Nonsurgical breast enlargement using an external soft-tissue expansion system

Area of Science:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Tissue Engineering
• Plastic Surgery

Background:

• Surgical augmentation mammaplasty with breast implants is elected by less than 1% of women seeking breast enlargement.
• Nonsurgical alternatives for breast enlargement are limited, prompting research into tissue-based growth methods.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe and evaluate the efficacy of a nonsurgical breast enlargement method utilizing controlled distractive mechanical forces.
• To assess the impact of this method on breast size, tissue composition, and psychological well-being.

Main Methods:

• Seventeen healthy women (18-40 years) used a brassiere-like system applying 20-mmHg vacuum distraction force for 10-12 hours/day over 10 weeks.
• Breast size was measured using three methods; magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) assessed tissue water density and architecture before and after treatment.

Main Results:

• A 98% average increase in breast size was observed by week 10, with a stable 55% long-term increase after treatment.
• MRI confirmed proportionate enlargement of adipose and fibroglandular tissues without edema.
• Significant improvements in self-esteem scores and a decrease in body weight were noted.

Conclusions:

• Nonsurgical breast enlargement is effectively achieved through daily use of an external expansion system applying controlled mechanical forces.
• This noninvasive method is well-tolerated, safe, and provides a viable alternative to surgical breast augmentation.
• The treatment leads to significant, stable breast size increases and positive psychological outcomes.