17Mar
Breast Augmentation in Mexico
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure that uses implants to enhance breast volume, shape, projection and symmetry. It is one of the most requested procedures worldwide and one of the signature surgeries performed at Argaman Plastic Surgeries Mexico since 2012.
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia in an accredited private hospital and typically lasts between 1.5 and 2.5 hours. The surgeon makes a discreet incision (in the breast fold, around the areola, or in the armpit), creates a pocket either above or below the pectoral muscle, and inserts the chosen implant.
Who is a good candidate?
Ideal candidates are women in good general health, at a stable weight, who wish to enhance their breast volume, restore lost volume after pregnancy or weight loss, or correct asymmetry. Candidates should have realistic expectations, fully developed breast tissue (typically 18+), and no active breast disease. A complete pre-operative consultation determines the most appropriate implant size, type and placement based on your morphology and goals.
Expected Results
Patients typically see immediate volume enhancement, with the final result settling between 3 and 6 months as the implants drop into their natural position. Modern cohesive silicone implants feel soft and natural to the touch. Scars fade significantly over the first year. The result lasts 15 to 20+ years, with the implants only requiring replacement if a complication occurs or if you wish to change size.
Implant Placement
This is often the first question our patients ask — proof that they have already begun researching surgical techniques. There are three anatomical positions in which implants can be placed:
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1. Subglandular — in front of the pectoral muscle
The implant sits under the skin and the mammary gland, with no contact with the muscle structure. The procedure is faster and less painful for the patient. The main drawback is that, in slim patients, the upper edge of the implant may become visible and give the breast a rounded "ball" shape.
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2. Submuscular — strictly retro-muscular
The implant is fully enclosed under the muscles of the thorax (pectoralis major, serratus anterior, rectus). The disadvantage of this position is that some patients develop a visible double fold in the lower pole of the breast, marking the boundary between the gland and the lower edge of the prosthesis.
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3. Dual Plane — double plane
The implant sits behind the pectoral muscle in its upper portion and behind the gland in its lower and outer portion. The result is very natural: the upper edge is hidden by the muscle, and the gland descends to fit the prosthesis perfectly. This technique is particularly suited to correcting breasts with mild skin sagging — common after pregnancy.
Incision Options
The choice of incision is guided by three key criteria — each weighing the comfort of the patient, the precision of the surgeon, and the safety of the implant itself.
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01Discretion of the scar
For the patient: the scar must remain hidden and of high aesthetic quality once healed.
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02Visual comfort for the surgeon
The approach must allow optimal visibility to create the implant "pocket" with precision.
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03Safety of the implant
The opening must be wide enough to slide the implant through without trauma — reducing the long-term risk of rupture.
Many surgical approaches have been described over the decades, but few combine all three advantages. Below are the techniques most frequently discussed during consultation:
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Sub-mammary — under the breast fold Preferred technique
Our preferred approach. The scar is concealed in the inframammary fold, fully covered by the breast when standing. It allows a precise dissection without touching the mammary gland, and the implant is slid in safely — never traumatised on insertion. Suitable for all implant types and sizes.
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Lower hemi-areolar — around the areola
Thanks to its central position, this approach offers excellent visibility for the surgeon. However, it is not recommended when the areola is small. There is also a rare risk of scar retraction, which can create a small notch on the areolar border.
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Axillary — through the armpit Not used at our facility
Although the resulting scar is highly inconspicuous, this technique is not part of our practice: visibility during pocket dissection is limited, which can compromise precision and long-term implant positioning.
A Lower hemi-areolar incision · B Sub-mammary incision
The final choice is decided together during your consultation, based on your morphology, implant choice and personal preference regarding scar location.
