Pectoral Implants

• Cosmetic Surgery
• Surgery For Men
• Pectoral Implants

Medically Reviewed 8th January 2025, by Mr. Bryan Mayou (GMC: 1414396) - founder of the Cadogan Clinic and one of the world's leading plastic surgeons

What are Pectoral Implants

Pectoral Implant surgery, also known as male chest augmentation, is a procedure that enhances the definition and appearance of the chest. Silicone implants are placed under the pectoral muscles to increase the size of the chest muscles, creating an athletic and muscular appearance. Pectoral Implants are also an effective way to address deformities caused by Poland Syndrome or Pectus Excavatum which can be characterised by a sunken chest or underdeveloped pectoral muscles.

The procedure involves small incisions being made under the chest muscles. Solid silicone implants are inserted, and the incisions are closed. There are two main types of Pectoral Implants: pre-manufactured and custom-made. Your surgeon will discuss the type of Pectoral Implants best suited to address your concerns during your consultation. Pre-manufactured implants are suitable for most cosmetic cases, whereas custom implants are often used in cases where deformities are being addressed, and precise anatomical requirements must be considered.

Cadogan Clinic have brought together the leading cosmetic surgeons in the UK, providing the highest-quality surgical care and results. Our award-winning clinic, in the heart of Chelsea, London, has consultation spaces, in-house hospital facilities, and comprehensive recovery and aftercare amenities, providing a central base for your surgical journey. 

Why Do People Have Pectoral Implant Surgery?

Many men dedicate time and energy to diet and exercise to create a desirable athletic and muscular appearance. The chest and pectoral muscles are common areas to target. However, for some individuals, diet and exercise alone are not enough to achieve their desired results. Pectoral Implant surgery is an effective and straightforward method for creating the desired physique, resulting in defined pectoral muscles. This increases confidence and allows patients to fully appreciate the results they have worked hard to achieve.

The wide range of pectoral implants available allows for a bespoke approach, enhancing the shape and volume of the pectorals and creating a natural and flattering appearance to the chest.

Pectoral or Chest Wall Implants are also popular with patients who wish to address chest deformities which are affecting their confidence. 

Who Is Suitable for Pectoral Implants?

During your initial consultation at Cadogan Clinic, your surgeon will assess your suitability for Pectoral Implant surgery. They will begin by discussing your concerns and reasons for considering Pectoral Implants before examining your chest and pectoral muscles. Your consultant will also consider your overall medical history, including your physical and mental health, to ensure you are in good health for a general anaesthetic surgery.

To decide whether you are suitable for Pectoral Implant surgery, your consultant will consider:

• Your concerns – Either having a congenital chest deformity, or difficulty in building chest muscles are typical concerns for considering a pec implants.
• Your desired outcomes – It is essential to have realistic expectations for what Pectoral Implants can achieve. Your surgeon will explain the results that are possible for you during your consultation.
• Your overall physical and mental health – Your surgeon will consider your blood pressure, heart rate, weight, and height to ensure you are fit and well for surgery. If you have any mental health concerns, this will also be taken into account. If you are considering pec implants due to a chest deformity, your surgeon will also consider any impact on your health this may have had.

If your surgeon decides that male chest augmentation is suitable for addressing your concerns, they will complete your bespoke surgical plan and send it to your patient advisor. You will discuss your plan, the final surgery price, and surgery dates with your advisor before having a mandatory two-week cooling-off period. You can consider your surgical plan and ask any questions during this time. You can also schedule a follow-up appointment with your surgeon to speak to them again. 

What are the Benefits of Pectoral Implants?

Male Chest Implants can be transformational and provide several benefits for patients who choose to undergo this procedure.

• Increased pectoral size – For patients who have found building chest muscles through diet and exercise alone challenging, pec implants increase the size of the pectorals for a muscular appearance.
• Improved pectoral shape – Male chest implants effectively create a flattering shape for the pectoral muscles. This result can be subtle or more dramatic depending on the desired outcomes of the patient.
• Enhanced chest proportions – For patients who are concerned about the appearance of uneven chest muscles pec implants can be inserted resulting in more balanced chest contours.
• Chest deformity treatment – Pectoral and Pectus implants are a highly effective Pectus Excavatum and Poland Syndrome treatment.
• Natural and long-lasting results – Cadogan Clinic’s team of consultant surgeons provides the highest-quality Pectoral Implant surgical outcomes prioritising a natural appearance and long-lasting results. 
  Improved confidence and quality of life – For patients whose concerns about the appearance of their chest have decreased confidence, chest implants effectively address cosmetic concerns, increasing confidence and quality of life.  

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