Breast Augmentation

Augmentation mammoplasty, also known as breast augmentation surgery, is a surgical procedure to increase breast volume. In this procedure, breast implants are placed under the breast tissue or under the chest muscles.

In this way, the desired increase in breast size can be achieved and a fuller appearance can be achieved. Our clinic performs these procedures in a special way for people.

What Are the Goals of Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation can be preferred for many different reasons. For example, having one breast smaller than the other or having naturally small breasts can affect a person’s self-confidence.

Also after breast cancer surgery breast augmentation surgery can be preferred within the breast aesthetics operations. It should also not be forgotten that it is necessary to establish open communication in order to have realistic dreams about breast augmentation and subsequent surgery.

In this way, you can manage the pre- and post-operative process more comfortably by taking the right steps to achieve the desired result. Our clinic helps to get the best results by following the whole process from the beginning to the end in a special way for you.

Types of Implants Used in Breast Augmentation Operations

During the breast augmentation operation, the body’s own adipose tissue and stem cells can be used, as well as silicone implants can be preferred.

The adipose tissue taken from the body is taken from the abdomen or waist area and then injected into the breast tissue. These fat cells need blood vessels to survive and hold on.  Therefore, it is transfered together with stem cells. Unfortunately, fat and stem cell injections can never provide the desired level of volume in the breast.

One option within the scope of breast augmentation surgery is implants. These are filled with silicone gel in a silicone case. Thus, the volume desired by the people is also obtained.

How to Prepare for Breast Augmentation Operation?

Before breast augmentation surgery, your preferences about the desired size, tactile feel and appearance are discussed in detail with your plastic surgeon. Our clinic carefully evaluates your breast structure and determines the types of implants and surgical techniques that are suitable for you. These are, in general terms,

• Straight
• Textured
• Round
• It is divided into types such as teardrops.

If you smoke, we recommend that you quit before surgery. In addition, it should not be forgotten to mention all the medications you use during the consultation with your doctor. If there are medications such as blood thinners or painkillers, your surgeon may ask you to stop them before surgery.

It is important not to eat or drink anything after 12 p.m., the day before surgery, to prevent possible complications during general anesthesia. Apart from these, our clinic also provides the necessary information on other issues.

Things to Know Before Breast Augmentation Operation

Breast implants are not a solution to correct sagging breasts. If you want to lift your breasts, you may need a breast lift operation called mastopexy in addition to breast augmentation. This procedure aims to reshape the breast tissue and remove sagging. It is imperative to remember this before evaluating the results before and after breast augmentation.

In addition, it should be noted that breast implants will not last a lifetime. Although the implants used are guaranteed for life, our body is deformed over the years and the breast tissue on the prosthesis may sag over time. Generally, about 10-15 years is recommended as a renewal period for these surgeries. After the implant is inserted, implant rupture, which is a rare condition such as rupture or leakage of the implant, may occur. However, thanks to the new generation advanced prostheses, there is almost no possibility of this being seen.

In addition, the weight gained or lost after the successful completion of the surgery can lead to changes in the appearance of the breasts. Such situations may require surgical intervention again in the future. In addition, breasts will continue to change naturally with the aging process. For this reason, people who have undergone breast aesthetic surgery should be in regular contact with their doctors.

How is Breast Augmentation Operation Performed?

Many people ,before starting the application,often asks about the How to do breast augmentation? subject. To place the breast implant, your surgeon may make a single incision in one of three different areas. These are as follows.

• In the fold located under the chest
• Under the arm
• Around the nipple

After the incision is made, the surgeon removes the breast tissue from the muscles of your chest and connective tissue. This process creates a pocket in front of or behind the muscle outside the chest wall (pectoral muscle). The surgeon places the implant in this pocket and carefully positions it behind the nipple.

After the implant is placed, the incision is sutured and bandaged with skin adhesive and surgical tape. The choice of incision site is important to minimize scar formation.

Is There a Risk of Breast Augmentation?

As with any surgical intervention, breast augmentation carries certain risks and complications. These risks include:

• Scar tissue that distorts the shape of the breast implant
• Breast pain
• Infection
• Nipple and sensory changes
• Implant leakage or rupture

Additional surgical interventions may be required to correct these complications. A few weeks after the operation, pain,swelling and bruising may occur. Although scars may fade over time, they may not disappear completely.

Compression bandage or sports bra can be use to provide additional support to the breast implants and maintain their correct position during the healing process. Our clinic guides you on which type of bra is needed. Pain can be easily controlled with painkillers prescribed by your surgeon for pain management.

Breast Augmentation Surgery: Needs, Methods, and Outcomes

When Is Breast Augmentation Surgery Performed?

Breast augmentation surgery is a popular choice for many women for various reasons. Some of these reasons include having small breasts, experiencing changes in the breasts after childbirth such as sagging or shrinking, asymmetry or disproportion between the breasts and hips, and the need for breast reconstruction after breast cancer surgery.

Silicone Breast Prosthesis

Silicone breast prostheses are specially designed implants used in breast augmentation surgeries. They are used to mimic breast tissue and achieve the desired fullness. They can come in round or teardrop shapes. The choice of prosthesis depends on the patient’s breast structure and personal preferences.

Placement of Breast Prostheses: Which Area Should Be Preferred?

The area where the prosthesis is placed in breast augmentation surgeries is determined based on the patient’s needs and the surgeon’s preferences. Options for incision sites include the armpit, inframammary fold, periareolar, and transumbilical approaches. Each incision site has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the surgeon selects the most suitable one based on the patient’s condition.

How Long Does Breast Augmentation Surgery Take?

The duration of breast augmentation surgery typically ranges from 1 to 2 hours. This duration may vary depending on the complexity of the procedure and the patient’s overall health. After the operation, the patient is usually kept under observation in the hospital for about a day until they recover from the effects of anesthesia and then discharged.

Recovery Process After Breast Augmentation: What Should Be Considered?

During the recovery process, it is important for the patient to follow their doctor’s recommendations. Some pain and swelling may occur in the first few days, but these are usually temporary. Patients can typically resume normal daily activities after about a week, but should avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting. The recovery process may vary depending on the patient’s overall health and the complexity of the surgery.

Breast augmentation surgery can enhance a woman’s self-confidence and improve her quality of life. However, like any surgical procedure, breast augmentation surgery carries risks and potential side effects. Therefore, anyone considering such a procedure should consult with a specialist beforehand.