Breast Surgery Blog in Korea
Evidence-based guides on augmentation, revision surgery, implant selection, recovery, capsular contracture, and incision options — from UNE Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul.
Recovery
Breast Augmentation Recovery in Korea — Week-by-Week Guide
A clinical breakdown of breast augmentation recovery, from day 1 through 1 year. Covers pain, swelling, drain output, activity restrictions, and follow-up imaging.
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Motiva vs Mentor Breast Implants — Side-by-Side Comparison
Shell technology, gel cohesiveness, capsular contracture rates, warranty terms, and indication patterns. Includes FDA Core Study data for Mentor and published Motiva SmoothSilk data.
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Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation — Baker Grading, Causes, Treatment
Baker grading I-IV explained, common risk factors (biofilm, subglandular plane, hematoma, smoking), surface technology comparison, and surgical vs conservative management.
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Breast Revision Surgery in Korea — Comprehensive Guide
Indications, timing, and surgical planning for breast revision. Covers capsular contracture, rupture, displacement, symmastia, rippling, double bubble, and bottoming out.
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Breast Augmentation Incision Options — Inframammary, Transaxillary, Periareolar, Transumbilical
Comparing the four common incision approaches by scar visibility, pocket-control accuracy, complication trade-offs, and suitability for different body types.
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Breast Implant Rupture — Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Intracapsular vs extracapsular rupture, Silent Rupture, ultrasound vs MRI sensitivity, FDA imaging guidelines, and revision options (explant, exchange, capsulectomy).
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Breast Revision with Capsulectomy and ADM — Surgical Techniques
En-bloc vs partial capsulectomy, neo-pocket creation, ADM (acellular dermal matrix) reinforcement, and implant selection for revision after capsular contracture or symmastia.
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