Breast augmentation options in Asia, including Singapore, continue to evolve with new techniques designed to enhance results and reduce recovery time. One such method, known as Motiva Preservé, is an alternative breast augmentation with minimally invasive approach that aims to preserve natural breast tissue.

So how does Preservé differ from other types of breast augmentation?

Distinctive Features of the Preservé Technique

Traditional breast augmentation techniques commonly place implants either above the muscle (subglandular) or beneath it (submuscular). These methods remain widely practiced and suitable for many patients, depending on anatomy and aesthetic goals.

The Preservé technique offers an alternative approach for suitable patients by prioritising the preservation of natural breast tissue. Instead of cutting through muscle or removing glandular tissue, it works within defined space to minimise disruption, allowing the tissue to adapt around the implant. This may help maintain a natural look and feel, with some patients experiencing a more comfortable recovery.

Suitable Applications for the Technique

The Preservé method can be considered in several clinical scenarios, including:

• Primary breast augmentation for volume enhancement
  
• Breast lift procedures (mastopexy)
  
• Hybrid breast augmentation, which combines implants and fat grafting for reshaping
  
• Situations where patients prefer a modest size increase (commonly referred to as the “ballerina boobs” look)

No General Anesthesia Required

In selected cases, the Preservé technique may be performed without the need for general anesthesia. Instead, patients are gently sedated into a calm, relaxed state while remaining comfortable throughout the procedure. Suitability for this approach depends on individual clinical assessment.

Because general anesthesia isn’t used, patients typically:

• Wake up more quickly
  
• Avoid common side effects such as nausea or grogginess
  
• Recover more smoothly, often returning to light activities within a day or two

Smaller Incisions, Faster Recovery

Preservé uses specially designed tools that allow surgeons to create space for the implant without cutting through breast tissue or muscles. This technique makes it possible to work through an incision of about 2.5 centimeters, which is smaller than in traditional breast procedures.

The entire process usually takes around 30 minutes, depending on the patient. Because the approach aims to minimize tissue disruption, many patients describe their recovery as comfortable and manageable, often resuming light routines soon after the procedure.

Implant Characteristics For Breast Tissue Preservation

Preservé uses Ergonomix2, a silicone-based implant designed to work in harmony with the technique’s tissue-conserving goals. The implant incorporates several technological features  aimed at optimizing flexibility, movement, and compatibility with surrounding tissues:

• A nano-textured surface designed to reduce friction and inflammation
  
• A unified shell structure that enhances flexibility and durability
  
• A specialized silicone gel designed to mimic the natural movement and feel of breast tissue
  
• An integrated visual marker to assist surgeons in verifying implant integrity during placement
  
• A passive RFID tag embedded in the implant, designed to enable non-invasive device identification

These features aim to maintain a natural appearance and reduce post-operative complications.

Patient Support and Implant Coverage

For patients who select this technique and implant, certain support programs are available. These may include:

• Assistance for patients who choose to reverse the augmentation*
  
• Lifetime coverage for implant rupture
  
• Product replacement coverage in cases of advanced capsular contracture

*Terms and conditions applies

Although helpful, these programs should be seen as supplementary to medical evaluation and not as a primary reason for selecting a procedure. Patients should inquire about all terms, durations, and eligibility when discussing surgical options.

Motiva Preservé introduces a new surgical method that centers on preserving native breast tissue and minimizing invasiveness. When paired with compatible implant technology, it may be associated with potential benefits related to recovery, aesthetics, and patient comfort.

However, as with any surgical procedure, it is essential to weigh the risks, alternatives, and long-term outcomes through a thorough consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon.