While breast augmentation surgery is ideal if you want to boost your self-esteem and confidence, there are also non-surgical breast enlargement options available.
We’re often asked if breast enlargement pumps are a good alternative to breast implants. Here are our thoughts on whether breast enlargement pumps are best when it comes to non-surgical boob jobs.
What is a breast enlargement pump?
A breast enlargement pump consists of two domes that cover each breast, with a manual or battery-powered pumping mechanism.
It’s not to be confused with a breast pump, which is used to express breast milk (or help fix inverted nipples).
Breast enlargement pumps work by creating a vacuum that increases blood flow to the breasts, which in theory, encourages breast growth. Using a breast enlargement pump promotes swelling in the breast tissue, which eventually leads to an increase in cup size. You can increase the strength of the suction to suit your needs.
Breast enlargement pump manufacturers advise that by using the pump for an hour a day, users can see an increase in breast size after four to six weeks.
Are breast pumps good for breast enlargement?
So, are breast enlargement pumps a viable option if you want to increase the size of your breasts?
The logic certainly works in theory; stretching tissue stimulates cell growth which causes expansion, a method used in several medical procedures. For example, if the skin is damaged in an accident, skin on a healthy part of the body is stretched to encourage growth so the surplus skin can be grafted.
Studies have shown that breast enlargement pumps do lead to a slight increase in breast size, an average of 100cc, which is about half a cup size. However, these pumps take a lot of time to take effect. In one study, a participant had to wear a pump for 12 hours a day for ten weeks before they saw noticeable results.
While some users say they have seen a permanent increase in breast size, others have advised that the changes have only been temporary. Feedback implies that the best results are seen with continued use of the pump. Hence, it can be concluded that the enlarged effect tends to be temporary and reversible.
Another disadvantage of breast enlargement pumps is that they are cumbersome and uncomfortable. As they have to be worn for a long time, they can be awkward to sleep in or wear as you go about your working day. They can also cause blistering and rashes if not used correctly or used too much.
So to answer the question: Are breast pumps good for breast enlargement? While they do have an effect on breast size, it can take a long time to see results. See the breast enlargement surgery before and after results to see how effective is the surgical method and if that’s something that suits you better. Find out the prices for surgical breast augmentation.
However, let’s say you want to increase the size of your breasts by a small amount, or make asymmetrical breasts more even, and you don’t mind waiting. In this case, a breast enlargement pump might be right for you.
Breast enlargement pump side effects
As mentioned, breast pumps can cause bruises and rashes. This is because the vacuum suction can make the blood vessels break under the skin causing discolouration.
Breast pumps can also cause prolonged skin allergies and irritation if used for a long period of time. They can also make the skin less elastic due to the constant stretch and make it look saggy and droopy. These stretches can also result in stretch marks which can get permanent with time.
Alternatives to breast implants
If a breast enlargement pump is not for you, there are other non-surgical breast enlargement options available to consider.
Massage can be used to increase breast size, which uses a similar logic to breast enlargement pumps in that it stimulates the growth of breast tissue. However again, this can take time and can be painful.
Other non-surgical alternatives to breast enlargements include dermal fillers and the injection of your own fat cells into your breasts. Interestingly, breast enlargement pumps work well when used in conjunction with fat cell transfer, as the pumps make the breasts more likely to accept the fat cells.
Electric pulses, radio waves, and laser treatments can also be used to improve the fullness and lift of breasts. However with all these alternatives to breast implants, the results are only temporary, and treatments must be continued to see the best results.
If you’re looking for guaranteed and noticeable results without waiting or spending several hours a day wearing a bulky breast enlargement pump, breast augmentation surgery is the best option.
Contact us today to find out if you’re an ideal candidate for breast enlargement and to book your free consultation.
