The gentle (r)evolution
Preservé™ Breast Augmentation
Discover your inner natural. With W Clinics.
Locations: Dortmund · Hamburg · Düsseldorf · Wertheim · Waalre
A new generation
A fuller bust, without the things that have held you back until now. Motiva's Preservé™ method rethinks breast augmentation – minimally invasive, gentle on tissue, outpatient. A procedure that fits around your everyday life, not the other way round.
What makes Preservé™ different
Preserving tissue instead of cutting through it
The name says it all: preservé means “preserved”. And that is exactly the guiding principle. In a conventional breast augmentation, the implant pocket is created by cutting – through skin, connective tissue and often the chest muscle as well. Preservé™ reverses this approach.
Through an access of only about 2.5 cm in the fold beneath the breast, the tissue is stretched gently and in a controlled way with a special balloon until the pocket for the implant has formed. Muscles, nerves, blood vessels and the supporting ligament structures of the breast are preserved. Which means: less trauma, less pain, significantly shorter downtime.
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What our patients say
Recognised for the fifth time in a row: our clinics regularly receive awards from independent review portals. The satisfaction of our patients is our most important benchmark.
What's in it for you
Six reasons why women choose Preservé™
Preservé™ does not simply mean “the same operation, only smaller”. The method changes what breast augmentation means for your body – structurally, functionally and in everyday life afterwards.
Less trauma
Gentler on your body
Because muscles, nerves and vessels remain untouched, your body is under less strain from the procedure – with noticeably less pain and a shorter recovery.
Natural sensation
Sensitivity is retained
As no nerve structures are cut, the natural feeling in the breast and nipple is fully retained in most patients.
Stable shape
Your body's own support
The breast's natural ligament structures hold the implant – for a stability that rests not on artificial sutures alone, but on your own anatomy.
Compatible with family plans
Breastfeeding remains possible
Glandular tissue and the nerve structures that supply it remain intact. As a rule, the ability to breastfeed is not impaired by the tissue-sparing technique.
Clinically proven
Very low risk
Clinical data show an implant-related complication rate below one per cent – a hallmark of modern Motiva technology.
Everyday life, not time out
Minimal restriction
Performed as an outpatient procedure, without general anaesthesia being mandatory, with a short recovery – Preservé™ suits an active life with work, family and sport.
Your consultation
Understanding what suits you
No two breasts are the same – and no two wishes. Before we talk about implants, sizes or appointments, we want to know what you really have in mind. In the consultation, our specialists in plastic and aesthetic surgery analyse your anatomy, discuss the suitable options with you and clarify whether Preservé™ is the right choice for you.
Afterwards, you will receive a transparent, no-obligation cost estimate. Everything at your own pace – no time pressure, no sales pressure.
5 locations in Germany and the Netherlands
Preservé™ near you
You can have your Preservé™ consultation at five clinics. Choose your location – booking starts right there.
Germany
Dortmund
Westfalenklinik
Rosemeyerstr. 2–4
44139 Dortmund0231 54 504 900Book here
Germany
Hamburg
Alster-Klinik
Rothenbaumchaussee 7
20148 Hamburg040 44 44 42Book here
Germany
Düsseldorf
Klinik am Seestern
Am Seestern 4
40547 Düsseldorf0211 699 09 20Book here
Germany
Wertheim
Main-Tauber-Klinik at the Bürgerspital
Rotkreuzstr. 2
97877 Wertheim09342 303 1033Book here
Netherlands
Waalre
Medisch Centrum Waalre
Van Dijklaan 9
5581 WG Waalre+31 40 22 22 370Book here
Certified expertise
Not every doctor is permitted to use Preservé™
Preservé™ is not a procedure that any clinic can offer overnight. Motiva requires treating doctors to hold official Preservé™ certification – demonstrated through theoretical and practical training and a structured examination by recognised experts in the method.
At W Clinics, we work exclusively with specialists in plastic and aesthetic surgery who have completed this certification. This ensures that you benefit not only from the method itself, but also from surgeons who have demonstrably mastered it.
The Motiva Preservé™ concept
Four principles, one result
Motiva developed Preservé™ on the basis of four guiding ideas. Every step of the treatment follows these principles – from the surgical technique to the implant warranty.
01
Preserving anatomy
The natural tissue structures of the breast are preserved. This means less surgical trauma, a natural shape and a familiar sense of your own body.
02
Ensuring stability
The ligamentous support structures hold the implant from within. This reduces the risk of it sinking later and ensures long-term stability of shape.
