A Gentler Approach to Breast Augmentation
Request A ConsultationTraditional breast augmentation has provided countless women with stunning results for decades. However, it can significantly disrupt the natural breast tissue. Motiva Preservé™ offers a more tissue-conscious approach, using specialized instruments to create space for the implant while minimizing cutting and disruption. At Savalia Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach, Dr. Nirav Savalia offers Motiva Preservé™ for women seeking natural-looking breast enhancement with a less invasive approach.
Motiva Preservé™ is an advanced, minimally invasive approach to breast augmentation that focuses on preserving the breast’s natural tissue and supporting structures. Rather than extensively dissecting the breast tissue to create an implant pocket, this revolutionary technique uses specialized instruments to gently separate and expand the tissues, creating a more precisely controlled space for the implant.
The system incorporates several technologies designed to work in tandem throughout the procedure, including:
The technique is designed to minimize unnecessary tissue disruption while allowing the surgeon to carefully control implant placement.
Motiva Preservé™ is used with Motiva SmoothSilk® Ergonomix2® implants, which are designed to provide a soft feel and natural movement. Implant selection remains an important part of the overall breast augmentation plan. Dr. Savalia considers factors such as your existing breast tissue, chest dimensions, full-body proportions, and aesthetic goals when selecting the right implant.
While traditional breast augmentation remains an excellent option for many patients, Motiva Preservé™ presents another approach for the right candidate who is interested in breast enhancement with an emphasis on tissue preservation.
Traditional breast augmentation requires the surgeon to create a pocket where the implant will be placed. Depending on the surgical approach and implant position, creating this pocket typically involves dissecting through breast tissue and other structures.
Motiva Preservé™ takes a tissue-sparing approach to creating this space. Instead of using extensive dissection to form the implant pocket, as with traditional breast augmentation, the Motiva Preservé™ technique uses much more precise tissue separation followed by gradual, gentle expansion of the pocket. This is intended to reduce trauma to the surrounding tissues while creating an appropriately sized space for the implant.
Ultimately, Motiva Preservé™ is distinct as it’s designed to preserve more of the breast’s natural anatomy during implant placement. This technique is not necessarily appropriate for every breast augmentation patient. At your consultation, Dr. Savalia will evaluate your breast shape, existing breast tissue, and breast position and discuss your desired degree of enhancement to determine if you are a candidate.
Motiva Preservé™ can be an excellent option for patients who are considering primary breast augmentation and want to explore a minimally invasive, tissue-preserving approach.
You may be a candidate if you:
Not every patient will be an ideal candidate for Motiva Preservé™. Patients with significant breast sagging, substantial asymmetry, insufficient tissue, or other anatomical considerations may benefit from a different approach.
Patients who have existing breast implants and need implant replacement or revision may also require a different surgical technique. Dr. Savalia can evaluate your breast anatomy and goals to determine whether Motiva Preservé™ or another form of breast surgery is best suited to your particular needs.
Motiva Preservé™ is designed to be used with Motiva SmoothSilk® Ergonomix2® breast implants. These silicone gel implants are designed with flexibility and movement in mind, allowing them to respond to changes in body position in a way that more closely resembles natural breast tissue.
The implant is only one part of achieving a natural-looking breast augmentation. Its dimensions, projection, and volume must work with the patient’s existing breast tissue and chest anatomy.
During your consultation, Dr. Savalia will discuss your desired degree of enhancement and evaluate your breast measurements and proportions. He considers the characteristics of your individual anatomy when developing your surgical plan. This individualized approach is particularly important with Motiva Preservé™, as this technique is intended to preserve the patient’s natural tissues while creating a carefully controlled space for the implant.
Motiva Preservé™ uses a series of specialized instruments to create space for the breast implant while minimizing disruption to the surrounding tissues.
After making the appropriate incision, Dr. Savalia uses the Motiva® Channel Separator to create a controlled pathway through the breast tissue. Rather than extensively cutting through the tissues to create the implant pocket, the instrument helps separate them along the planned pathway. This allows the surgical space to be created with less tissue disruption than traditional pocket dissection.
The Motiva® Inflatable Balloon gently expands the tissue after the initial pathway has been formed. This controlled expansion allows for the implant to be accommodated within the breast tissues while reducing the need for aggressive manipulation or cutting. This step also gives the surgeon greater control over the dimensions of the space being created, which is important for implant positioning and breast symmetry.
The implant is then introduced using the Motiva® Insertion Sleeve. The sleeve is designed to facilitate implant placement with minimal direct contact between the implant and surrounding surfaces.
Once the implant has been positioned appropriately, the incision is closed, and you can begin your recovery.
One of the reasons patients may consider Motiva Preservé™ is its emphasis on minimizing tissue trauma. With less disruption to the breast tissues, some patients may experience less postoperative discomfort, swelling, and bruising than they would with a traditional breast augmentation. This also means recovery is faster than it is for other types of breast augmentation, resulting in a shorter period of discomfort and decreased mobility.
Initial recovery typically involves some degree of soreness, tightness, swelling, or bruising. These symptoms will improve as the breasts heal and settle into their new position over the course of a few weeks in early recovery, with further improvement in the following months.
Dr. Savalia will provide specific postoperative instructions. Some patients may be able to resume light daily activities relatively quickly, but recovery varies from person to person. Since recovery after Motiva Preservé™ is faster and less uncomfortable, patients are able to return to the gym in less time than other breast augmentation patients.
Following your postoperative instructions and attending scheduled follow-up appointments are important for ensuring your breasts heal properly and that you get the best results.
Motiva Preservé™ is designed to provide increased breast volume while maintaining a natural relationship between the implant and the surrounding breast tissue. Many patients experience:
Your results will depend on individual factors such as your starting anatomy, implant size and dimensions, the amount of existing breast tissue, and your body’s individual healing process.
Dr. Savalia’s approach to breast augmentation focuses on proportion rather than on maximizing volume only. The goal is to select both an implant and surgical technique that complement your frame and create an enhancement that feels appropriate for your body.
At Savalia Plastic Surgery, the patient experience and support are just as important as the end result.
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Yes, in some cases. Breast augmentation adds volume, while a breast lift addresses excess skin and sagging breasts. If you want both increased volume and a more elevated breast shape, let Dr. Savalia know during your consultation.
Motiva Preservé™ is primarily designed for first-time breast augmentation. If your breasts require significant corrective work, such as removal of scar tissue, implant position adjustment, severe capsular contracture correction, or other concerns, Dr. Savalia may recommend a different approach for your revision surgery to ensure the best possible results.
Yes. Although Motiva Preservé™ uses a smaller access incision than most traditional breast augmentation techniques, any surgical incision can leave a scar. The incision is generally placed in a discreet location, and it will continue to mature as it heals.
Because the technique emphasizes preservation of breast tissue and surrounding structures, it may minimize disruption to structures involved in breast function. However, breast augmentation cannot guarantee future breastfeeding ability. If you plan to breastfeed in the future, discuss your plans with Dr. Savalia during your consultation so they can be factored into your surgical plan.
If you’re interested in enhancing your breasts while exploring a tissue-preserving approach to breast augmentation, Motiva Preservé™ may be worth considering. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Nirav Savalia can evaluate your anatomy, discuss your aesthetic goals, and determine whether Motiva Preservé™ or another technique best fits you.
To schedule your Motiva Preservé™ consultation, call (949) 759-0980 or use our online contact form.
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