Breast Augmentation

BREAST AUGMENTATION - BREAST AUGMENTATION OPERATION

The chest region in the female body is one of the most important components of the beauty and aesthetic elements of the body. The breasts are the leading elements of being female. In the course of time, weight loss and sagging may occur due to weight gain, birth or delivery and aging process, or this state of sagging and relaxation may manifest itself in growth retardation or similar depending on genetic factors. In this case, the breasts of the breasts in a suitable and proportional area to be transported, breast enlargement, loose or sagging the breast in the state of the breast, ideal position and size of the breast compared to the woman's aesthetic appearance and self-confidence is extremely important in terms of self.

Surgical operation performed to increase the shape, fullness, position and shape of the breast is called breast enhancement. Augmentation mammaplasty is one of the most frequently performed aesthetic surgeries among women in the world as well as in Turkey.

Decision Process in Breast Augmentation Surgery

If the breast size and breast volume are small after the examination of your aesthetic surgeon, if there is a change in size and sagging of the breast due to pregnancy and breast feeding after pregnancy, if there is an asymmetric condition or deformation in the breasts due to birth or other factors, If deformities are present, breast enlargement (breast augmentation) surgery is decided.

Which substances are used for breast enlargement during breast enlargement surgery?

Breast prosthesis is used in breast augmentation surgery. These prostheses are divided into two groups as content, structure and surface. According to the structure, breast prostheses are divided into round and drop (anatomical). Anatomic breast implants are more similar to the natural structure of the breast. According to the content of breast prostheses are divided into two. The first of these is silicone gel prostheses and the second one is physiologic serum prosthesis. As a surface structure, breast prostheses are divided into two with flat surfaces and rough surfaces.

Are Prostheses Used in Breast Augmentation Surgery Safe?

In 2006, the American Federal Health Agency (FDA) stated that breast implants used in breast enlargement operations did not cause cancer and were safe.

How is Breast Enlargement Surgery performed?

There are 4 different incision methods in breast augmentation surgery. These are the incisions made from the lower part of the breasts, cuts from the umbilical region, incisions made under the armpit and incisions made around the nipple. Each of these different incision techniques has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the type of incision used during the surgery is determined by the cosmetic surgeon.

Implants to be used in breast augmentation surgery are placed under muscle tissue or on muscle tissue according to the decision of the plastic surgeon. Breast prostheses, which are usually applied on the muscles, give a more natural appearance to the patient's breasts compared to those under the muscle.

Breast augmentation surgeries last from one hour to an hour and a half.

After Breast Augmentation Surgery

A dressing is applied to the breast area after breast augmentation surgery. Patients are usually discharged on the day of surgery or the next day. It is important to rest for a few days following surgery. It is normal to feel pain in the breasts after the operation and this situation is controlled by various painkillers. It is normal for the patient to have swelling in the first 7 days after surgery and in some cases bruising and this situation disappears after a while. Depending on the recommendation of the plastic surgeon, patients can take a bath 3 to 5 days after the surgery. After the operation, the sutures of the patient dissolve spontaneously within 10 days. The patient can return to his / her work life between 7 and 10 days after the operation.

The incision marks on the breasts after breast augmentation surgery decrease and disappear in a period of 6 months to 1 year. After the breast augmentation surgery, a condition that may prevent the patient from giving milk is definitely not observed.

What are the Considerations After Breast Augmentation Surgery?

Patients should avoid intensive physical activity for the first 20 days after surgery. Sports activities which require intensive physical activity should not be done between the first 30 and 45 days after the surgery. Patients should avoid solarium, steam bath, sauna and similar activities within the first 2-3 months after the surgery.

Breast Augmentation Surgery Prices

Breast augmentation operations vary depending on the condition of the patient's breasts (sagging, slackness, etc.) and the type and nature of the prosthesis to be used. To get more information about breast augmentation surgery and to learn about breast augmentation surgery, you should make an appointment with your specialist.



Op.Dr.İlhan Pekdemir Who?

I was born and grown up in Ankara and completed my education and training in Ankara. I graduated from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine in 2008. In 2013, I completed my specialization in Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Ankara Numune Training and Research Hospital.

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