03
Naturally soft
The SmoothSilk® Ergonomix2® implants used adapt to your movement – soft to the touch, harmonious in appearance, inconspicuous in transition.
04
Providing safety
A low inflammation rate, implant-related complications below 1% and a comprehensive Motiva warranty programme give you peace of mind – before, during and after the procedure.
The procedure
A day of surgery, planned like a good appointment
At W Clinics, the day of your procedure is not a hospital marathon but a structured, calm process. You arrive in the morning, go over all the details once more with your surgeon and are then accompanied to the operating theatre.
The treatment itself usually takes 30 to 45 minutes. You decide on the form of anaesthesia – local anaesthesia with twilight sedation or general anaesthesia – together with the anaesthesia team in advance. After a short recovery phase, you can usually leave the clinic on the same day.
Precision in detail
Three instruments, three steps – one gentle result
At the heart of the Preservé™ method is a system of three single-use Motiva® instruments developed specifically for this procedure. Each has a clearly defined task and works with the tissue, not against it.
01 · Channel Separator
Creating the access
With a 2 cm wide, blunt tip, the Motiva® Channel Separator clears a path through a minimal incision to the future implant pocket. Using a circular rotating movement, it loosens the inner tissue without injuring it – the supporting structures of the breast remain intact.
02 · Inflatable Balloon
Stretching the tissue, not cutting it
The inflatable Motiva® balloon shapes the implant pocket through controlled, gradual expansion. Tissue and ligament structures are pushed radially aside – without cutting, without trauma. The result is a precise 3D space that fits the future implant shape perfectly.
03 · Insertion Sleeve
Safe, sterile, touch-free
The implant is inserted via the sterile Motiva® Insertion Sleeve without coming into contact with skin or gloves. This no-touch technique shortens the operating time, allows smaller incisions and minimises the risk of infection.
Ready for the next step?
Get to know Preservé™ in person
A no-obligation conversation clarifies more than any website. Our specialists take time for your questions, look at your individual situation and assess whether Preservé™ is the right method for you.
No obligation · Discreet · On equal terms
Side by side
Preservé™ vs. conventional breast augmentation
At first glance, both methods seem to deliver the same result: a larger bust. In fact, however, they differ in what happens inside the body beforehand – and that has effects that go far beyond the length of the scar.
| Feature | The gentle methodPreservé™ | Conventional methodConventional |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical principle | Tissue stretching | Tissue cutting |
| Chest muscle | Remains untouched | Mostly cut through |
| Nerves & vessels | Preserved | Frequently injured |
| Support structures | Body's own ligaments | Artificial pocket |
| Incision length | approx. 2.5 cm | 4–5 cm |
| Anaesthesia | Local, twilight sedation or general | Almost exclusively general anaesthesia |
| Ability to breastfeed | Usually retained | May be impaired |
| Sensitivity | Mostly fully retained | Risk of loss of sensation |
Your recovery
What to expect after the procedure
Because no tissue is cut, recovery is usually straightforward. In the first few days, slight swelling and a feeling of tightness are normal, but mostly well tolerated. A support bra helps maintain the shape during the first weeks. The final breast shape develops over several months – after about six months, the result is usually stable.
Your path after the procedure
From the day of surgery to the final check-up
The timeline shows the typical course. Individual variations are possible – your personal recovery may be quicker or more gradual.
Day 0
The procedure
Outpatient procedure in 30–45 minutes. You leave the clinic on the same day.
Day 1–2
Out and about
Many patients resume their everyday lives. Rest is still advisable, though.
Week 1
Light exercise
Walking, light movement and moderate activities are possible again.
Week 2
First check-up
Suture knots are removed, and we carry out the first check of your healing progress at our clinic.
6 months
Final shape
The result is usually stable. Second check-up to monitor progress.
1 year
Final check-up
Last routine check-up. After that, we remain available to you.
The implants
Motiva SmoothSilk® Ergonomix2® – the next generation
Preservé™ is only as good as the implant inside it. At W Clinics, we work exclusively with the latest Ergonomix2® implants from Motiva – one of the most internationally renowned manufacturers. These implants combine several proven technologies, each making a specific contribution to a natural, safe result:
- SmoothSilk® 4-micron surfaceThe fine surface structure promotes biocompatible tissue integration and minimises the risk of capsular contracture.
- TrueMonobloc+®The robust yet flexible structure prevents friction between gel and shell – for a stable, durable implant shape.
- ProgressiveGel® UltimaThe ultra-soft gel changes its shape depending on body position – round when lying down, naturally sloped when standing.
