Preservation Breast Surgery in Houston, TX
At Memorial Plastic Surgery, we’re proud to introduce Preservation Breast Surgery – a groundbreaking technique that represents the next evolution in breast enhancement. This innovative approach prioritizes the preservation of your natural breast anatomy while delivering beautiful, authentic results that look and feel completely natural.
If you’re considering breast augmentation but want to maintain the integrity of your natural breast tissue, Preservation Breast Surgery offers the perfect solution. This minimally invasive technique provides fuller, more shapely breasts with faster recovery, reduced complications, and results that truly enhance your natural beauty.
What Is Preservation Breast Surgery?
Preservation Breast Surgery is an advanced breast augmentation technique that minimizes tissue trauma by preserving the critical anatomical structures within your breast. Unlike traditional breast augmentation methods that require extensive cutting and disruption of breast ligaments, muscles, and fascia, this revolutionary approach works with your body’s natural architecture.
The Preservation Difference
Traditional breast augmentation techniques often involve:
- Cutting through the circummammary ligament (the natural support structure of the breast)
- Disrupting Cooper's ligaments within the breast
- Significant muscle manipulation or placement under the pectoral muscle
- Larger incisions and more tissue trauma
Preservation Breast Surgery, by contrast:
- Preserves all natural breast ligaments and support structures
- Uses specialized instruments to gently create space between tissue layers
- Requires only small incisions (2-3 cm)
- Maintains muscle integrity and function
- Results in minimal bleeding and faster healing
How Preservation Breast Surgery Works
The preservation technique utilizes state-of-the-art instruments and methods to create an implant pocket within the breast while keeping all supporting structures intact:
Precise Incision
A small 2-3 cm incision is made in the natural breast crease
Ultrasound Guidance
Advanced imaging ensures accurate placement
Gentle Dissection
Specialized blunt instruments create a channel through (not cutting) the circummammary ligament
Balloon Expansion
A medical balloon is inflated to gently create the implant pocket, pushing tissue aside rather than cutting through it
Implant Placement
The implant is positioned in the “Preservation Space” – between the breast capsule and the breast gland/fat
Minimal Closure
The small incision is carefully closed with minimal scarring
Benefits of Preservation Breast Surgery
Natural Results
By working within your natural anatomy rather than disrupting it, Preservation Breast Surgery delivers results that look and feel authentically you. The preserved ligaments provide natural support and shape, ensuring your enhanced breasts move naturally and maintain their position over time.
Faster Recovery
Most patients experience:
- Significantly less post-operative pain
- Minimal bruising and swelling
- Return to daily activities within 3-5 days
- Return to exercise within 2-3 weeks (with doctor approval)
- Ultra-fast recovery compared to traditional methods
Reduced Complications
The preservation technique dramatically reduces common breast augmentation complications:
- Lower Capsular Contracture Risk: Minimal tissue trauma means less inflammation
- No Animation Deformity: Pectoral muscle remains undisturbed
- Reduced Bleeding: Bloodless surgery technique
- Less Implant Malposition: Natural ligaments keep implants in place
- Preserved Sensation: Minimal nerve disruption maintains nipple sensitivity
Smaller Implants, Better Results
One of the most exciting aspects of Preservation Breast Surgery is “intelligent volume placement.” Because the technique places volume exactly where you need it most (typically the upper and inner breast), you can achieve your desired look with a smaller implant. Smaller implants mean:
- Less weight on breast tissue
- Better long-term shape maintenance
- More natural appearance
- Reduced risk of complications
Minimal Scarring
The tiny 2-3 cm incisions heal beautifully and are virtually invisible, hidden in your natural breast crease.
Preservation Breast Surgery vs. Traditional Augmentation
Memorial Plastic Surgery uses Motiva® Ergonomix® implants exclusively for Preservation Breast Surgery. These state-of-the-art, 6th-generation implants are specifically designed for the preservation technique.
| FEATURE | PRESERVATION BREAST SURGERY | TRADITIONAL AUGMENTATION |
| Incision Size | 2-3 cm | 4-6 cm |
| Ligament Preservation | Complete | Cut/disrupted |
| Muscle Disruption | None | Significant (submuscular) |
| Bleeding | Minimal to none | Moderate |
| Recovery Time | 3-5 days | 1-2 weeks |
| Animation Deformity Risk | None | Moderate (submuscular) |
| Capsular Contracture Risk | Very low | Higher |
| Sensation Preservation | Excellent | Variable |
| Scarring | Minimal | Moderate |
| Long-term Stability | Excellent | Good |
Ideal Candidates for Preservation Breast Surgery
Preservation Breast Surgery may be right for you if you:
- Desire natural-looking breast enhancement
- Want to preserve your natural breast tissue and anatomy
- Are in good overall health
- Have realistic expectations about outcomes
- Prefer faster recovery time
- Are concerned about animation deformity or capsular contracture
- Are athletic or physically active
- Want minimal scarring
- Are seeking primary (first-time) breast augmentation
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Preservation Breast Surgery different from traditional breast augmentation?
Preservation Breast Surgery is fundamentally different because it preserves all the natural support structures of your breast. Traditional techniques cut through ligaments and may involve placing implants under the muscle, while preservation works within your natural anatomy for better, longer-lasting results.
How long do results last?
While breast implants are not lifetime devices, the preservation technique’s emphasis on maintaining natural support structures means your results should remain stable for many years. Most patients enjoy their results for 10-15+ years before considering any revision.
Will I be able to breastfeed after Preservation Breast Surgery?
Yes! Because the technique preserves breast tissue and doesn’t cut through milk ducts, breastfeeding ability is typically maintained. However, we recommend completing your family before undergoing any breast surgery.
What size implants will I need?
One of the advantages of preservation surgery is that smaller implants often achieve the same visual result as larger implants in traditional augmentation. During your consultation, we’ll use 3D imaging and precise measurements to determine the optimal size for your goals.
How painful is recovery?
Most patients are surprised by how comfortable they feel after Preservation Breast Surgery. The minimally invasive nature means significantly less pain than traditional methods. Most patients manage well with over-the-counter pain medication after the first few days.