What is Breast Augmentation Surgery?

Breast augmentation surgery is an aesthetic operation and preferred by people who are dissatisfied with their breast shape, appearance and volume. Thanks to breast augmentation surgery, people can achieve the look they want by larger breasts. It is also an operation performed to correct the volume loss in the breast after pregnancy and make it voluminous. According to the patient’s needs during breast augmentation surgery; Breast lift can also be performed against sagging and looseness in the breast.

How is Breast Enlargement Surgery Performed?

Breast augmentation surgery is performed under general anesthesia and consists of 4 stages.

• Stage 1: The first step in breast augmentation surgery is to choose the incision site where the breast implants will be placed.
• Stage 2: Using the selected incision site, the area where the breast implants will be placed is decided.
• Stage 3: Implants that best suit the operation area are selected with the help of sizers and measurers.
• Stage 4: The breast implants are placed in the area prepared by surgical methods in the final stage of breast augmentation surgery.

Reasons for Breast Enlargement Surgeries

• Breast augmentation surgery can be performed to recover breasts that sag and lose volume after pregnancy.
• Breast augmentation surgery can be performed to increase breast volume for women whose breast structure is not developed.
• In addition to these situations, breast enlargement surgery with implants can be performed to provide breasts during the gender change process.
• Breast augmentation surgery can be performed on women who are not satisfied with their breast shape and size.

Who Can Have Breast Augmentation Surgery?

Breast augmentation surgery can be performed on people who are over 18 years old and healthy. People who are uncomfortable with the small size of their breasts or who experience volume loss after pregnancy can have breast augmentation surgery.

At What Ages is Breast Enlargement Surgery Performed?

Breast augmentation surgery can be performed on anyone over the age of 18. However, breast augmentation surgery is not considered suitable for women who plan to become pregnant in the near future, continue to breastfeed, and gain or lose weight frequently.

What are the Prostheses Used in Breast Augmentation Surgeries?

We can call the prostheses used in breast augmentation operations implants or silicone. Breast implants are divided into two groups according to their shape: round and anatomical (drop) breast implants.

• Round breast silicones are such as a hemisphere and as a result of its implanting a well-rounded appearance is achieved in the breast area.
• Anatomical (drop shape) implants, as its name signifies, are such as a raindrop. The upper part of this prosthesis is thin and the lower part is wider, and when placed on the chest, a fuller appearance is achieved at the lower part.

The breast types on which round and anatomical (drop shape) silicones will be used may vary depending on the breast type, breast tissue and structure.

How Many Days Does Breast Augmentation Surgery Take?

Breast augmentation surgery takes approximately 1.5-2 hours. After the surgery, the patient stays under observation in the hospital for 1 day and is discharged the next day. The patient is able to return to work within an average of 4-7 days.

What Are The Points To Be Considered Before Breast Augmentation Surgery?

• You should not eat or drink anything for at least 6 hours before the operation.
• Before the surgery, you should inform your doctor about all your health information such as your chronic diseases, diseases you have had, genetic diseases and medications you use continuously.
• Smoking should be stopped or reduced because nicotine slows down the healing process.
• Aspirin or similar blood thinners should be discontinued 1 week in advance with the advice of a doctor.

What Are The Points To Be Considered After Breast Augmentation Surgery?

• Antibiotics prescribed by your doctor should be used regularly.
• After the surgery, you need to rest at home for 1-2 weeks.
• Smoking should be stopped or reduced because nicotine slows down the healing process.
• You can take a warm bath 1 week after the surgery and return to your daily life by wearing the special bra recommended for you.
• Heavy sports and activities should be avoided for the first 2 months.