Breast augmentation tailored to your anatomy — not to a template. Dr. Kassos applies surgical precision and an artistic eye to achieve results that are balanced, harmonious, and genuinely yours.
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Breast augmentation — known clinically as augmentation mammaplasty — is a surgical procedure that increases breast volume, improves shape, and restores proportions through the placement of silicone implants. It is one of the most frequently performed aesthetic surgeries in the world, and at Dr. Kassos’ practice, one of the most carefully personalised.
The goal is never simply “bigger.” It is to create a result that looks and feels like an entirely natural extension of your body — one that enhances your silhouette without announcing itself. Dr. Kassos selects the implant base diameter, not the cup size, as the primary criterion: it must match the width of your chest to guarantee a result that is integrated and proportionate.
When significant ptosis (sagging) is present, a breast lift (mastopexy) may need to be combined with implant placement to achieve the desired outcome. This is discussed in detail during your consultation.
Breast augmentation is appropriate for a broad range of women, but achieving an excellent, durable outcome depends on careful pre-operative assessment. Dr. Kassos takes a thorough approach to candidacy evaluation — not to gatekeep, but because a well-matched procedure is a good outcome, and a poorly-matched one is not.
The ideal candidate is in good general health, has realistic expectations, and is seeking to enhance her natural proportions rather than to achieve an exaggerated or artificial appearance.
Before surgery, a comprehensive consultation includes physical measurements, tissue assessment, and shared decision-making on implant type (round vs anatomical), size, surface (smooth or micro-textured), and pocket placement. The goal is to match implant geometry to your specific anatomy. Implants are measured in cc of volume, but the critical number is the base diameter in centimetres — that is what Dr. Kassos fits to your chest width first.
All breast augmentation procedures are performed under general anaesthesia with a specialist anaesthesiologist present throughout. Local anaesthetic is also administered to the operative site, minimising post-operative discomfort even after waking.
A precisely placed, short incision is made in the natural inframammary fold — the crease beneath the breast. This location heals predictably, allows optimal pocket control, and results in a scar that is essentially invisible in the standing position. The incision length is deliberately minimised through dedicated insertion instruments. The inframammary approach is Dr. Kassos’ technique of choice: it is the most controllable, the least likely to affect ductal anatomy, and the most consistent in scar outcome.
The incision is closed in layers with absorbable sutures that dissolve on their own — no removal required. No drain tubes are placed. This is possible due to the precision of the dissection and meticulous haemostasis, and is a key reason why recovery is faster and considerably more comfortable than with traditional approaches. Patients go home on the day of surgery without any tubes or dressings to manage.
| Option | Characteristic | Best Suited For |
|---|---|---|
| Round | Fuller upper-pole projection. Maintains shape in any position. | Patients with adequate existing tissue wanting visible enhancement. |
| Anatomical (Teardrop) | Natural breast slope. More volume lower pole. Mimics natural shape. | Slender patients with thin skin or minimal existing breast tissue. |
Recovery from breast augmentation in Cyprus typically takes 1 week to return to desk work, 2–3 weeks for light activity, and 6–8 weeks for full gym workouts. Chest-loading exercises are deferred to 8–12 weeks. Most patients go home the same day as surgery and are surprised by how manageable the recovery is, particularly without drain tubes.
Individual recovery varies. The timeline above reflects typical experience using Dr. Kassos’ no-drain technique. Your surgeon will provide personalised guidance at every follow-up visit.
These are the questions Dr. Kassos is asked most frequently in consultation. If yours isn’t listed, bring it — no question is too small.
Breast augmentation is performed under general anaesthesia so you feel nothing during the procedure; post-operatively, most patients describe mild-to-moderate chest tightness for 2–3 days, managed effectively with standard painkillers.
No — GeSY does not cover elective cosmetic breast augmentation in the vast majority of cases, though coverage may apply for significant congenital asymmetry, post-mastectomy reconstruction, or documented developmental abnormality.
These exceptions are assessed individually. If you are enquiring about post-mastectomy reconstruction specifically, this is a different clinical pathway with different coverage rules — see the breast reconstruction pages for detail. The cost of your augmentation procedure will be discussed in full and in writing at consultation. There are no hidden fees and no additional charges applied after the quoted figure.
Your consultation with Dr. Kassos is an unhurried, private discussion of your anatomy, your goals, and whether breast augmentation is the right procedure for you. No pressure. No sales process. Just an honest, expert assessment — and the time to answer every question you have.
Consultations are available in Nicosia, Limassol, and Athens. Video consultations can be arranged for patients based in Greece or abroad.
