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Motiva Preservé breast augmentation
A minimally invasive augmentation designed to preserve your own breast tissue, with a smaller Motiva implant placed through a short incision. I was the first surgeon in Nebraska to offer it.
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Overview
Preservé is Motiva's tissue-preserving approach to breast augmentation. Instead of creating a large pocket, I make a precise space sized to a smaller implant, through a short incision. The goal is a soft, natural enhancement that fits your frame, with less disruption to the tissue around it.
It suits women who want to look like themselves, only fuller: a subtle change in volume and shape rather than a dramatic one.
Is it right for you?
Preservé may be right for you if
- You want a natural, proportional enhancement rather than a dramatic size change
- You have little or no sagging (if the nipple sits low, a lift may be the better plan)
- You value a quicker return to your routine
- You are in good general health and don't smoke, or are ready to stop
The procedure
How I perform Preservé
A short incision
A small incision placed where it heals discreetly.
Tissue-preserving pocket
The space is made just for the implant, which preserves more of your natural breast tissue.
No-touch technique
FDA-approved Motiva implants with a SmoothSilk surface, inserted with a Keller Funnel so the implant isn't handled directly.
Recovery
What recovery usually looks like
- First days
Rest at home with light walking. Many patients are back to light daily routines within a few days.
- About one week
Most people return to desk work.
- A few weeks
Exercise resumes gradually, as cleared at your follow-up visits.
- Three months on
The breasts keep softening and settling into their final shape.
Every recovery is individual. You'll leave with a written plan for yours, and you can reach us at (402) 489-4700 at any time.
Results
What to expect
Results are subtle by design. You see the new shape right away, and it keeps softening over the following months.
At your consultation I'll show you before and after photos of patients with a starting point similar to yours. Individual results vary.
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Cost
Every quote is personal. After your consultation you receive a written estimate that includes the surgeon's fee, the facility and anesthesia, so there are no surprises.
Because this is a cosmetic procedure, it isn't covered by insurance.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How is Preservé different from a traditional augmentation?
Both place a breast implant. Preservé uses a smaller implant, a shorter incision and a pocket made just for the implant, which preserves more of your own tissue. A traditional augmentation allows larger implants and bigger changes. At your consultation I'll tell you honestly which one fits your goals.
How big can I go with Preservé?
Preservé is designed for a modest, natural enhancement, so it uses smaller implants. If you want a larger change, a traditional augmentation with Motiva implants is usually the better choice.
Are Motiva implants FDA approved?
Yes. I use FDA-approved Motiva implants, and before surgery we go through the FDA patient decision checklist together.
Do breast implants last forever?
No. Implants are not lifetime devices. Many last for years, but you may need another operation at some point. I'll explain the signs to watch for and the follow-up I recommend.
Can I breastfeed after Preservé?
Many women breastfeed after breast augmentation, but no one can guarantee it. We'll talk about future pregnancies at your consultation.
Will I still be able to have mammograms?
Yes. Tell the imaging center that you have implants so they can take the right views.
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Consultation
Let's talk about your goals.
Every plan starts with a one-on-one consultation. We talk through what you'd like to change, examine and measure, and go over options, recovery and cost before you decide anything.
Appointments are scheduled by Prairie Orthopaedic & Plastic Surgery, Dr. Machado's practice in Lincoln.Call
Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
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