Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation at Brandeis Clinic is performed by MUDr. Lucie Kalinová and MUDr. Madina Babakalanova in a fully equipped surgical facility in Prague's Josefov district. The procedure places silicone implants — chosen from Polytech, Motiva, B-Lite or Mentor — to increase breast volume and improve symmetry. B-Lite implants, which are 30% lighter than conventional silicone, are a speciality at this clinic and may reduce long-term strain on the surrounding tissue. Surgery takes approximately 45–50 minutes under general anaesthesia, followed by 1–2 days' inpatient recovery. Implant selection takes place at a pre-operative consultation where the surgeon uses sizers to help identify the right volume and profile for each patient's anatomy.

Breast augmentation at Brandeis Clinic covers the full range of modern implant options alongside the expertise of a female lead surgeon — a meaningful differentiator for many patients who prefer that dynamic in a procedure of this nature. **Implant brands and options:** The clinic works with four leading implant manufacturers: Polytech (German), Motiva (Costa Rican / European CE-marked with ERA technology for MRI compatibility), B-Lite (Israeli technology producing implants 30% lighter than standard), and Mentor (Johnson & Johnson subsidiary, one of the longest-established implant brands). Both round and anatomical (teardrop) profiles are available across most brands, and the choice is guided by pre-operative consultation with the surgeon using fitting sizers. B-Lite implants deserve particular mention: by incorporating hollow microspheres into the silicone shell, B-Lite achieves a 30% reduction in weight versus a same-volume standard implant. The clinical rationale is that lower implant weight may reduce the gravitational load on the inferior breast pole and surrounding tissue over years of wear — a consideration especially relevant for active patients or those selecting larger volumes. This option is available at Brandeis Clinic as standard. **Surgical approach:** The operation is performed under general anaesthesia and typically takes 45–50 minutes. Incision placement (inframammary, periareolar or transaxillary) and implant pocket position (submuscular, dual-plane or subfascial) are agreed at the pre-operative consultation based on individual anatomy, existing tissue thickness, and the patient's aesthetic goals. Drainage tubes are placed during surgery and removed on the second postoperative day. Patients remain in the clinic for 1–2 days, cared for by nursing staff using LINET hospital-grade beds. **Preparation:** Patients fast on the day of surgery. A pre-operative examination is required (2,500 Kč) which includes a blood panel and cardiovascular assessment to confirm fitness for general anaesthesia. Nursing mothers and women with active autoimmune conditions, breast infections or significant cancer predisposition are not candidates for this procedure. Women must be 18 or older. **Recovery:** Drains are removed on day 2. A supportive bra is worn for 4–5 weeks. Most patients return to desk work within 5–10 days; physical rest is advised for at least 2 weeks. Final implant settling and shape stabilisation occurs at approximately 3 months. Patients with Motiva implants benefit from the ERA (Ergonomix Responsiveness Adjustment) safety chip, which allows MRI identification of implant details without additional documentation. **Who benefits:** Women 18+ seeking permanent, predictable volume enhancement or asymmetry correction. The breadth of implant brands (including B-Lite as standard) makes this clinic well-suited to patients who have researched their options and want to compare brands with a clinically experienced female surgeon before committing.