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Authored by: Dr. Sam Sukkar, MD on December 1st, 2025
Breast Augmentation Success Story Series by Dr. Sam Sukkar, MD | Case Study #04
This is part of our series featuring real patient transformations at The Clinic for Plastic Surgery. Each case study provides an in-depth look at actual procedures, recovery experiences, and results from Houston patients who’ve undergone breast augmentation with Dr. Sam M. Sukkar.
At 56, Rebecca* stood in my consultation room describing a concern I hear often from mature patients: “I don’t want to look like I’m trying to be 25 again. I just want to feel like myself, only better.”
She’d maintained her weight at 142 pounds and stayed active, but after years of natural changes and gradual volume loss, her breasts no longer reflected the confident, vibrant woman she felt inside. This wasn’t about chasing youth. It was about restoration.
*The patient’s name was changed to protect their privacy. All medical details and photographic before and after results are from actual Patient Case #04. Individual results may vary based on body type, surgical approach, and adherence to post-operative instructions.
Rebecca’s* concerns centered on proportion and natural appearance. Standing 5’5″ and weighing 142 pounds, she’d noticed progressive volume depletion over the past decade, a common reality for women as they age. She wasn’t dealing with dramatic ptosis or severe asymmetry. Instead, she faced the subtle but persistent deflation that comes with hormonal changes, time, and life itself.
Her goals were refreshingly clear: modest enhancement that matched her frame, natural-looking results that wouldn’t announce “surgery” when she entered a room, and minimal scarring. She’d done her research on breast augmentation options and understood that achieving natural results required careful planning, not just choosing an implant size off a chart.
Rebecca came prepared with specific concerns that many mature patients share:
Implant selection at her age: Would breast augmentation with silicone implants feel natural? How would they age alongside her body over the next 10-15 years?
Scarring visibility: At 56, would her skin heal as well as younger patients? Could scars be hidden effectively?
Recovery timeline: How quickly could she return to yoga and her active lifestyle without compromising results?
Natural appearance: Could we achieve fullness without creating an obviously augmented look that seemed incongruous with her age and lifestyle?
These weren’t superficial worries. They reflected a woman who understood her body, knew what she wanted, and needed a surgical approach that respected both.
After comprehensive evaluation, we developed a breast augmentation plan specifically calibrated to Rebecca’s* anatomy and aesthetic goals:
1. Bilateral Augmentation Mammoplasty (Breast Augmentation Surgery)
2. Asymmetry Correction Through Differential Sizing
3. Strategic Implant Selection
The subpectoral placement was critical for Rebecca. At 56, she had adequate breast tissue but benefited from the additional muscle coverage, which provides superior long-term support, more natural upper pole contour, and reduced visibility of implant edges, particularly important for mature skin that may have less elasticity than younger patients.
The differential sizing (325cc right, 300cc left) wasn’t arbitrary. Most women have some degree of breast asymmetry, and Rebecca’s* pre-operative assessment revealed her right breast had slightly less volume. The 25cc difference created balanced, symmetrical results without overcorrection.
In my 25+ years performing breast augmentations in Houston, I’ve learned that successful outcomes for mature patients require nuanced decision-making. Rebecca’s* case exemplifies several key principles:
Conservative sizing prevents the “overdone” look that can appear incongruous on mature frames. The 300-325cc range provided noticeable enhancement without creating breast volume inconsistent with her body type or lifestyle.
Subpectoral placement offered superior aesthetic outcomes for patients with less native breast tissue. The muscle layer created a smoother transition and more natural upper breast contour, particularly visible in clothing.
MPP profile balanced projection with width, avoiding the rounded, obvious appearance that higher profiles can create. For Rebecca’s* chest wall dimensions and existing breast footprint, this profile delivered the most natural-looking result.
Silicone implants mimicked natural breast tissue far better than saline alternatives, especially important for patients like Rebecca who wanted to maintain a completely natural feel. Modern silicone gel implants have cohesive fill that moves and feels remarkably similar to natural breast tissue.
The IMF incision approach, while requiring meticulous technique, heals exceptionally well and becomes virtually invisible over time, precisely what Rebecca requested. This incision also provides optimal access for accurate implant positioning and pocket creation.
Days 1-3 brought the expected post-surgical discomfort. Rebecca experienced tightness across her chest, a normal response to subpectoral placement as the muscle adjusts to the implant. She managed pain effectively with prescribed medication and kept activity minimal as instructed.
The early days required patience. Breast augmentation involves controlled surgical trauma, and your body needs time to begin the healing process. Rebecca followed post-operative protocols precisely: sleeping elevated, avoiding arm elevation above shoulder height, and wearing her surgical support garment continuously.
By week one, Rebecca noticed significant improvement in comfort. The initial tightness began subsiding as inflammation decreased. She could move more freely but maintained restrictions on lifting and strenuous upper body activity. This phase tests commitment, patients feel well enough to do more but must resist the temptation to rush recovery.
Critical Recovery Rules Rebecca Followed:
By week two, Rebecca had returned to light daily activities, grocery shopping, short walks, desk work. She couldn’t yet resume yoga or her normal exercise routine, but she’d passed the most restrictive phase of recovery.
