Motiva® Preservé™ Breast Augmentation

What Is Preservé Breast Augmentation?

Preservé is a less invasive breast augmentation technique that enhances your curves while preserving your breast tissue. Unlike traditional techniques that may disrupt breast structures or require larger incisions, this approach focuses on preserving the natural tissue that supports the breast’s shape.

The Preservé technique keeps the implant placement above the muscle—either just beneath the breast tissue (subglandular) or under the thin layer of connective tissue (subfascial). The result is a softer, more responsive feel that moves naturally with your body and maintains nipple sensation.

Because the procedure is less invasive, many patients experience a smoother recovery process with less disruption to their daily routines.

The Motiva Preservé Procedure: Step by Step

Your experience begins with a comprehensive consultation and detailed planning process. During surgery, your provider follows a series of carefully executed steps designed to preserve your natural tissue while achieving your aesthetic goals.

Precision and Long-Term Results

One of the defining advantages of Motiva Preservé is its precision. Every aspect of the procedure is carefully planned and tailored to your unique anatomy, allowing your surgeon to enhance your shape without overcorrecting or placing unnecessary stress on the surrounding tissues.

The technique involves creating a highly controlled implant pocket that supports optimal positioning. This approach helps reduce disruption to the tissue while improving implant stability over time.

Additionally, many patients can achieve their desired volume using smaller implants, thanks to the strategic preservation of natural tissue and internal support. This contributes to a more balanced, proportionate look that complements your overall silhouette.

Smaller Incisions

One of the reasons for the popularity of the Preservé breast augmentation technique is its smaller incisions, typically placed discreetly within the fold beneath the breast. These incisions are designed to be as subtle as possible while still allowing for controlled implant placement.

Because it’s less invasive than traditional augmentation surgery, our surgeons can often perform the procedure with minimal anesthesia, further enhancing patient comfort and streamlining the overall experience.

Safety of the Preservé Technique

The Preservé technique has been the subject of rigorous clinical research. A 5-year follow-up study reported capsular contracture rates of 0.5% and confirmed ruptures of 0.6%, lower than rates typically reported with traditional breast augmentation techniques. This tissue-preserving approach is designed to minimize disruption while supporting consistent, reliable results when performed by experienced, board-certified plastic surgeons.

Motiva SmoothSilk^® Ergonomix and SmoothSilk^® Round Implants

Preservé breast augmentation uses advanced implant options designed to complement your anatomy and aesthetic goals. The Motiva SmoothSilk® Ergonomix implants adapt to your body’s movement, creating a natural, teardrop-like shape when upright and a fuller contour when lying down. SmoothSilk® Round implants provide consistent fullness and enhanced upper pole volume, offering a more lifted, defined look while maintaining a soft, supple feel.

Preservé Augmentation With Breast Lift

Combining Preservé augmentation with mastopexy (breast lift) elevates and reshapes the breasts while preserving as much tissue as possible, creating harmonious, balanced results. With advanced, carefully planned techniques, recovery is faster, and the results are long-lasting.

Faster Recovery, Minimal Downtime

One of the most appealing aspects of Preservé breast augmentation is the recovery experience. Because the technique is less invasive, many patients report a quicker return to normal activities compared to traditional breast augmentation.

You may experience mild swelling or soreness in the days following your procedure, but most patients feel comfortable resuming light daily activities within a short period. Your surgeon will provide detailed post-procedure instructions to support proper healing and ensure the best possible outcome.

Customized Results

No two patients are alike, and your breast augmentation should reflect your individual goals, anatomy, and lifestyle. Motiva Preservé is inherently customizable, allowing your surgeon to tailor every aspect of the procedure—from implant selection to pocket creation.

Whether you’re looking for subtle enhancement or a more noticeable change in volume, this technique is designed to deliver refined, balanced results that feel authentic to you.

Is Preservé Breast Augmentation Right for You?

This technique may be a good fit if you:

• Prefer a less invasive approach to breast enhancement
• Want to preserve breast tissue and sensation
• Are looking for a faster, more comfortable recovery
• Desire natural-looking results with long-term stability

The best way to determine if Preservé is right for you is through a personalized consultation with one of our experienced plastic surgeons.