Breast Augmentation with Preservé: Understanding the Basics
Breast augmentation is a highly personal decision, and today there are different surgical approaches depending on your anatomy, goals, and preferences.
The Preservé technique is a tissue preserving approach to breast augmentation designed to minimize disruption to the breast’s natural supporting structures. The implant is positioned above the pectoral muscle, allowing the chest muscle to remain undisturbed.
Lewis Medix does not provide medical care or perform procedures. We connect you with carefully vetted, accredited medical providers who offer breast augmentation. Lewis Medix will support you with the coordination surrounding your care, including consultations, travel, accommodations, 24/7 onsite support, and recovery planning.
Our role is to help make your journey feel clear, organized, and supported from your first questions through your return home.
What Is Preservé Breast Augmentation?
Preservé is a specialized approach to breast augmentation that focuses on preserving the natural tissues and supporting structures of the breast while creating space for an implant above the chest muscle.
Rather than placing the implant beneath the pectoral muscle, the surgeon creates a carefully controlled space within the breast tissue above the muscle. Specialized instruments are used to gradually create this space while limiting disruption to surrounding tissue.
Because the chest muscle is not divided or lifted to accommodate the implant, Preservé differs from traditional under muscle and dual plane breast augmentation techniques.
The exact surgical approach, implant selection, and suitability for Preservé must be determined by a surgeon following an assessment of your anatomy and goals.
Who This Surgery May Be Right For
Preservé may be considered by people interested in breast augmentation who prefer an above muscle approach and would like to preserve as much of their natural breast anatomy as possible.
It is not the right technique for everyone. Your existing breast tissue, skin quality, anatomy, desired breast size, medical history, and expectations can all influence whether this approach is appropriate for you.
A consultation with a surgeon trained in the technique is the best way to understand your options and determine whether Preservé is suitable for your individual needs.
Common Experiences Reported by Patients
Everyone experiences breast augmentation differently. Some people choose this approach because they are looking for increased breast volume or a change in shape while maintaining natural breast movement and avoiding disruption of the chest muscle.
Because the implant is positioned above the muscle, this approach also avoids the muscle related movement that can occur with some under muscle implant placements.
Your individual result and recovery will depend on many factors, including your anatomy, implant selection, surgical plan, and healing process. Your surgeon can help you understand what may reasonably apply to you.
Understanding the Procedure
Preservé breast augmentation is performed by a qualified surgeon in an accredited medical facility.
Using specialized instruments, the surgeon creates a controlled space within the breast tissue above the pectoral muscle. The tissue is gradually expanded to create the pocket where the implant will be positioned. The implant is then placed within this space without surgically disrupting the chest muscle.
Your surgeon will determine the appropriate incision, implant size, surgical plan, and whether this technique is suitable for your anatomy. They will explain the procedure, potential benefits, limitations, risks, and alternatives before you decide whether to proceed.
Lewis Medix does not perform medical procedures. We help connect you with carefully vetted medical providers and coordinate your care and support throughout your journey.
Recovery Overview
Recovery is different for every person. Swelling, bruising, tightness, tenderness, and temporary discomfort can occur following breast augmentation and generally change as healing progresses.
Because Preservé is designed to limit disruption of the natural breast structures and does not involve placing the implant beneath the pectoral muscle, the recovery experience may differ from traditional breast augmentation. However, recovery time and activity restrictions are individual and should always be discussed with your surgeon.
Your medical team will provide personalized instructions regarding incision care, support garments, activity, exercise, sleeping positions, medications, and follow up appointments.
Why People Work With Lewis Medix
Lewis Medix coordinates everything around your medical care, while your chosen surgeon and medical team remain responsible for your treatment.
We connect you with carefully vetted, accredited providers and coordinate the details that make your journey easier and more comfortable, from consultations and appointments to private transportation, recovery accommodations, logistics, 24/7 onsite support, and personalized concierge support throughout your stay.
Our role is to bring everything together, answer your questions, and help you feel informed, prepared, and supported, so you can focus on yourself while your medical team focuses on your care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does above muscle mean?
Above muscle placement means the breast implant is positioned in front of the pectoralis major chest muscle rather than underneath it. The exact tissue plane used with the Preservé technique will be determined by your surgeon based on your anatomy and surgical plan.
How is Preservé different from traditional breast augmentation?
Preservé is designed around tissue preservation. Specialized instruments are used to create the implant space in a controlled way while minimizing disruption to the natural supporting structures of the breast and leaving the pectoral muscle undisturbed. Your surgeon can explain how this differs from other augmentation techniques and whether those differences are relevant to you.
Will my implants look natural?
Breast augmentation results depend on your existing anatomy, breast tissue, implant selection, surgical technique, and personal goals. Your surgeon can discuss the size, shape, projection, and implant options that may be appropriate for you and help establish realistic expectations.
Is above muscle placement right for everyone?
No. The amount and quality of your natural breast tissue, skin characteristics, anatomy, implant size, and desired result can influence whether above muscle placement is appropriate. A qualified surgeon must assess you individually before recommending an implant position or technique.
How do I know if Preservé is right for me?
The best place to start is with a consultation. A surgeon experienced with the Preservé technique can assess your anatomy, discuss what you would like to achieve, and explain whether this approach or another breast augmentation technique may be appropriate for you.
Take the First Step
If you are exploring breast augmentation with the Preservé technique, Lewis Medix can help you understand your options and connect you with carefully vetted, accredited medical providers who offer this approach. Our concierge team coordinates the details surrounding your care, from consultations and travel planning to accommodations, 24/7 onsite support, and recovery support, so you can approach your healthcare journey feeling informed, prepared, and supported.
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