Breast BEFORE & AFTER Patient 163: Breast Augmentation with GalaFLEX Lite
*Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Before & After
A 36-year-old female patient presented with concerns about breast size and a desire for increased volume and improved contour. After a thorough consultation and discussion of surgical options, she elected to proceed with bilateral breast augmentation. The procedure was performed by Dr. Crantford in Charleston, South Carolina, using 400cc implants, with the addition of GalaFLEX Lite mesh (Internal Bra) to provide enhanced soft tissue support and help maintain long-term implant positioning. The implants were placed to achieve a natural, balanced appearance tailored to the patient’s body proportions. Photos are shown at 8 weeks post-op.
Bilateral breast augmentation with GalaFLEX Lite mesh reinforcement offers an advanced approach to increasing breast volume — combining precise implant placement with internal soft tissue support designed to maintain positioning and contour over the long term. Patients who come to Dr. Crantford at Crantford Costa Plastic Surgery in Charleston, SC often want not just beautiful immediate results, but confidence that those results will hold up well over time. Before-and-after photos from this procedure typically show a fuller, naturally proportioned breast profile with smooth contour and balanced projection — reflecting both the implant selection and the added structural foundation that GalaFLEX Lite provides.
What is GalaFLEX Lite mesh and how does it differ from standard GalaFLEX?
GalaFLEX Lite is a lighter-weight version of the GalaFLEX bioabsorbable surgical mesh, designed to provide internal soft tissue support with a lower profile. Like standard GalaFLEX, it gradually integrates with the body’s own tissue over time — but its reduced weight makes it particularly well-suited for primary breast augmentation cases where support enhancement rather than full structural reinforcement is the goal.
Why would mesh be used in a primary breast augmentation?
Adding GalaFLEX Lite to a breast augmentation provides an internal support structure that helps maintain implant positioning and breast contour over time. It is particularly beneficial for patients where soft tissue characteristics suggest a higher likelihood of implant displacement or bottoming out, allowing Dr. Crantford to proactively optimize long-term results from the outset.
How is implant sizing determined to suit body proportions?
Implant sizing is selected through a detailed consultation process that takes into account chest width, existing breast tissue, skin elasticity, and the patient’s aesthetic goals. Dr. Crantford focuses on achieving a result that is proportionate and balanced for each patient’s individual frame — ensuring the outcome looks natural and tailored rather than generically sized.
How long after breast augmentation with GalaFLEX Lite do final results show?
At 8 weeks post-op, initial swelling has largely resolved and implants have begun settling into their supported position. Final results — including complete implant drop and full integration of the GalaFLEX Lite mesh with surrounding tissue — are typically visible at 3 to 6 months post-op.
What is recovery like after breast augmentation with mesh support?
Most patients return to light daily activity within a few days and resume desk work within one week. Strenuous activity and heavy lifting are restricted for 4–6 weeks to allow both the implants and mesh reinforcement to stabilize properly. A supportive surgical bra is worn during early recovery to protect implant positioning and support optimal healing throughout the process.
