Breast Augmentation
Also known as: breast enlargement, mammoplasty
Breast augmentation is surgery to increase breast size or fullness, most commonly with silicone or saline implants and, for smaller changes, with fat grafting.
가슴성형 후 압박브라와 보정속옷은 언제부터 얼마나 착용해야 하나요?
대개 수술 직후부터 수술용 브라나 탄력 밴드를 착용하지만, 기간은 집도의마다 달라 공통 기준이 없습니다. 미국 국립의학도서관 안내는 드레싱을 뗀 뒤 부드럽고 와이어 없는 지지 브라를 2~4주 밤낮으로 착용하라고 하고, 영국 NHS는 일부 의사가 스포츠 브라를 하루 24시간, 최대 3개월까지 권한다고 설명합니다. 착용 여부가 결과를 좌우한다는 임상 근거는 약하며, 130명 무작위 연구에서는 수술 후 압박이 멍과 혈종을 줄이지 못했습니다. 종류와 기간은 수술한 병원의 지시를 우선해 따르십시오.
Key facts
| Predicate | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Surgery to increase breast size or alter shape, typically by placing saline or silicone gel-filled implantsas of Jan 31, 2025 | [3]governmentWhat to Know About Breast ImplantsU.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| US FDA approval (augmentation) | Saline implants approved for augmentation in women aged 18 or older; silicone gel-filled implants in women aged 22 or older; either type approved for reconstruction at any ageas of Oct 23, 2019 | [4]governmentTypes of Breast ImplantsU.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Required US labeling | FDA-approved implants must carry labeling with a boxed warning and a patient decision checklist that the patient can initial and sign before surgeryas of Jan 31, 2025 | [3]governmentWhat to Know About Breast ImplantsU.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Known risks | Capsular contracture, rupture or deflation, additional surgeries, breast pain, changes in nipple and breast sensation, and BIA-ALCLas of Dec 15, 2023 | [5]governmentRisks and Complications of Breast ImplantsU.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| BIA-ALCL association | FDA has identified an association between breast implants and BIA-ALCL, a non-Hodgkin lymphoma; risk is higher with textured implantsas of Jan 31, 2025 | [3]governmentWhat to Know About Breast ImplantsU.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Estimated BIA-ALCL incidence (UK) | About 1 per 15,000 implants sold (UK assessment cited by the Association of Breast Surgery; earlier estimate about 1 per 24,000) | [6]organizationBIA-ALCLAssociation of Breast Surgery (UK) |
| Typical BIA-ALCL presentation | Swollen breast from a one-sided fluid collection (seroma) appearing more than 1 year after implant placement | [6]organizationBIA-ALCLAssociation of Breast Surgery (UK) |
| Silent rupture screening method | MRI is the most effective method to detect silent rupture of silicone implants; ultrasound is an acceptable alternative for patients without symptomsas of Dec 15, 2023 | [5]governmentRisks and Complications of Breast ImplantsU.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Breast implant illness (BII) | Some patients report systemic symptoms such as joint pain and chronic fatigue; the individual risk has not been well establishedas of Jan 31, 2025 | [3]governmentWhat to Know About Breast ImplantsU.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| US popularity | Second most popular cosmetic surgical procedure in the US in 2025, with volume up 11% (ASPS)as of Dec 31, 2025 | [7]organizationPlastic Surgery StatisticsAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons |
| Main options | Silicone or saline implants; autologous fat transfer for smaller changes | [1]organizationBreast AugmentationAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons |
| Implant longevity (NHS) | Implants are not lifetime devices and may need to be replaced | [2]governmentBreast enlargement (implants)NHS (UK National Health Service) |
Overview
Breast augmentation (augmentation mammoplasty) is elective surgery that increases breast volume or changes breast shape. It is usually done by placing a saline- or silicone gel-filled implant through an incision, and less often by transferring the patient's own fat. In the US, the FDA regulates implants as medical devices. It has approved saline implants for augmentation from age 18 and silicone gel implants from age 22, and their labeling must carry a boxed warning and a patient decision checklist. Documented risks include capsular contracture, rupture, repeat surgery and BIA-ALCL, a rare lymphoma linked mainly to textured implants. Some patients also report systemic symptoms, but the individual risk of these is not well established. Korea's MFDS runs a registry for implanted devices. Readers should check the implant type and manufacturer, the surgeon's credentials, and the long-term plan for rupture screening.
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- Level C · organizationBIA-ALCL — Association of Breast Surgery (UK) · accessed Nov 12, 2026 · Evidence page
- Level C · organizationPlastic Surgery Statistics — American Society of Plastic Surgeons · accessed Nov 12, 2026 · Evidence page
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