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Did Carolina Loureiro have a breast augmentation? Yes, she spoke about it
Carolina Loureiro, the Portuguese actress known from TVI soap operas, had a breast augmentation in 2016 and later talked about it openly in the magazine Lux. She spoke about nerves, self-esteem and support for other women. Here is what she said and what the operation involves today.
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The main points in 30 seconds
- Carolina Loureiro had a breast augmentation in 2016 and talked about it in an interview with Lux magazine in January 2017.
- She said she did not hesitate, was only a little nervous, her self-esteem went up, and she gives other women 100% support.
- Breast augmentation is done under general anaesthesia, takes 1.5–3 hours, and needs one day in hospital.
- Non-physical work is possible after 7–14 days, and fitness and swimming return after 4–6 weeks.
- At City Medical Centre breast augmentation costs $4,700, and the first consultation is free.
Key facts about the procedure
- Back to work7–14 days
- Stay in clinic1 day
- AnaesthesiaGeneral
- Fixed price$4,700
I didn't hesitate, I was just a little nervous. If you don't feel good, or you think you could be better than you are, I give you 100% support and I'm completely in favour. I didn't feel bad, but my self-esteem went up a little.
What did Carolina Loureiro say about her breast augmentation?
In March 2016 Lux reported that Loureiro had had a breast augmentation about a month earlier and, according to her, had a post-operative period without any problems. In January 2017, still satisfied with the result, she told Lux: “I didn't hesitate, I was just a little nervous. If you don't feel good, or you think you could be better than you are, I give you 100% support and I'm completely in favour. I didn't feel bad, but my self-esteem went up a little.”
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WhatsAppShe added that she had never had cosmetic treatments to keep in shape, only exercise and a good diet. That is all we rely on here. Everything below about implants, techniques and recovery describes breast augmentation in general, not her operation; we do not name clinics or doctors.
Why her words matter
Loureiro did not describe a dramatic story. She said she had not felt bad about herself before, was a little nervous, and that her confidence grew. That calm, practical tone is close to how many patients actually experience the decision: not a rescue, but a considered choice about their own body.
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Her support for other women came with a condition that is worth keeping: the decision should come from how the person feels, not from pressure. A good consultation starts exactly there, with what the patient wants and what is realistic for her anatomy.
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How breast augmentation is done today
Breast augmentation is performed under general anaesthesia and takes 1.5–3 hours, with one day in hospital. The size, shape and profile of the implants are chosen together with the surgeon. The main options:
- Filling — silicone or saline implants.
- Shape — round or anatomical (teardrop) implants.
- Surface — smooth or textured.
Breast augmentation
- What it does
- Increases volume with implants
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $4,700
Breast lift without implants
- What it does
- Raises and reshapes the breast
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $4,700
Breast lift with implants
- What it does
- Lift plus added volume
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $5,400
Implant removal
- What it does
- Removes existing implants
- Price at City Medical Centre
- $3,300
At City Medical Centre the price includes anaesthesia, the inpatient stay and a year of follow-up by the plastic surgeon. Implants last about 10–15 years, until replacement.
Who is it for, and how to prepare
Breast augmentation is chosen for small or asymmetric breasts, or to restore volume after weight changes or breastfeeding. After childbirth it is best to wait at least 6–12 months after the birth and after breastfeeding has ended. Before surgery patients have blood tests, a coagulation panel, infection tests, an ECG, a chest X-ray and a breast ultrasound.
Aspirin-type drugs, steroids and hormonal drugs are stopped in advance, oral contraceptives at least a month before, always in agreement with the doctor.
Recovery after breast augmentation
Moderate discomfort is usual on days 1–3, much less by days 5–7 and gone by weeks 2–3. Non-physical work is possible after 7–14 days, walks after 1–2 weeks, fitness and swimming after 4–6 weeks and strength training after three months. Compression garments are worn for 4–6 weeks.
Swelling settles in about a month, full recovery takes 3–6 months, scars fade in 6–12 months and sensitivity usually returns within 3–12 months. Possible complications include hematoma, seroma, infection, changes in nipple sensitivity, capsular contracture and asymmetry, which is why follow-up matters.
How recovery after breast augmentation usually goes
- Day of surgeryGeneral anaesthesia, 1.5–3 hours; one day in hospital.
- Days 1–3Moderate discomfort; compression garment on.
- Days 5–14Discomfort decreases; non-physical work after 7–14 days.
- Weeks 4–6Swelling has largely settled; compression garments come off; fitness and swimming return.
- Month 3Strength training is allowed again.
- Months 3–6Full recovery; the breast shape settles.
- Months 6–12Scars fade and sensitivity usually returns.
Breast augmentation at City Medical Centre
City Medical Centre performs breast augmentation, breast lifts, reductions and implant removal for international patients. The first consultation is free; the final cost is fixed in the contract. More details are on the breast augmentation page.
To be clear: City Medical Centre has no connection with Carolina Loureiro or her treatment. Her story is simply a well-known example of someone who spoke openly about the operation.
Frequently asked questions
When did Carolina Loureiro have her breast augmentation?
Lux reported in March 2016 that she had had the operation about a month earlier. She talked about it in an interview with Lux in January 2017.
What did she say about the decision?
She said she did not hesitate, was only a little nervous, and that her self-esteem went up a little. She also said she supports women who feel they could be better.
How long do breast implants last?
Usually about 10–15 years, until they are replaced. The surgeon discusses the plan for follow-up and replacement at the consultation.
How much does breast augmentation cost at City Medical Centre?
Breast augmentation costs $4,700, a breast lift with implants $5,400. The price includes anaesthesia, the inpatient stay and a year of follow-up.
When can I go back to sport?
Fitness and swimming after 4–6 weeks, strength training after about three months, if the surgeon agrees.
Sources
What the article says about the celebrity is based only on these public statements.
Medical background and further reading
General information about the procedure from health authorities and medical societies. It is not advice for any individual patient.
- PubMed / NCBI — Recognizing and Managing Breast Implant Complications: A Review (Int J Womens Health, 2025)
- PubMed / NCBI — Outcomes in primary breast augmentation: 1539 consecutive cases (Plast Reconstr Surg, 2015)
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Breast Augmentation
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration — Breast Implants
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