Breast Augmentation After the Suneung: How to Achieve Beautiful Breasts Before University Admission

Breast Augmentation After the Suneung: How to Achieve Beautiful Breasts Before University Admission

Hello. I'm Dr. Kim Ju-won, the head director of Melon Plastic Surgery, your breast specialist for all your breast concerns.

The sense of liberation and excitement that comes after the Suneung (college entrance exam). After finishing a long period of studying, things that were put off one by one come to mind.

It's a time when the desire to go to university with a changed appearance, ahead of a new beginning, grows stronger. That's why many people come with their parents, and sometimes with friends.

‘What's a natural size?’‘Will my friends notice that I've had surgery?’

You want to look beautiful before university admission, but you're very worried about looking excessive or unnatural. Today, for those considering breast augmentation after the Suneung, I'll explain how to achieve natural and beautiful breasts.

Breast Augmentation After the Suneung | Why the First Surgery is Important

The first breast augmentation surgery is paramount.

How the first surgery is performed determines how you'll look 10 or 20 years later. Especially if you have surgery in your late teens or early twenties, you need to be careful because you have a longer life ahead of you.

If an implant that doesn't suit your body type is chosen in the first surgery, or if the dissection space is not appropriate, revision surgery may be needed later. Revision surgery is more difficult than the first surgery and takes longer to recover. It can be psychologically challenging. Therefore, it's crucial to get the first surgery right.

If you want a natural look, it's necessary to temper your desires. Many students want a look they've seen on social media or a celebrity's style, but if it doesn't match their body type, it can actually look unnatural.

You need to find the right size for you, considering your natural chest width, height, shoulder width, and existing breast tissue. A sudden change from an A cup to a D cup might be noticeable to others, but going up one or two cup sizes can look perfectly natural with different clothing or bras.

At Melon, we conduct thorough body type analysis through extensive consultation before surgery. You can also preview your post-surgery appearance with 3D simulation and try on implant sizes directly to make your decision. It's better to take your time and choose carefully rather than rushing.

Breast Augmentation After the Suneung | Choosing Implants with Long-Term Consideration

‘Will it look natural when I wear clothes?’‘Will I regret it later?’

When you go to university, you'll meet various people in a new environment. You want to start with confidence, but you don't want to look excessive.

This is why implant selection is important. A large implant that doesn't suit your body type can actually look burdensome. There's also a higher risk of looking unnatural when wearing clothes, or developing sagging or deformation over time.

Considering 10 or 20 years down the line, choosing an appropriate size is wise.

The type of implant is also important. Cohesive gel implants, which are elastic, have a natural feel and maintain their shape well. If you have a thin body type with thin skin, you might consider implants with a high fill rate to prevent rippling.

The insertion position, whether above or below the muscle, also affects the feel and recovery period. University life involves diverse clothing styles. You need to look natural when wearing tight sweaters, sleeveless tops in summer, or swimsuits.

If you discuss these situations with us before surgery, we can plan the surgery accordingly.

Breast Augmentation After the Suneung | Communication with Guardians

Many students come with their guardians for breast augmentation. Guardian consent is essential for minors, and even for adults, discussing with guardians can be helpful.

Guardians generally prioritize safety. They worry about whether the surgery is safe, if there will be side effects, and if recovery will go well. Students, on the other hand, often focus on aesthetic aspects like size and shape. Therefore, during communication, we plan in a way that satisfies both concerns.

Costs should also be discussed honestly. Breast augmentation costs vary depending on the type of implant, surgical method, and anesthesia. It's realistic to find an appropriate method within your budget. Rather than forcing an expensive surgery, it's important to make a choice that suits you.

Ask all your questions before surgery. You should clearly understand and decide on the surgical process, recovery period, management methods, costs, and side effects. At Melon, we take ample time for discussion and explain everything so that both guardians and students can understand and agree.

Guardian assistance is also needed during the post-surgery recovery process. In the early stages after surgery, you should avoid lifting heavy objects or moving your arms extensively, so help with household chores or carrying luggage is needed.

With our safe and secure Melon Care Program and Melon Box, you can manage comfortably both at the clinic and at home, but family care makes recovery much easier. Our 9.9 emergency call system operates even at night or on weekends, so you can inquire anytime if you have questions during an emergency.

Breast Augmentation After the Suneung | Preparing for a New Beginning

University admission is a starting point for meeting new people in a new environment. Confidence in one's appearance also affects interpersonal relationships and activities. Breast augmentation is not just about changing one's appearance, but also a process of finding confidence.

It's also important to allow sufficient recovery time. Immediately after surgery, there may be swelling and the shape might look unnatural. After about 6 months, the tissue settles, and the feel becomes softer and more natural. Securing this time until the start of the semester ensures that even friends won't find it awkward at all.

Now is the time to resolve concerns that were put off during your study period. Rather than rushing, research thoroughly and decide carefully. If the first surgery goes well, you can be satisfied for a long time, but if it goes wrong, you'll bear the burden of revision surgery.

If you're considering breast augmentation, please feel free to visit us. You're welcome to come with your guardian or alone. We will consider your body type, lifestyle, and desired style together to find the appropriate method for you. We support you as you prepare for a new beginning.

Thank you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Breast augmentation after the Suneung (Korean SAT), why is the first surgery important?

The first surgery is important because it affects your appearance 10 or 20 years later. Choosing an implant that doesn't fit your body type or improper dissection space can lead to revision surgery. Revision surgery is difficult, takes a long time to recover, and can be psychologically challenging.

What are the criteria for choosing an implant for natural breast augmentation?

For natural results, it is important to reduce greed and find a size that suits your body type. You should consider your natural chest width, height, shoulder width, and existing breast tissue, and a change of one or two cup sizes can look natural even with clothing.

How do I choose a breast augmentation implant for the long term?

For long-term satisfaction, it is wise to choose an appropriate size. Elastic implants like cohesive gel have a natural feel and maintain their shape well, and if you have thin skin, you can consider an implant with a high fill rate to prevent rippling.

Can minors also undergo breast augmentation?

Yes, parental consent is mandatory for minors. Guardians prioritize safety, so it is best to plan the surgery through sufficient communication to satisfy both the student's aesthetic desires and the guardian's safety concerns.

How long is the recovery period after breast augmentation?

Immediately after surgery, there may be swelling and an unnatural shape. Usually, after about 6 months, the tissue settles, and the feel becomes softer and more natural. It is advisable to secure sufficient recovery time before the start of the semester.

How is the cost of breast augmentation determined?

The cost of breast augmentation varies depending on the type of implant, surgical method, and anesthesia method. It is realistic to find an appropriate method within your budget, and it is important to make a choice that suits you rather than an excessively expensive surgery.