Breast Augmentation Bristol

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.

The cost varies depending on your individual procedure and the implants used. Elena provides a clear, personalised quotation at your consultation, where she can also talk you through 0% finance options. Please visit our fees page for more information.

Breast augmentation for cosmetic reasons is not usually available on the NHS. Elena offers the procedure privately in Bristol. Breast reconstruction after cancer, which is a separate area of Elena’s expertise, is treated differently, and she is happy to discuss your circumstances at consultation.

Implants are not lifelong devices, but modern implants are very durable and most last well over ten years. Rather than a fixed expiry date, it is best to think of them as needing occasional monitoring, with replacement only if there is a reason, such as a change you would like to make or a complication.

Yes. Elena’s aim is always a result that suits your frame and looks natural. She chooses the implant shape, size and placement together with you, based on your body shape, height and existing breast tissue, so the result complements your figure.