Breast · Breast Augmentation · Dubai
Are you considering breast augmentation in Dubai to enhance your appearance and confidence? Finding the right board-certified specialist is the most critical step in your journey. This guide covers what you need to know about the procedure, recovery, and what to expect from a premier aesthetic clinic in Dubai.
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The Patient Journey: What to Expect
From your first consultation to full recovery, here is what to expect at every stage.
A thorough physical assessment and treatment planning session to align your expectations with anatomical possibilities.
Customized instructions to ensure optimal health and safety before your procedure, based on your individual medical profile.
Performed under appropriate anesthesia in a state-of-the-art facility, with a focus on precision, safety, and natural-looking outcomes.
Dedicated post-operative care and follow-up appointments to monitor progress. Recovery timelines depend on individual anatomy and healing response.
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View Dr. Kotti's Surgeon ProfileSilicone implants contain a cohesive gel that closely mimics the feel and movement of natural breast tissue — they are the most widely used type globally and are favored for their natural texture and reduced rippling. Saline implants contain sterile saltwater, are inserted unfilled and inflated during surgery (requiring a smaller incision), and allow for minor size adjustments at the time of the procedure. Dr. Bouraoui Kotti recommends the appropriate implant type based on your anatomy, body frame, existing breast tissue volume, skin quality, and aesthetic goals during the pre-operative consultation.
Round implants provide fullness across both the upper and lower breast poles, creating a rounder profile with enhanced cleavage. Anatomical (teardrop) implants are shaped to mimic the natural breast slope — fuller at the bottom, tapering toward the top — for a subtler, more proportionate appearance. The appropriate shape depends on individual anatomy, the starting breast profile, and the desired aesthetic outcome, and is selected during the clinical consultation.
Subglandular placement positions the implant above the pectoral muscle, directly behind the breast gland. It offers a rounder result and shorter recovery but carries a slightly higher risk of rippling in patients with thin tissue. Submuscular placement positions the implant beneath the pectoral muscle, providing better coverage, a more natural appearance, and reduced rippling — particularly advantageous for patients with limited natural tissue. Dual-plane placement positions the upper part of the implant behind the muscle and the lower part behind the gland, offering a balanced combination of coverage and shape. The optimal placement is determined individually during the pre-operative assessment.
The three main incision sites are: inframammary (along the natural crease beneath the breast — the most common approach, offering direct access and well-concealed scarring); periareolar (around the lower edge of the areola — scars blend with the natural colour transition); and transaxillary (through a small incision in the armpit — leaves no scar on the breast itself). The appropriate incision site depends on implant size, type, placement, and individual anatomy. Dr. Bouraoui Kotti reviews and recommends the most appropriate approach during consultation.
Most patients experience tightness, swelling, and mild discomfort in the first week, which progressively resolves. Light daily activities and desk-based work are typically manageable within 1–2 weeks. Light exercise may resume at 2–3 weeks; upper body exercise and heavy lifting are generally deferred to 4–6 weeks. Implants settle into their final position over 3–6 months, at which point the final shape becomes fully apparent. The personalized recovery protocol is discussed in detail during the pre-operative consultation.
Modern silicone implants do not have a fixed expiry date and are not routinely replaced on a schedule. They are designed to be long-lasting; many remain in excellent condition for 10–15+ years or longer. Regular follow-up monitoring is recommended to assess implant integrity over time. Replacement may become necessary if complications such as capsular contracture or implant rupture develop. This is discussed in full during the pre-operative consultation.
Breast augmentation performed by a DHA-licensed, EBOPRAS-certified surgeon in an accredited facility in Dubai meets international safety standards. Dr. Bouraoui Kotti holds European Board certification (EBOPRAS) and a PhD in surgical research. As with all surgical procedures, breast augmentation carries risks including infection, implant-related complications (capsular contracture, rupture), and changes in sensation. These risks are discussed in full detail during the pre-operative consultation.
In many cases, breastfeeding remains possible after breast augmentation, particularly when implants are placed in the submuscular position and periareolar incisions are avoided (which minimizes interference with breast glandular tissue and milk ducts). However, the ability to breastfeed depends on individual anatomy, the approach used, and existing breast tissue. Dr. Bouraoui Kotti discusses the impact on breastfeeding candidacy during the individual pre-operative assessment.
Breast augmentation adds volume and improves projection using implants or fat transfer, without addressing the position or shape of the skin envelope. Breast lift (mastopexy) reshapes and repositions the existing tissue and skin to correct sagging (ptosis) without necessarily adding volume. Patients with both volume loss and sagging — common after pregnancy and breastfeeding — often benefit from a combined augmentation-mastopexy. Dr. Bouraoui Kotti determines the appropriate approach based on individual anatomical assessment during consultation.
Yes. Breast augmentation is commonly combined with mastopexy (breast lift) for patients seeking both volume restoration and repositioning. It is also frequently incorporated into a Mommy Makeover alongside abdominoplasty and liposuction for post-pregnancy body restoration. Procedural combinations are determined based on individual candidacy, health status, and clinical safety assessment during consultation.
The cost of breast augmentation in Dubai depends on implant type and brand, surgical complexity, the technique and placement used, facility standards, and post-operative care included. An in-person clinical assessment in Dubai is required for an accurate, personalized cost estimate.
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