Breast surgery: Guide from the Breast Atelier in Zurich

Naturalness is no coincidence - how surgical planning leads to convincing breast results

Feb 06, 2026

What connects many patients in the consultation is rarely a specific size. It is much more often about the feeling that something doesn't quite fit. At the heart of this is the desire for balance and harmony in one's own body - and for a better quality of life.

Breast reduction can reduce the risk of breast cancer

Nov 20, 2025

Several large registry studies from Scandinavia consistently show that women who had breast reduction surgery were less likely to develop breast cancer than comparable control groups.

New from us: Motiva Preservé™ - the next generation of breast augmentation

Nov 12, 2025

With Motiva Preservé™, Breast Atelier Zurich offers an innovative method of breast augmentation that is gentle on the tissue and respects the natural anatomy.

Rippling during breast augmentation

Nov 06, 2025

Although rippling is medically harmless, many patients find it disturbing - especially when it is visible in the cleavage area and the implant becomes visible. There are two surgical techniques that can be used to minimize the risk of rippling.

When am I ready for breast surgery?

Jun 01, 2023

Before you take the step to have breast surgery, there are important questions you should answer. In this article we will cover the most common questions around minimum age, breast growth, family planning, preparing for surgery, information gathering and suitability for breast surgery.

What is the healing process after breast surgery until the final result?

May 10, 2023

In this article, we will take a closer look at the healing process of a breast operation through to the final result and answer the associated questions.

When does health insurance pay for breast surgery?

Mar 01, 2023

In which cases the health insurance company will cover part of the costs, we can answer here based on our experience.

When is the best time of year for breast surgery?

Jan 15, 2023

There are many factors to consider when undergoing breast surgery. One of these is the timing of the operation. Fall or winter is a particularly suitable time of year for this.

Do breast implants have to be changed every 10 years?

Dec 10, 2022

Question from a reader: I read on the Internet that implants have to be replaced every ten years. Is that correct?

What happens to a breast that has undergone surgery if it fluctuates greatly in weight?

Nov 21, 2022

Weight fluctuations in women are known to affect not only the stomach, legs and bottom, but also the breasts, much to the chagrin of most women. Weight fluctuations therefore also change the volume and shape of an operated breast.

Breast augmentation abroad? Caution is advised here!

Oct 20, 2022

To Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic or Turkey for breast surgery? The market for breast surgery is getting bigger and bigger.

Methods and incisions for breast reduction surgery

Aug 30, 2022

There are various methods of breast reduction that are used at Breast Atelier. Which procedure is used in each individual case depends on various factors.

Combined breast lift and breast augmentation

Mar 20, 2022

If there is a desire for a breast lift with a simultaneous increase in volume, an augmentation mastopexy, i.e. a lift with simultaneous enlargement using implants, can be considered.

Breast lift after breastfeeding

Dec 09, 2021

Reader question: I stopped breastfeeding my second child six months ago. Now my breasts have lost shape and volume ...

Breast augmentation without scars: Is it possible and safe?

Feb 04, 2021

Many women want larger breasts. This is shamelessly exploited by dubious providers. Ads in which so-called mini surgeries are advertised ...

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