Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation surgery or breast augmentation is one of the most requested Cosmetic Surgery interventions by women around the world. This intervention, which can be carried out at any time of the year, is carried out through implants and/or using the patient's own fat.
Dr. Daniel de los Ríos, is specialized in this type of surgical treatment, being leader in Las Palmas and in general in the Canary Islands in breast augmentation. its more than 25 years of experience treating this problem support you, achieving beautiful, natural and harmonious results
In addition to putting yourself in the best hands, at the Canarian Institute of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery you will also find the best breast implants: the Polytech, the choice of ICMCE. These implants, made in germany, are recognized worldwide for their excellent quality.
Do you want a breast augmentation in Las Palmas? We look forward to offering you magnificent results as well as the security and confidence that provides being in the hands of the best and with the best implants on the market.
Blood analysis, electrocardiogram, ultrasound and/or bilateral mammograms, topographic measurements. In addition, we will take “before” photographs at our Clinic in Las Palmas.
Breast augmentation surgery at ICMCE Las Palmas lasts between 1 and 2 hours.
Yes, for breast augmentation, the patient will need general anesthesia
Yes, the patient will be admitted to our Clinic in Las Palmas, for 1 night.
We explain the main post-operative care after a breast augmentation plastic surgery:
-In the immediate postoperative period: we use an elastic band to immobilize and bras without seams
-Postoperative lymphatic drainage, performed by our lymphotherapist Rosa Santana.
-Cleaning and daily care of the wound.
In addition, we recommend that you resume physical activity gradually and sleep on your back to avoid discomfort or rotation of the implant.
– For 3 or 4 days we recommend some rest from physical activity; Later on, you can drive and return to work or your daily activity, as long as it does not require a high physical effort.
– For a few weeks breast sensitive to stimuli; as well as swelling, bruising, changes in nipple sensitivity and temporary itching sensation.
– Great physical efforts should be avoided during the first month, especially in patients with extreme physical activity or who practice scuba diving.
- The patient will be able to shave her armpits one week after the intervention.
– Avoid extreme heat such as saunas during the first 2 months.
You should know that, during the first year, Dr. Daniel de los Ríos will carry out follow-up ultrasound checks in his own practice in Las Palmas.
It can be periareolar, lower half of the areola, or submammary in the inframammary fold. Once Dr. de los Ríos knows your case, he will give you more details about the best option for you.
Breasts with greater volume and firmness. The hallmark of our plastic surgeon is a natural and harmonious result.
Frequently Asked Questions
We use silicone gel fillers, with a textured silicone or polyurethane surface, and a round or anatomical shape, with a high, moderate or low profile or projection, to obtain a natural result.
Yes, the brands we work with have FDA and EU approval.
Of course. We only work with first and recognized brands; those that provide patient safety. It should be noted that we work with implants specially designed for this purpose, whose manufacturers have been developing for more than 30 years. Currently, breast implants offer a wide margin of safety.
The appropriate volume for each patient is obtained by measuring the height and diameter of the woman's chest; thus, our plastic surgeon will be able to specify your correct size. Always taking into account the information of what each patient wants.
Depending on the thickness of the mammary gland and the physical activity of the patient, the implant may be placed submuscular, subfascial or subglandular.
In patients with relatively little physical activity and little mammary gland. You should know that postoperative discomfort is longer in the submuscular location than in the subglandular or subfascial ones.
It is ideal for patients with extreme muscular activity, such as bodybuilders or girls who practice fitness or any of the activities in which the pectoral muscle is highly developed (swimming, racket sports...), since the sustained contraction of the muscle deforms the silhouette of the breast and reduces its strength.
This location is usually used for patients with sufficient mammary gland, regardless of their physical activity (since they can mask the implant well).
Exceptionally, capsular contracture (formation of scar tissue around the implant) could occur. This fact is minimized by using implants with a polyurethane cover, exceptional implant rupture, infection and bleeding rarely, increased or decreased sensitivity of the nipple or the skin of the the breast (usually temporary).
Dr. de los Ríos personally responds to this question: “In recent years, with anatomical implants covered in medical grade polyurethane, the complications of capsular contracture have decreased dramatically. (hardening of the breast) and possible superficial wrinkles of the same (reepling); as well as the possibility of implant rotation. For this reason, I currently use them more and more in my breast surgeries in Las Palmas, obtaining very beautiful and natural results; without jeopardizing security.
Of course; Women who have gone through breast augmentation can become pregnant and practice successful lactation.
There are numerous studies that show that women with prostheses do not have more immunological diseases or cancer pathologies than those who do not have surgery.
Yes, Dr. de los Ríos recommends to all women who are thinking about having a breast augmentation, read the five rules of the AECEP in a breast augmentation
We receive many cases of people who do not live in the Canary Islands. For patients who come from abroad, the center's secretariat is in charge of recommending accommodation, meals and pick-up from the airport. If this is your case, do not hesitate to call us and we will inform you: (+34) 928 40 15 00 or (+34) 606 368 209 (Whatsapp)