- BluSeal+®A special barrier layer increases the integrity of the implant and supports its durability.
- Zen® RFID technologyAn integrated chip that can be read non-invasively allows the implant to be identified at any time – including during later MRI scans.
Who is Preservé™ suitable for?
Who benefits most from the method
Preservé™ is aimed at women who want a breast augmentation but cannot or do not want to accept much downtime – active, working women as well as mothers with young children. The procedure is particularly well suited to primary augmentations, i.e. first-time procedures. Women who plan to have children also benefit from the gentle tissue handling, because glandular and nerve structures are largely preserved and the ability to breastfeed is usually not impaired.
Preservé™ is less suitable in cases of very pronounced skin laxity or if a breast lift is planned anyway – other procedures are more appropriate here. Whether the method suits your individual case is something we clarify in your personal consultation, based on your anatomy, your expectations and health factors.
Costs
Transparent, clear, calculated without obligation
The cost of a Preservé™ breast augmentation depends on several factors – including the implant chosen, the form of anaesthesia and your individual circumstances. Flat-rate prices would not be serious here. What we give you instead: a detailed written cost estimate after your personal consultation, with every individual item itemised.
On request, we can also discuss financing options with you through our partner, so that the investment suits your circumstances.
Financing
Also possible in instalments.
Flexible terms through our financing partner – to suit your circumstances.
Example instalmentfrom €175per month
Your questions, briefly answered
FAQ: Preservé™ breast augmentation at W Clinics
How exactly does Preservé™ differ from a conventional breast augmentation?
The key difference lies in how the implant pocket is created. In a conventional breast augmentation, tissue is cut with a scalpel – muscle, connective tissue and often nerve pathways as well. Preservé™ replaces this step with controlled tissue stretching using an inflatable balloon. The result is significantly less trauma, a shorter recovery and the preservation of sensation and support structures.
Is the procedure painful?
You feel nothing during the operation – thanks either to local anaesthesia with twilight sedation or to general anaesthesia. In the days afterwards, most patients report a feeling of tightness and mild pain that can be well controlled with standard painkillers. The difference from the conventional method is often clearly noticeable here, because no muscle or nerve structures have been injured.
Do I need general anaesthesia for Preservé™?
No – one of the advantages of the procedure is that it can also be performed without general anaesthesia. Many of our patients choose local anaesthesia with twilight sedation, a relaxed, sleep-like state under the supervision of the anaesthesia team. General anaesthesia is of course also possible if you feel more comfortable with it.
When can I return to work?
That depends on your job. With an office job, many patients are back at work after 3–5 days. For physically demanding work, we recommend a break of at least two to three weeks. Light exercise is often possible after just one week, intensive training after three to four weeks.
Which implants are used?
Exclusively the latest SmoothSilk® Ergonomix2® implants from Motiva. They are characterised by a particularly soft feel, movement that adapts to the body and integrated Zen® RFID technology, which allows the implant to be identified at any time – including in an MRI scan, without an additional procedure.
Is sensation in the breast retained?
Because no nerves are cut with Preservé™, sensitivity is, as a rule, fully retained. This applies both to sensation in the breast tissue and to the nipple.
Can I still breastfeed after a Preservé™ breast augmentation?
Yes, as a rule the ability to breastfeed is not impaired. The glandular tissue and the nerve structures that supply it are not affected by the tissue-sparing technique. This is why the procedure is also well suited to women who plan to have children.
How visible will the scar be?
The access lies in the natural fold beneath the breast and, at approx. 2.5 cm, is very small. Once fully healed, the scar is barely visible in most patients. Like any scar, it matures over several months and fades over time.
Who is Preservé™ less suitable for?
Preservé™ was developed primarily for first-time procedures. In cases of very pronounced skin laxity, or for patients who also need a breast lift, other procedures may be more suitable. Whether Preservé™ suits you is something we clarify in the consultation, based on your individual anatomy.
How much does a Preservé™ breast augmentation cost at W Clinics?
The costs are made up of various factors: choice of implant, form of anaesthesia, length of stay and individual circumstances. You will receive a reliable cost estimate after your personal consultation – transparent and in writing.
What are the risks?
As with any operation, general risks such as infection, wound-healing problems or bruising can also occur with Preservé™. Implant-related risks – such as capsular contracture – are low thanks to modern Motiva technology and the tissue-sparing technique, but can never be ruled out completely. We discuss all risks with you in detail during your personal pre-operative information consultation.
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