Weeks 3-4 marked Rebecca’s* transition from patient to active person again. Swelling had decreased substantially. Her breasts had softened noticeably as the muscle relaxed around the implants, a process called “dropping and fluffing” that typically takes 6-12 weeks to complete fully.
She gradually reintroduced upper body movement, starting with gentle stretching and light resistance exercises. The previously tight, high-sitting implants began settling into their final position. This natural descent creates the soft, natural slope that distinguishes excellent breast augmentation results from obvious, rounded augmentation.
By week six, Rebecca had resumed most normal activities, including modified yoga practice. She avoided intense chest-focused exercises but could perform most poses comfortably. Her breast augmentation recovery was progressing ideally, no complications, appropriate healing timeline, and implants settling beautifully into position.
Final Results Phase (Months 2-3)
At three months post-operative, Rebecca’s* transformation was complete. Her implants had fully settled, swelling had resolved entirely, and incision lines were fading to thin, barely visible scars hidden in her inframammary folds. The breasts moved naturally with her body, felt soft and realistic, and appeared proportionate to her frame.
Most importantly, Rebecca achieved exactly what she wanted: enhanced breast volume that looked completely natural and age-appropriate. Nobody would suspect surgical enhancement, they’d simply notice a confident, well-proportioned woman who looked fantastic at 56.
Rebecca’s* final outcome at three months post-operative demonstrated precisely calibrated enhancement:
The differential implant sizing proved essential. Rebecca’s* pre-operative asymmetry, subtle but present, was completely corrected. Her breasts now appeared identical in size and shape, creating the balanced aesthetic she’d sought.
Rebecca’s* satisfaction extended far beyond physical measurements. She reported renewed confidence in fitted clothing, particularly lower-cut tops and dresses that she’d avoided for years. The psychological impact of feeling proportionate and feminine again, without appearing surgically altered, exceeded her expectations.
She appreciated the natural breast augmentation results that didn’t announce themselves. Friends noticed she looked refreshed and revitalized but couldn’t identify why, exactly her goal. The enhancement integrated seamlessly with her appearance and lifestyle.
Several factors contributed to Rebecca’s* outstanding outcome:
Age-appropriate surgical planning recognized that mature patients require different considerations than younger patients. We prioritized natural appearance, conservative sizing, and techniques that account for skin quality and tissue characteristics specific to her age group.
Precise asymmetry correction through differential sizing eliminated her pre-existing imbalance. Many surgeons default to identical implants, but this approach rarely produces optimal symmetry when pre-operative differences exist.
Subpectoral placement maximized aesthetic quality by providing muscle coverage that created smooth, natural contours. This technique requires more technical skill and results in slightly longer recovery, but delivers superior long-term outcomes, particularly for patients with moderate native tissue.
Conservative volume selection avoided the overdone appearance that can occur when implant size exceeds what the patient’s frame can accommodate naturally. Rebecca’s* 300-325cc range provided noticeable enhancement while maintaining believability.
Meticulous surgical technique produced virtually scarless results. The IMF incisions healed to thin, pale lines completely hidden in the natural breast fold, imperceptible even in a swimsuit.
Absolutely, when properly planned and executed. Rebecca’s* case demonstrates that breast augmentation after 50 can deliver beautiful, age-appropriate enhancement. Success requires conservative sizing, appropriate profile selection, and surgical techniques that account for mature tissue characteristics. Subpectoral placement, moderate profiles, and silicone implants typically produce the most natural results for patients in this age group.
Mature patients often experience slightly longer recovery timelines compared to younger patients, primarily due to reduced tissue elasticity and slower healing rates. However, many 50+ patients actually follow post-operative instructions more carefully and report easier emotional adjustment to the recovery process. Rebecca’s* three-month timeline to final results is typical. The key is patience, rushing recovery can compromise outcomes regardless of age.
No, quite the opposite. The 25cc difference between Rebecca’s* right (325cc) and left (300cc) implants corrected her pre-existing asymmetry, creating balanced, symmetrical results. Most women have some natural breast size difference. Using identical implants when baseline asymmetry exists perpetuates the imbalance. Differential sizing, when properly calculated, produces superior symmetry. Patients cannot detect volume differences under 50cc visually, the correction creates balance while remaining imperceptible.
Rebecca hesitated for years before scheduling her consultation. She wondered if 56 was “too late” for breast augmentation, if the results could look natural at her age, if the investment made sense at this stage of life. Three months post-operative, those concerns seem distant. She wishes she’d taken this step sooner.
Your story might be different. Maybe you’re concerned about choosing the right implant size, wondering about recovery at your age, or trying to find a surgeon who understands mature patients’ unique needs.
But the common thread is this: You deserve to feel confident and comfortable in your own body. Age doesn’t diminish that right, if anything, the wisdom and self-awareness that come with maturity make this decision clearer and more purposeful.
If age-related breast changes are affecting your confidence and quality of life, transformation is possible.
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Dr. Sukkar earned his Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 1992 after graduating summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. He then completed an intensive General Surgery Residency at the University of Texas Hermann Hospital before being selected for a highly competitive Plastic Surgery Fellowship at Northwestern University in Chicago, one of the most prestigious training programs in the country.
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