Aesthetic breast surgery in London

Procedures

Breast augmentation

Increasing breast size or improving shape with breast implants or fat transfer.

Breast reduction

Reducing the size and weight of the breasts and lifting them. It may help with symptoms such as neck, back or shoulder discomfort.

Raising and reshaping the breasts and repositioning the nipple. It is sometimes combined with an implant.

Breast uplift (mastopexy)

Choose a procedure to read what it involves, recovery and risks.

Breast implant exchange and revision

Replacing or removing cosmetic breast implants, or correcting shape, position or capsular contracture.

Male chest reduction (gynaecomastia)

Reducing enlarged male breast tissue with liposuction, gland excision or both, after assessment of the underlying cause.

Tuberous breast and asymmetry correction

Correcting tuberous (constricted) breasts or a difference in size or shape between the breasts.The approach depends on the individual and may combine several techniques.

Your consultation

At your consultation Mr Oezdogan will:

• discuss what you would like to change and why

• examine you and explain which options are suitable, including non-surgical alternatives or not having surgery

• explain the benefits, risks, recovery and the possibility of further surgery in the future

• give you written information to take away

Private consultations and surgery are offered to adults aged 18 and over. You will be given time to reflect before deciding, and a second consultation is offered before surgery is booked.

Risks and recovery

Every operation carries risks. These are discussed in detail at your consultation and in writing before you decide. They include:

• bleeding, infection, wound-healing problems and scarring

• changes in nipple or breast sensation

• asymmetry, and the possible need for further surgery

• for implants: capsular contracture, rupture, implant position problems, the need for future replacement and, rarely, breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)

• for reduction and uplift: changes to the ability to breastfeed

Most aesthetic breast operations are carried out as day-case or overnight-stay surgery. Recovery usually takes 2 weeks before returning to desk work and about six weeks before strenuous exercise. Your own timeline will be discussed with you.

Surgery aims to improve shape and appearance, but individual results vary and no particular outcome can be guaranteed.

Where surgery takes place

Consultations and body contouring surgery take place at Highgate Hospital (Nuffield Health) and The London Welbeck Hospital. Day-case procedures take place at Chase Lodge Hospital, Mill Hill.

Frequently asked questions

Is aesthetic breast surgery covered by insurance?

Cosmetic breast surgery is usually self-funded. Breast reduction may occasionally be covered when there are medical symptoms, subject to your policy and your insurer’s authorisation.

Do implants need replacing?

Implants are not lifetime devices. Some people need further surgery to replace or remove them in the future.

Which implants are used?

Implant type, shape and size are discussed and chosen with you at your consultation. Details of your implant are recorded in the UK Breast and Cosmetic Implant Registry by the hospital where your surgery takes place.

How do I arrange a consultation?

Send an enquiry through the Contact page.

Do you treat patients under 18?

Private consultations and surgery are offered to adults aged 18 and over.

To discuss aesthetic breast surgery, book a consultation with Mr Oezdogan.

Discuss your options