Our techniques for breast augmentation surgery
At The Faculty, we use surgical techniques based on sound scientific principles and extensive clinical experience. The choice of method and silicone implants is always tailored to your anatomical profile, skin quality and existing tissue to achieve a balanced silhouette.
Classic silicone breasts (volume and shape)
This is the primary method for achieving a noticeable increase in volume and a stable shape. Through a strategically placed incision, the surgeon creates a pocket into which the silicone implant is inserted. Depending on whether you prefer a fuller upper pole or a more teardrop-shaped appearance, we choose between round or anatomical implants. The procedure requires great precision to ensure high symmetry and minimise the visibility of scars.
Hybrid method for natural silicone breast implants
Silicone breast implants combined with a breast lift
In cases where our clinical assessment reveals a significant loss of skin elasticity, we often recommend combining the breast augmentation with a surgical lift. By first removing excess skin and then inserting the implant, we can stabilise the position of the breast and create a firmer structure that the skin alone is unable to maintain.
Silicone breast implant replacement
For those of you who have previously undergone breast surgery and now wish to change the size or shape of your implants, or who need to replace your old implants for medical reasons, we offer specialised revision surgery. The procedure often involves gently removing the old scar capsule and adjusting the pocket for the new implant, to ensure a continued safe and anatomically balanced profile.
Gentle technology and medical precision
Regardless of the size or shape chosen, we use modern instruments that minimise surgical trauma to the delicate breast tissue. This is essential for reducing bleeding and swelling after the operation, which in turn promotes a smoother healing process and lowers the risk of capsular contracture (hard scar tissue).
A clinic full of expertise
Undergoing surgery is a major decision that requires a great deal of trust in the clinic. At The Faculty, you will be looked after by specialists in plastic surgery with extensive experience in breast surgery. We always put your medical safety first. Through open dialogue, we explain objectively what options are available and what limitations may apply, so that you can feel completely confident in your choice.
Consultation prior to breast augmentation
The first step is a consultation with a plastic surgery specialist. You choose whether you want to book an online appointment or meet us in person at the clinic. During the appointment, you will be given medical information about risks, current waiting times and which techniques are best for you.
You will be given a specific treatment proposal tailored to your body. After the consultation, you will have at least seven days to consider the matter and decide, at your leisure, whether you wish to give your consent.
Silicone breasts
Step by step
To ensure that your treatment experience is as safe as possible, we have a quality-assured process from consultation through to a fully healed result.
Consultation
Medical assessment and choice of method
You will meet one of our qualified plastic surgeons, who will assess your anatomical characteristics. You will discuss your expectations in detail and try on different sizes of sports bras to find the right volume for your body.
Before your procedure
Preparing for a safe operation
Our coordinator will provide you with important information. Among other things, you will need to stop smoking and drinking alcohol for four weeks beforehand. You should also wash with chlorhexidine soap before you arrive.
The day of the operation
Safe care at the clinic
Once there, the surgical site will be photographed and you will meet your anaesthesia team. The procedure is then carried out under fully sterile conditions whilst you are under anaesthesia and usually takes between one and two hours to complete.
After the operation
Awakening and initial rest
You will wake up in the recovery room under constant supervision. It is normal to feel pressure across your chest and muscle soreness. We will ensure that you are receiving adequate pain relief before you are discharged to go home.
Recovery & healing
Self-care and convalescence guidelines
The first week is all about rest. You will need to wear a special recovery bra around the clock. Physical exertion, exercise that raises your heart rate, and arm movements above shoulder height must be strictly avoided for the first four to six weeks.
Monitoring & results
Medical check-up and final assessment
Around seven to fourteen days after the procedure, you will see a nurse who will check your scars and the healing process. A final follow-up appointment with your surgeon will be scheduled in about six months’ time.
Our breast surgery specialists
The Faculty’s hand-picked team of plastic surgeons has many years of specialised experience in breast anatomy and implant surgery. Every operation is performed by a qualified specialist. This in-depth expertise is our guarantee that you will receive care of the very highest medical standard, with a genuine focus on anatomical adaptation and symmetry.
Who is eligible for surgery?
The procedure is available to anyone over the age of 18 who is in good physical health. During the consultation, we will go through your health declaration in detail. Conditions affecting the immune system, bleeding disorders or active smoking are factors that may constitute medical contraindications for surgery, as our primary responsibility is always to ensure your physical safety during anaesthesia and recovery.
Our clinics
At The Faculty, medical expertise meets a welcoming atmosphere. At Hangövägen 20, you will find our custom-built clinic, designed to meet strict clinical standards for hygiene and safety. For injection treatments and skincare, we welcome you to our walk-in clinic at Humlegårdsgatan 14 in Östermalm. Our practice is guided by a scientific approach and extensive experience, creating a safe and transparent treatment journey.
Payment guarantee and insurance
We make sure you receive clear information about every aspect of your procedure and what is included in the cost of your operation. Patient insurance is always included in the cost of the operation, and we offer clear guarantee terms for your peace of mind. For those who wish, we offer the option of paying in instalments through our partners.
Frequently asked questions about silicone breast implants
Here we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions and answers about silicone breast implants
How much do silicone breast implants cost?
The price depends on the type of implant chosen and whether the procedure needs to be combined with other techniques, such as a facelift or fat transfer. Following your consultation, you will receive an accurate and binding quote based on your treatment plan. (See our starting prices in the ‘Price’ section).
Can you breastfeed if you have silicone breast implants?
This is a common and important question. For the vast majority of women, breastfeeding with silicone implants works perfectly well. The surgical technique is designed to avoid damaging milk ducts and nerves as far as possible. However, there is always a small risk that any type of breast surgery may affect your ability to breastfeed, which the surgeon will explain during your consultation.
How long do silicone breast implants last?
Today’s modern silicone implants are extremely durable and are designed to last a long time. However, they are not considered a lifetime product. It is not the implant itself that ‘expires’, but rather the body’s own tissue that often changes over the years (due to ageing or pregnancy, for example), which is why some patients choose to have them replaced after 10–15 years.
How do you choose the right size for silicone breast implants?
The size is determined in consultation with you and your surgeon. We always take into account the width of your chest (base width) and the elasticity of your skin to ensure that the implant fits safely within the tissue. During the consultation, you will be able to try on so-called ‘sizers’ in a bra to get a visual idea of the volume.
When can I start training my chest muscles again?
Light walks are good for blood circulation immediately after the operation. However, you should wait about four weeks before doing any exercise that raises your heart rate, and specific strength training of the chest and arm muscles must often be avoided for at least six to eight weeks so as not to affect the position of the implants.
Can I have a mammogram if I have breast implants?
Yes, it is perfectly fine to take part in the national breast screening programme (mammography) even if you have had silicone breast implants fitted. However, it is important that you inform the radiology staff about your implants before the examination begins. They will then use a special, gentle technique to obtain clear images of your natural breast tissue without subjecting the implants to unnecessary pressure.
What happens if a silicone implant were to rupture?
The implants we use today are made of dimensionally stable cohesive gel silicone. If, contrary to expectations, the outer shell of an implant were to tear or rupture – for example, following severe external trauma – the cohesive structure ensures that the silicone gel does not leak into the surrounding tissue. Instead, the gel remains inside the scar capsule that the body has naturally formed. If a rupture is suspected, an ultrasound scan is performed, and the implant is then replaced to ensure your medical safety.
