Treatment at a Glance
Surgical Time
2- 3.5 hours
Hospital Stay
Over night hospital stay
Initial Recovery Time
4 - 8 weeks
Anaesthetic
General anaesthetic
Anaesthetic
General anaesthetic
Final Result
3 - 12 months
Follow Up
1, 4, 12 weeks & 1 year
Breast augmentation, also known as breast enlargement, a boob job or mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure that uses implants to restore or increase breast volume and reshape the breasts. It is the most common cosmetic surgery procedure in the UK.
While many plastic surgeons offer the procedure in Bristol, Elena Prousskaia is a world leading cosmetic and aesthetic surgeon performing breast augmentation at North Bristol Private Hospital, with outstanding independent reviews.
Elena only uses the highest quality of implants and has never used PIP implants in any of her practices.
Elena is a surgeon with a stunning CV. Performing cosmetic and plastic surgery for almost 20 years, she trained for eight years in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and sits on the General Medical Council (GMC) Specialist Register. Since then she has held leading Fellowships around the world and specialised in breast surgery, whether a patient is having the procedure for purely cosmetic reasons or as part of breast reconstruction.
She has worked with many patients who have suffered from breast cancer, helping them get both their body and confidence back. Fellowships have included three years at Guy’s and St Thomas’ in London, specialising in Microsurgical Breast Reconstruction and Breast Oncoplastic Surgery, and further Fellowships in Milan, Barcelona, India and the University Hospital of Tokyo. Elena has won awards, been published in leading medical journals and holds a full range of certificates. She also has outstanding independent reviews, so please take the time to check the reviews for any surgeon you are considering (see her reviews on I Want Great Care and on Google).
Alongside breast augmentation, Elena’s breast surgery expertise includes breast uplift surgery (also called a breast lift or mastopexy), breast reduction, asymmetrical breast correction and tuberous breast surgery. A breast augmentation can also be combined with a breast uplift, or with body procedures such as a tummy tuck as part of a mummy makeover.
Her standing as a leading surgeon also means she operates from the finest facilities. In Bristol, breast augmentation is performed at North Bristol Private Hospital, as part of Elena’s plastic surgery service in Bristol, with full details available on site.
Just as important as the CV and the facilities is the ethos of the surgeon and their manner with patients. Elena prides herself on taking the time to truly understand a patient’s aims and to talk through the procedure in detail, discussing what result will work best given the patient’s body size, shape, height and existing breast tissue. She also outlines the procedure itself and the aftercare.
This is achieved through a comprehensive initial consultation, which can be booked at your leisure in Bristol. A second consultation can then answer any follow up questions and allow the patient time to make a truly informed decision.
As Elena says:
“The one thing that matters most to me when I am with a patient is empathy.
It is only when you are able to identify and understand your patient’s problems that you can begin to help resolve them satisfactorily. A good surgical outcome is not the only thing that matters. Everything that you do and say to a patient has to come from your heart.
I consider myself very lucky to be able to share my passion for what I do and hopefully bring a bit more happiness into my patients’ lives.”
On this site there is further information about the procedure itself and key details such as how long it typically takes, the recovery process and the cost of surgery. These vary depending on the specific nature of each patient’s surgery and are matters discussed in the detailed initial conversation. You can also download our breast enlargement brochure or browse our breast enlargement gallery of before and after images.
The next step, if you are considering breast augmentation surgery in Bristol, is to compare surgeons and arrange a consultation with someone you feel has the ethos and skillset to get you the very best results. To arrange a breast augmentation consultation in Bristol with Elena, please call today on 0800 8021 886 or use our Contact Form.
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Most patients recover from breast augmentation over 4 to 8 weeks, after a one-night hospital stay. You would normally go home once the drains are removed. You may feel tightness in your breasts afterwards; this is normal and improves gradually. Avoid all sport, housework such as hoovering, driving and dog walking for at least 4 to 8 weeks, and any weight lifting or strenuous activity for up to 8 to 12 months. The visibility of your scars depends on the technique used and your body’s healing response; generally the scars are almost invisible by the end of the year. Many patients benefit from taking four weeks off work, and after your four week follow up with Ms Prousskaia you can discuss beginning a gym routine focused on lower body strength.
The Elena Prousskaia Clinic prides itself on the quality of its aftercare, so we make absolutely sure you know what to expect and how much rest is needed. We give you specific instructions that may include how to care for your breasts following surgery, medications to apply or take orally to aid healing and reduce the risk of infection, and when to follow up with Elena.
Breast augmentation cost varies depending on the individual procedure. Please visit our fees page for more information.
While complications are infrequent, no surgical procedure is without risks. Among the possible complications are scarring, infection, haematoma, implant displacement, breast asymmetry and implant rupture. Elena will provide you with further information on the risks and a detailed consent form during your consultations, which will help you to minimise them.
Breast augmentation surgery generally takes around 60 to 90 minutes, although this varies depending on the nature of the procedure.
After surgery it is normal to experience some discomfort, the level of which varies widely between patients. There is rarely prolonged pain unless there is a complication, and in all cases you will be prescribed pain medication.
The shape of implants can be round or anatomical (teardrop), and both can provide an excellent result. The outer shell and the filling may vary depending on the manufacturer. Ms Prousskaia has never used PIP implants in her practice and will offer you high quality implants from the best manufacturers. You will discuss with Ms Prousskaia which specific shape and size of implant would give you the optimal result. In the European Union, 95% of implants used for breast augmentation are made of silicone gel and only 5% contain other fillings such as saline. Mentor Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants have shells constructed from silicone elastomer, filled with MemoryGel, Mentor’s proprietary formulation of silicone gel.
Ms Elena Prousskaia has been carrying out aesthetic and plastic surgery procedures for more than 20 years. She trained for eight years in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and has since held leading Fellowships around the world, specialising in breast surgery whether for purely aesthetic reasons or as part of breast reconstruction. As an NHS Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Southmead Hospital, she dedicated several years to complex microsurgical reconstruction and general plastic surgery. During her time at North Bristol Trust she particularly enjoyed rebuilding patients who had suffered from breast cancer, giving them their body and confidence back. Today Ms Prousskaia runs her own successful private practice performing a full range of plastic and aesthetic surgery for face, body and breast. Please see the Locations menu for exact addresses, or call us to discuss your closest location.
Elena prides herself on taking the time to truly understand a patient’s aims and discussing what result will work best given the patient’s body shape and size. Although good results are expected, the body is not symmetric and almost everyone has some degree of unevenness, which may not be recognised in advance. The more realistic your expectations, the happier you will be with your results. You will have at least two consultations with Elena, where she makes sure she understands your expectations and always tries to achieve your desired result.
Elena does not operate on patients that regularly smoke or vape. To be considered for this procedure you must refrain from smoking or vaping for 3 months before and after your surgery.
As a useful resource please view these videos to help educate and explain this procedure in detail.
Helpful downloadable resources specific to this procedure.
The cost includes the hospital, surgeon and anaesthetic fees. It also covers all post-operative visits. The initial consultation fee will be invoiced separately. The prices apply only at the time of publication and are subject to changes without notification.
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