Breast Augmentation
In Seattle

Breast implants come filled with either saline or silicone gel. The outer shells of both are made from silicone. We will help you choose an implant that best meets your needs. In some cases, especially small augmentations or cosmetic improvements, Dr. Min may recommend a fat transfer technique that uses your body’s own fat cells in place of an implant.

Yes. Dr. George Min was the first surgeon in the Pacific Northwest trained to commercially offer Preservé™ breast augmentation with Motiva® implants, a minimally invasive approach designed to achieve natural-looking results while preserving breast tissue.

Yes. The modern techniques and careful planning Dr. Min uses create results that enhance your figure while keeping a natural appearance.

Incisions can be made in different locations depending on your anatomy, the type and size of your implant, and desired results. Incisions can be made under the breast, around the nipple, or in the armpit.

Most people can return to light activities in a few days, but full recovery usually takes between 4 and 6 weeks. Our expert medical team will provide personalized directions to ensure a smooth and optimal recovery following your breast augmentation procedure.

Like all surgeries, breast augmentation carries some risks, including infection, changes in nipple sensation, or implant complications. Dr. Min and the Newvue team will explain the details during your consultation and how to reduce these risks.

Breast implants are not lifetime devices, but many can last 10 to 20 years. Follow-up visits with your doctor can help monitor the condition of your implants and identify when they need to be replaced.

Yes. Most women can successfully breastfeed after breast augmentation, though in some cases, placement and incision type can affect your milk production .

It normally takes several weeks for the major swelling to settle, but it can take up to a year for the final results to appear. After about three months, the breasts normally “settle,” which is where the swelling has mostly subsided, your implants settle lower, and your breasts soften.

Breast implants can be placed under your breast tissue but over your chest muscle (subglandular), under your chest muscle (submuscular), or under your breast tissue and partially underneath your pectoral chest muscle (partial submuscular). The placement of the implant will make a significant difference in how your implants look, feel, and move.

Yes. Combining breast implants with a breast lift often delivers more dramatic results. Breast augmentation adds volume and enhances cleavage, but it does not lift the breasts. A breast lift raises the breasts to a higher and more youthful position and improves their shape. When combined, these procedures can create fuller, lifted, and more symmetrical results in a single surgery.