000 to ₹2,00,000, rising with implant type, added procedures (like a lift), and facility standards. A 5% GST applies. EMI options are on our payment process page.
| Type | Cost (INR) |
|---|---|
| Primary breast augmentation | ₹1,40,000 – ₹2,00,000 |
| Augmentation with breast lift | ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,50,000 |
| Implant cost (USFDA-approved) | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000 (included in the above) |
- What changes the price — implant type and brand, technique, whether a lift is added, and facility.
- Usually included — surgeon’s fee, anaesthesia, USFDA-approved implants, OT and hospital stay, consumables, 3D imaging and follow-ups.
- Not included — pre-op fitness tests, take-home medicines, and management of any rare complications.
- Not covered by insurance — as a cosmetic procedure (and, importantly, implant removal/replacement later usually isn’t either); see the detailed cost page or book a consultation.
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Medical Codes for Breast Augmentation Surgery
CPT and ICD-10 Codes for Breast Augmentation Surgery
| CPT Code | Description | ICD-10 Code |
|---|---|---|
| 19325 | Breast augmentation with prosthetic implant (primary cosmetic augmentation) | Z41.1 |
| 19325 | Breast augmentation for breast hypoplasia / underdevelopment | N64.82 |
| 19325 | Breast augmentation for breast asymmetry | N64.81 |
| 19325 | Breast augmentation for congenital breast deformity | Q83.8 |
| 19340 | Immediate insertion of breast prosthesis (post-mastectomy reconstruction) | Z90.13 |
| 19342 | Delayed insertion of breast prosthesis (reconstruction) | Z90.13 |
| 19316 | Mastopexy (breast lift – when combined with augmentation) | N64.89 |
| 19328 | Removal of intact breast implant | Z98.82 |
| 19330 | Removal of ruptured breast implant | T85.43XA |
(FAQs) Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Q1. What is breast augmentation?
Ans. Breast augmentation increases breast size and improves shape using implants or, in selected cases, your own fat. It’s chosen for naturally smaller breasts, volume lost after pregnancy or weight loss, asymmetry, or reconstruction.
Q2. What types of implants are available?
Ans. Mainly silicone gel (including cohesive ‘gummy bear’ implants) and saline. Silicone tends to feel more natural and is the most commonly used; saline is filled after insertion. Your surgeon recommends a type based on your body and goals.
Q3. Are breast implants safe?
Ans. USFDA-approved implants have a long safety record. As with any device there are recognised risks, including capsular contracture, rupture and a rare condition called BIA-ALCL linked to certain textured implants. Your surgeon will discuss these and current guidance with you.
Q4. What is BIA-ALCL?
Ans. Breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma is a rare cancer of the immune system — not breast cancer — associated mainly with certain textured implants. It’s usually treatable when caught early. Report any new swelling or fluid around an implant to your surgeon.
Q5. Can I breastfeed after augmentation?
Ans. Most women can. Implants are usually placed to preserve the ducts and nipple, and incisions can be planned to protect breastfeeding. It’s never guaranteed after any breast surgery, so tell your surgeon if this matters to you.
Q6. Where are the implants placed?
Ans. Either behind the breast tissue (subglandular) or partly behind the chest muscle (submuscular / dual-plane). The choice depends on your tissue thickness and lifestyle, and affects look, feel and mammogram imaging.
Q7. Where will the scars be?
Ans. Commonly in the breast crease, around the lower edge of the areola, or in the armpit. Scars are placed discreetly and fade over time. The crease incision is the most widely used.
Q8. Do implants last a lifetime?
Ans. No. Implants are not lifetime devices — many last 10–15 years or more, but some need replacement sooner due to rupture, capsular contracture or a change in preference. Plan for possible future surgery.
Q9. What is capsular contracture?
Ans. The body forms a natural capsule around any implant. In some people this capsule tightens and hardens, changing the breast’s feel or shape and sometimes causing discomfort. It’s one of the commoner reasons for revision surgery.
Q10. Is the surgery painful?
Ans. There’s moderate discomfort and tightness for the first few days, especially with submuscular placement, controlled with medication. Most women return to desk work within about a week.
Q11. How long is recovery?
Ans. Desk work in about 1 week; a support bra worn for several weeks; strenuous activity and heavy lifting avoided for 4–6 weeks. Swelling settles over weeks, with implants ‘settling’ into a natural position over about 3 months.
Q12. Can I combine augmentation with a lift?
Ans. Yes. If the breasts sag as well as lack volume, a combined augmentation-lift adds fullness and raises the breasts in one operation. Your surgeon advises whether you need one or both.
Q13. What is fat transfer breast augmentation?
Ans. It uses liposuctioned fat from your own body to add modest volume without implants. It suits smaller, natural enhancements; some fat is reabsorbed, and it can’t achieve the same increase as implants.
Q14. Will implants affect mammograms?
Ans. Implants can obscure some breast tissue on standard mammograms, so extra ‘implant displacement’ views are used. Always tell your radiographer you have implants, and continue routine screening as advised.
Q15. What are the risks?
Ans. Bleeding, infection, changes in nipple or breast sensation, capsular contracture, implant rupture or malposition, asymmetry, and the rare BIA-ALCL. Choosing an experienced, board-certified surgeon using USFDA-approved implants in an accredited centre keeps risks low.
Q16. Am I a candidate?
Ans. You may be if you’re in good general health, have realistically-set goals, and want more volume, better shape or improved symmetry. A consultation with examination and imaging confirms the right approach for you.
Q17. Will insurance cover it?
Ans. Cosmetic augmentation isn’t covered and attracts 5% GST — and future implant removal or replacement usually isn’t covered either. Reconstruction after cancer may be treated differently; check your policy.
Q18. How much does breast augmentation cost in Mumbai?
Ans. Approximately ₹1,40,000 to ₹2,00,000, rising if a lift is added or with premium implants, plus 5% GST. Book a consultation for an exact quote.
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