Preserve
Breast Augmentation
A gentler, more modern approach to breast enhancement
At Lake Clinic, Doncaster, we offer Preserve Breast Augmentation – an advanced technique designed to enhance breast shape and volume while respecting and maintaining the breast’s natural supporting structures.
Rather than forcing the breast to stretch or adapt around an implant, the preserve approach works with your natural anatomy, aiming for a softer feel, more natural movement, and results that tend to age more gracefully over time. This method appeals to women who want a refined, natural-looking enhancement with less trauma and a smoother recovery experience.
What is Preserve Breast Augmentation?
Traditional breast augmentation techniques often involve more extensive disruption to the breast tissue, ligaments and internal structures that help support the breast. While this can still produce excellent results, it may lead to longer recovery times or a less natural feel for some patients.
Preserve Breast Augmentation takes a different approach.
The focus is on maintaining the integrity of the breast’s tissue framework while creating the space needed for a well-positioned, beautifully shaped implant.
This technique is built around four key principles:
- Preserving the breast’s natural ligaments and internal support
These delicate structures help maintain shape and prevent unnecessary strain on the tissue. Preserving them helps keep results looking natural and supported. - Creating a carefully shaped pocket for the implant
Instead of aggressive dissection, the pocket is crafted with precision to cradle the implant in a stable, balanced position. - Minimising trauma to surrounding tissues
By using refined, tissue-friendly surgical techniques, swelling, bruising and discomfort can be reduced, supporting a quicker and smoother recovery. - Allowing the implant to sit in a more natural, harmonious position
The implant works with your existing anatomy rather than against it, contributing to a softer feel and more natural movement of the breast.
The outcome
The goal of Preserve Breast Augmentation is simple:
a beautifully enhanced breast that still looks and feels like you.
Patients often describe their results as natural, elegant and seamlessly integrated with their body – and because the technique respects the breast’s internal structures, the results may remain stable and graceful over time.
Key Benefits of the Preserve Technique
Patients often choose the preserve approach because it aims to:
🌸 Maintain more of the natural breast structure
🌸 Produce a softer, more natural look and feel
🌸 Reduce internal trauma during surgery
🌸 Support longer-lasting shape and contour
🌸 Help with a smoother recovery in many cases
As with all surgery, results vary from person to person, and these potential benefits are discussed fully at your consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Patients choose Lake Clinic because we prioritise safety, honesty and natural-looking results. Our approach includes:
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Consultant-led care delivered by an experienced Consultant Surgeon
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Personal, one-to-one consultations with clear, balanced advice
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A focus on results that look proportionate and harmonious with your body
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A strong commitment to ethics, long-term planning and patient wellbeing
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A friendly, approachable team based in Doncaster, welcoming patients from across Yorkshire and beyond
We aim to provide a supportive, transparent and reassuring experience from your first consultation to your final follow-up.
This approach is ideal for women who want natural-looking enhancement, minimal downtime and a gentler procedure. It’s especially suited to those looking for a modest to medium size increase. During consultation, your surgeon will assess your anatomy to confirm if the technique is right for you.
Preserve Breast Augmentation may be suitable if you:
• Are looking for natural-looking enhancement rather than an exaggerated result
• Want to maintain as much of your natural breast anatomy as possible
• Are considering your long-term breast shape and support
• Are in good general health and have realistic expectations
While every patient is unique, the preserve approach generally follows a carefully structured process:
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Planning: We select the most suitable implant size, shape and placement based on your anatomy and desired outcome.
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Incision: A discreet incision is made – most commonly within the natural breast crease.
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Pocket creation: A precise implant pocket is created with a focus on preserving the breast’s natural ligaments and support structures.
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Implant placement: The implant is positioned either partially under the muscle or on top, depending on your natural anatomy and the look you want to achieve.
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Closure: The incision is closed in fine, layered sutures to support optimal healing and minimise scarring.
The procedure is usually performed as a day-case surgery, meaning most patients go home the same day once they have safely recovered from anaesthesia.
Yes. Natural-looking results are one of the key aims of the Preserve method. Because the breast’s internal support structures are maintained and the implant sits harmoniously within the tissue, the breast can move and feel more naturally.
Many women experience reduced swelling, bruising and discomfort due to the less invasive nature of the procedure. While recovery times vary, patients often return to light activities sooner than they would after a traditional augmentation.
By minimising trauma to the tissues and maintaining natural support structures, the technique may help reduce certain risks such as implant displacement or excessive stretching over time. However, all breast augmentation procedures carry some level of risk, which will be discussed during your consultation.
Preserve Breast Augmentation typically uses high-quality, modern implants chosen for their natural feel and ability to integrate well with preserved breast tissue. Your surgeon will recommend the best shape, size and style based on your goals and anatomy.
Yes, but they are usually small and placed discreetly in natural creases so they are less noticeable. Over time, most scars fade significantly with proper care.
Because the technique aims to preserve natural support structures and minimise tissue disruption, many women retain the ability to breastfeed. However, this cannot be guaranteed, and individual circumstances vary.
Results from the Preserve technique are designed to age gracefully, thanks to the preservation of the breast’s natural support. As with all implants, future revision surgery may be required, but this varies from person to person.
Most patients describe the discomfort as mild to moderate. Because the technique is gentler and involves less internal disruption, pain levels can be lower than with traditional augmentation. Pain relief will be provided to keep you comfortable.
Most women return to desk-based work within a few days. Light activity can resume earlier, but strenuous exercise or lifting is usually restricted for several weeks. Your surgeon will give you personalised advice based on your healing.
Yes — this is one of the main advantages. Because your natural ligaments and tissue support are preserved, implants tend to settle in a way that feels soft, mobile and integrated with your body.
During your consultation at Lake Clinic, your surgeon will assess your breast tissue, discuss your goals and explain the advantages and limitations of each option. Together, you can decide whether the Preserve method is the best approach.
Preserve Breast Augmentation typically uses high-quality, modern implants chosen for their natural feel and ability to integrate well with preserved breast tissue. Your surgeon will recommend the best shape, size and style based on your goals and anatomy.
Yes, but they are usually small and placed discreetly in natural creases so they are less noticeable. Over time, most scars fade significantly with proper care.
Your journey begins with an unhurried, in-depth consultation with a Consultant Surgeon. This appointment is designed to give you time, clarity and confidence.
During your consultation, we will:
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Take a full medical history to ensure the procedure is safe and suitable
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Examine your breasts, chest wall and posture, as these all influence your results
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Discuss your goals, preferred cup size and what you hope to achieve
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Go through implant types, sizes and placement options in simple, understandable terms
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Explain the Preserve technique clearly — how it works and why it may be right for you
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Talk openly about risks, recovery expectations and long-term considerations
You are welcome to bring a friend or family member for support, and you will have the opportunity to ask any and all questions. The aim is to ensure you feel informed, comfortable and confident before making a decision.
