Breast Augmentation in Singapore
Whether you are looking to restore lost volume, improve breast symmetry or achieve a fuller silhouette, breast augmentation offers a range of options to help you achieve your desired outcome. At SW1 Plastic Surgery, treatment plans are tailored to each patient's anatomy and goals, with a focus on balanced, natural-looking results.
SW1 Plastic Surgery 
Dr Tan Ying Chien
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
MBBS (National University of Singapore), Masters in Medicine (Surgery), Member of Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, Fellow of Academy of Medicine, Singapore (Plastic Surgery)
Dr Wu Yijun
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
MBBS (National University of Singapore), Masters in Medicine (Surgery), Member of Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, Fellow of Academy of Medicine, Singapore (Plastic Surgery)
On this page:
- Is Breast Augmentation Right for You?
- Understanding Your Breast Augmentation Options
- The SW1 Approach to Breast Augmentation
- Why SW1 Uses Motiva Breast Implants
- What Happens During Breast Augmentation Surgery?
- Recovery After Breast Augmentation
- Enhance Your Silhouette with SW1 Plastic Surgery
- FAQs on Breast Augmentation
- Meet Your Breast Augmentation Surgeons
Is Breast Augmentation Right for You?
Patients consider breast augmentation for different reasons. Some may wish to enhance naturally smaller breasts, while others are looking to restore volume lost through ageing, weight changes, pregnancy or breastfeeding. For many women, the goal is not necessarily a dramatic increase in size, but achieving proportions that feel more balanced and aligned with their body shape.
Potential Reasons Patients Consider Breast Augmentation
Naturally Smaller Breasts
Seeking greater breast volume or projection that better complements overall body proportions.
Breast Asymmetry
Addressing noticeable differences in breast size or shape.
Volume Loss After Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Restoring fullness that may have changed following pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Changes Following Weight Loss
Replenishing volume lost after significant weight reduction.
Desire for Improved Shape and Proportion
Enhancing breast contours while maintaining harmony with the rest of the body.
Breast implants, fat grafting and breast lift surgery address different concerns and can sometimes be performed in combination.
Understanding which approach is most appropriate starts with a thorough assessment of your anatomy, skin quality and treatment goals.
Understanding Your Breast Augmentation Options
Breast augmentation can be performed using breast implants or fat grafting. Each approach offers different advantages, and the most suitable option depends on factors such as your desired increase in volume, body anatomy, lifestyle and personal preferences.
Breast Implants
Breast implants are available in different sizes, profiles and shapes, allowing treatment to be tailored to individual goals and anatomy. During consultation, your surgeon will discuss implant selection and help determine an option that complements your body proportions.
Best suited for patients who:
Fat Grafting Breast Augmentation
Fat grafting uses fat harvested from another area of the body, typically through a process called liposuction, before being purified and transferred to the breasts. This approach can enhance breast volume while also providing body contouring benefits in the donor area.
Best suited for patients who:
Volume Increase
Implant Required
Shape Customisation
Natural Tissue Used
Body Contouring Benefit
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The SW1 Approach to Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is not simply about increasing breast size. Achieving a balanced outcome requires careful consideration of factors such as body proportions, breast shape, skin quality and personal goals. At SW1 Plastic Surgery, treatment recommendations are tailored to each patient rather than guided by a one-size-fits-all approach.
Understanding Your Goals
Every consultation begins with a discussion about the changes you hope to achieve. Whether your priority is restoring volume, improving symmetry or enhancing overall breast contours, understanding your expectations helps guide the treatment planning process.
Assessment and Treatment Planning
Your surgeon will assess factors such as breast dimensions, existing breast tissue, skin quality and body proportions. These considerations help determine whether breast implants, fat grafting or a combination of procedures may be suitable for your goals.
Exploring Your Options
Different implant sizes, profiles and surgical approaches may be discussed depending on your anatomy and desired outcome. For patients considering fat grafting, donor fat availability and expected volume enhancement will also be evaluated.
Advanced Imaging and Surgical Facilities
SW1 Plastic Surgery is equipped with Vectra 3D imaging technology, which can be used to simulate potential outcomes and support the treatment planning process. Procedures are performed in our MOH-accredited operating theatres, providing continuity of care within a single clinic setting.
Every patient is different, and treatment recommendations are based on individual anatomy and goals rather than a standardised approach. The consultation process allows patients to make informed decisions with a clear understanding of the available options.
Why SW1 Uses Motiva Breast Implants
At SW1 Plastic Surgery, we are among a select number of clinics in Singapore that offer Motiva breast implants. Chosen for their advanced design and range of options, Motiva implants support our approach to achieving natural-looking outcomes tailored to each patient's anatomy and goals.
BreastDesigned to Mimic Natural Breast Tissue
Motiva implants are designed to provide a soft feel and natural movement, helping to create results that look and feel harmonious with the body.
A Wide Range of Implant Options
Different sizes and profiles allow treatment plans to be tailored to individual anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Smaller Incisions
Motiva MinimalScar® technology allows implants to be inserted through smaller incisions, which may contribute to less visible scarring.
Advanced Safety and Traceability Features
Motiva implants incorporate device identification technology that enables implant information to be verified non-invasively if required in the future.
Long-Term Confidence
Motiva implants include warranty programmes designed to provide additional reassurance regarding implant integrity.
Implant selection is only one aspect of breast augmentation planning. The choice of implant, size and profile should be guided by a thorough assessment of your anatomy, body proportions and treatment goals.
What Happens During Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation is typically performed as a day surgery procedure under general anaesthesia. The exact surgical approach varies depending on factors such as the chosen technique, implant type and individual anatomy.
