Breast Augmentation Surgery

Breast augmentation by consultant plastic surgeon Dr Ng Siew Weng using cohesive silicone tear-drop implants positioned behind the chest muscle, with incision options at the breast fold, armpit, or areola.

SWENG Plastic Surgery offers breast augmentation as day surgery performed by Dr Ng Siew Weng, a MOH-accredited consultant plastic and reconstructive surgeon. The clinic's primary approach uses cohesive silicone gel implants in a tear-drop (anatomical) profile — the most natural option for Asian patients who typically have smaller baseline breast volume. Implants are most commonly placed in a submuscular (behind the pectoral muscle) position, which provides additional soft-tissue coverage, reduces visible rippling, and improves long-term outcomes for patients with limited natural tissue. Incision options include the breast fold (inframammary — most common and well-concealed), the armpit (transaxillary — historically popular with round implants), or the areola (periareolar — carries a small risk of nipple sensation change). Dr Ng reviews the patient's anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals to recommend the most appropriate implant size, shape, and incision site. Alternative augmentation approaches are also available, including fat grafting (using the patient's own harvested fat) and the Brava suction device for patients seeking implant-free options. The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia as day surgery; most patients return to light activities within a few days and to normal work within one to two weeks. Swelling and bruising typically resolve within two weeks. Breast reconstruction following mastectomy is also offered as a separate procedure. This is a cosmetic procedure and is not Medisave or insurance claimable (breast reconstruction may qualify — confirm with clinic).