Preservé Breast
Augmentation In Ohio
Preservé is a minimally invasive breast enhancement technique that places a silicone implant above the chest muscle using a tissue-sparing approach, offering a comfortable recovery and soft, natural results tailored to your frame. Our surgeons at Midwest Breast & Aesthetic Surgery have the longest experience performing the Preservé technique in Ohio.
What Is Preservé?
Preservé by Motiva® is a minimally invasive implant technique designed to enhance breast volume while preserving as much of your natural tissue as possible. Unlike traditional augmentation methods that may require more extensive tissue disruption, Preservé uses specialized instruments to gently create space for the implant above the chest muscle.
Tissue-Sparing
Approach
Gently creates space for the implant while preserving surrounding tissues
Natural-Looking
Results
Designed to create soft, balanced contours that complement your anatomy
Comfortable
Recovery
Because the chest muscle remains undisturbed, many patients experience a smoother early recovery
Preservé vs Traditional Breast Augmentation
How It Works
Every Preservé procedure is carefully planned to support both natural-looking results and a smooth recovery.
01
Micro-Incision
Your surgeon makes a tiny incision, often around 2.5 to 3 centimeters, placed discreetly in the natural crease beneath your breast.
02
Gentle Tissue Expansion
A specialized blunt channel separator and an inflatable balloon gently stretch and elongate the tissue, creating the exact space needed without severing blood vessels.
03
No-Touch Implant Placement
A soft silicone implant is inserted through an advanced sleeve directly into the pocket. It nests securely above the muscle, fully supported by your preserved internal ligaments.
Recovery Timeline
First 24–48 Hours
Mild soreness and swelling. Most patients comfortably return to light daily routines and non-strenuous desk work.
Weeks 1-2
Discomfort typically continues to improve. Depending on your healing and your surgeon’s guidance, you may gradually resume additional activities.
Following Weeks
Swelling continues to resolve, and your implants begin settling into a more natural position.
Following Months
Scars mature, the breast contour continues to refine, and your final results become more established.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Preservé different from traditional breast augmentation?
Preservé uses a tissue-sparing approach that places the implant above the chest muscle using specialized instruments to gently create space rather than relying on more extensive tissue disruption.
Who is a good candidate for Preservé?
Patients with good skin elasticity, sufficient natural breast tissue, and goals that align with a subtle to moderate enhancement may be good candidates. Your surgeon will determine whether this approach is appropriate for your anatomy.
Will I lose nipple sensation?
While any surgery carries some risk of sensory changes, Preservé’s tissue-sparing approach is specifically designed to leave delicate nerve pathways undisturbed. This significantly reduces the risk of temporary or permanent numbness compared to traditional methods.
Will my implant move when I flex my chest?
No. Because the implant is placed above the chest muscle, your pectoralis major remains fully intact. You will not experience the unnatural breast distortion or outward shifting that can sometimes occur with under-the-muscle implants during exercise or heavy lifting.
*This page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for a consultation with a board-certified surgeon. Every patient is unique, and treatment recommendations and results vary. We encourage you to schedule a consultation with our team to discuss your options.