Many patients seek to match breast and body size, or restore breast size and shape lost due to pregnancy, time, genetics and lifestyle. Breast enhancement procedures are intended improve breast size and shape in order to achieve a more feminine figure. In a simple breast augmentation, an implant is placed to increase the size of the breast mound. In cases where patients wish to restore the youthful, uplifted appearance of her breasts, a breast lift (mastopexy) may be recommended in addition to the augmentation. Breast reduction procedures are available for patients who feel their breasts are too large for their body. Options for breast enhancement are increasing as gel implants are becoming more available and surgical techniques become more sophisticated. Recovery is usually faster and less painful than most people expect.