Anaesthesia
Breast augmentation is usually performed under general anaesthesia, allowing patients to remain comfortable throughout the procedure.
Incision Placement
Incisions are carefully planned to allow access for implant placement while minimising visible scarring. The most appropriate incision location will be discussed during consultation based on your anatomy and treatment plan.
Implant Placement
For patients choosing breast implants, the implant may be placed either beneath the breast tissue or beneath the chest muscle. The recommended placement depends on factors such as existing breast tissue, body proportions and desired outcomes.
Fat Grafting Breast Augmentation
For patients undergoing fat grafting, fat is first harvested through liposuction from donor areas such as the abdomen or thighs. The fat is then purified before being carefully transferred to the breasts to enhance volume and shape.
Procedure Duration
Breast augmentation generally takes between one and two hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the treatment approach being performed.
Recovery After Breast Augmentation
Recovery following breast augmentation varies between individuals and depends on factors such as the surgical technique used and the body's natural healing process. Your surgeon will provide personalised aftercare instructions and monitor your recovery through follow-up appointments.
The First Few Days
It is normal to experience swelling, tightness and mild discomfort in the days following surgery. These symptoms generally improve as the body heals and can be managed with medication and post-operative care instructions provided by your surgeon.
Support During Recovery
Patients are typically advised to wear a specialised post-surgical bra to support healing and help maintain implant positioning during the early stages of recovery.
Returning to Daily Activities
Most patients can return to normal daily activities immediately after surgery. They may shower and wash their own hair as usual, and can sleep comfortably lying flat with one pillow.
Exercise and Physical Activity
Strenuous exercise, heavy lifting and high-impact activities should be avoided during the initial recovery period. Most patients can gradually resume these activities from around 4–6 weeks after surgery. Your surgeon will assess your recovery at your follow-up appointments and advise when it is safe to do so.
Follow-up Appointments
Your care continues beyond the day of surgery. Regular follow-up appointments allow your surgeon to monitor your healing, review your recovery and address any concerns along the way. These routine postoperative consultations are part of your surgical care and are provided at no additional consultation charge.
Recovery timelines vary from person to person. During consultation, our surgeons will discuss what you can expect during recovery and provide guidance tailored to your treatment plan and lifestyle.
Enhance Your Silhouette with SW1 Plastic Surgery
Breast augmentation can enhance breast volume, improve symmetry and restore fullness that may have been affected by factors such as aging, pregnancy or weight changes. Treatment options may include breast implants, fat grafting or a combination of approaches, depending on your goals and anatomy.
At SW1 Plastic Surgery, breast augmentation is performed by MOH-accredited plastic surgeons Dr Tan Ying Chien and Dr Wu Yijun. Drawing on their reconstructive and aesthetic surgery backgrounds, they develop treatment plans focused on achieving balanced, natural-looking outcomes that complement each patient's proportions. Schedule a consultation with us today.
FAQs on Breast Augmentation
Some patients may benefit from combining breast augmentation with a breast lift, particularly if there is significant breast sagging or nipple descent. During consultation, your surgeon will assess your breast position, skin quality and treatment goals before recommending a suitable approach.
Achieving natural-looking results depends on factors such as implant selection, breast anatomy, skin quality and surgical planning. Treatment recommendations are tailored to each patient with the aim of creating balanced proportions that complement their body shape.
As with any surgical procedure, breast augmentation carries potential risks, including bleeding, infection, scarring, changes in sensation and implant-related complications. Your surgeon will discuss the potential risks and considerations relevant to your individual treatment plan during consultation.
Many women are able to breastfeed after breast augmentation. However, this may depend on factors such as the surgical approach used and individual anatomy. If you plan to have children or breastfeed in the future, this should be discussed during consultation.
Modern breast implants are designed to be long-lasting and do not need to be routinely replaced after a fixed number of years. However, regular follow-up and monitoring are important, and some patients may require revision or replacement surgery in the future.
All surgical incisions result in some degree of scarring. However, incision placement is carefully planned to minimise visibility, and scars typically become less noticeable as they mature over time. Individual healing patterns will also influence the final appearance of scars.
Meet Your Breast Augmentation Surgeons
Breast augmentation at SW1 Plastic Surgery is performed by MOH-accredited plastic surgeons Dr Tan Ying Chien and Dr Wu Yijun. During your consultation, your surgeon will assess your goals, discuss the available treatment options and recommend an approach tailored to your anatomy and expectations.
Dr Tan Ying Chien
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
MBBS (Singapore), MMed (Surgery),MRCS (Edinburgh), FAMS (Plastic Surgery)
Dr Tan Ying Chien
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
MBBS (Singapore), MMed (Surgery),MRCS (Edinburgh), FAMS (Plastic Surgery)
Dr Tan Ying Chien is an experienced plastic surgeon with expertise spanning reconstructive, craniofacial and aesthetic surgery. He works closely with patients to develop personalised treatment plans that consider both aesthetic goals and long-term outcomes.
Dr Wu Yijun
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
MBBS (Singapore), MMed (Surgery),MRCS (Edinburgh), FAMS (Plastic Surgery)
Dr Wu Yijun
Consultant Plastic Surgeon
MBBS (Singapore), MMed (Surgery),MRCS (Edinburgh), FAMS (Plastic Surgery)
Dr Wu Yijun is a MOH-accredited plastic surgeon with experience in reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery. She takes a thoughtful and holistic approach to patient care, working closely with each patient to understand their goals and develop personalised treatment plans that support balanced, natural-looking outcomes.