Breast augmentation in Islamabad with Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas uses silicone implants to add size and fullness, with the implant chosen from your chest measurements, not from a cup size alone.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Umbreen Munir Minhas, MBBS, FCPS (Plastic Surgery). Last updated October 2026.
Breast augmentation, medically called augmentation mammoplasty, places a silicone gel implant behind each breast to increase its size and improve its shape. Implants are not lifetime devices and may need changing in future.
ISAPS ranked it the third most common cosmetic operation in the world in 2024, after eyelid surgery and liposuction.
Some women never develop the breast size that suits their height and hips. Clothes fit the shoulders and waist but look empty across the chest.
After pregnancy and breastfeeding, the breasts often shrink and look flat in the upper half. An implant restores the fullness that was there before.
One breast may be clearly smaller than the other. Using two implants of different sizes brings both sides closer to a match.
In tuberous breasts, the base is narrow and the lower half stays tight and underfilled. Releasing the tissue and adding an implant creates a rounder shape.
Round implants give more fullness in the upper part of the breast. Teardrop shapes slope gently and suit slim women who want a natural line.
Smooth implants move freely in their pocket. Textured surfaces grip the tissue but carry a small lymphoma risk, explained in the risks below.
Placing the implant partly under the chest muscle gives more cover in slim women. Above the muscle suits women with more natural breast tissue.
The most common cut sits in the fold under the breast. Other options are the edge of the areola or the armpit, each with its own trade-offs.
The breasts look fuller and better proportioned to your hips. Implants sit high at first and settle into a softer shape over a few months. Photos are shared privately at consultation, with patient consent.
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Dr. Umbreen measures your chest width, breast base and skin stretch. These numbers decide the implant width and volume more than the cup size you ask for.
A breast ultrasound or mammogram may be needed first, depending on your age. Stop smoking 4 to 6 weeks before and stop aspirin 2 weeks before surgery.
It is done under general anesthesia and takes about 60 to 90 minutes. A pocket is made behind the breast and the implant is placed through a short cut.
You go home the same day or after one night, wearing a soft sports bra. The chest feels tight and heavy for the first few days.
| Time After Surgery | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| First week | Tightness and swelling are strongest. Do not drive yet. |
| Weeks 1 to 2 | Stitches come out and most women return to work. |
| After 1 month | Strenuous exercise can slowly restart. |
| Week 6 | Normal activities resume and scars begin to fade. |
| Months 2 to 3 | Implants settle lower and the breasts feel softer. |
Wear the sports bra day and night for up to 3 months. Avoid lifting children or heavy bags until Dr. Umbreen clears you.
Ten-year studies of implant patients found that 21% to 36% had a further operation for any reason. Dr. Umbreen explains every risk before you sign consent.
Implants add volume but do not lift sagging breasts or move low nipples upward. Widely spaced breasts can be brought only slightly closer.
Your fee is confirmed after consultation, once the implant type and placement are chosen. Ask for one written estimate covering the implants, surgeon, anesthesia and hospital.
| Factor | How It Affects Your Fee |
|---|---|
| Implant brand | Premium brands cost more than standard silicone implants. |
| Placement | Under-muscle placement takes longer than above the muscle. |
| Hospital stay | An overnight stay adds to a day-case fee. |
| Combined lift | Adding a breast lift raises the total. |
Prices for breast implants in Pakistan depend heavily on the brand, so ask which implant and warranty a quote includes.
Breast surgery is listed on her public profile. As a female plastic surgeon, she offers a private examination and an open conversation about size, shape and future pregnancy.
Both add volume, but they differ in how much size they give and how predictable it is.
| Feature | Implants | Fat Transfer |
|---|---|---|
| Size increase | One cup or more, chosen in advance | About half to one cup per session |
| Predictability | High, the volume is fixed | Lower, part of the fat is absorbed |
| Material | Silicone gel | Your own fat |
| Future surgery | Implants may need changing | Sometimes a second fat session |
| Extra benefit | None | Slims the donor area |
Women wanting a clear size change usually choose implants. Those wanting a modest, natural change often prefer fat.
Dr. Umbreen sees patients privately at Omer Diagnostic & Specialist Clinics (ODC), 12-A, LG Floor, CBC Plaza, G-8 Markaz, Islamabad, Monday to Friday, 3:00 to 5:00 PM.
Bring any recent breast scan reports and a photo of the size you have in mind for discussion.
Most women feel tightness and pressure across the chest in the early days, more so when the implant sits under the muscle. Prescribed painkillers control it well, and it eases within a week.
Not on a fixed schedule, but they are not lifelong. Some women need further surgery after about 10 years for implant problems or natural breast changes.
Usually, yes. In one large study, 79% of women with implants breastfed after giving birth, compared with 89% of women without implants. A cut under the breast fold disturbs the milk ducts least.
Implants can hide part of the breast tissue on a mammogram. Always tell the radiographer, who will take extra views, and ultrasound or MRI can add detail when needed.
Choose by your chest width and breast base, not by a cup letter. An implant wider than your chest can look unnatural and stretch the skin over time.
Many women do, because pregnancy and breastfeeding can stretch the skin and change breast shape again. If you have implants first, a lift may be needed after your last child.
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