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Revised March, 2024 – Resource, International Patient Center
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ABOUT BREAST LIFTING IN TURKEY
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PEOPLE WHO ARE CURIOUS ABOUT BREAST LIFT (MASTOPEXY) OPERATIONS
Q: Where are the surgical scars happening?
A: The location and size of the scars(surgery scars) depends on many factors, especially the degree of sagging. If there is a small sagging, these scars can be on the upper half of the nipple, as well as in the form of an inverted-T in excessively droopy breasts (starting around the nipple and extending down to the bottom of the breast and then continuing under the breast).
Q: How is the healing of surgery scars?
A: They usually show a fairly acceptable improvement and disappear quite a lot over time. The healing of scars depends on many different factors, such as the genetic characteristics of people and the color of their skin.
Q: Is there a loss of feeling in the nipples?
A: In most women who have undergone breast lift surgery, the sensation continues in the period after the operation.
Q: After my pregnancy and breastfeeding periods, in addition to sagging, there was a decrease in my breasts more than they normally are. Can augmentation along with lifting be done at the same time?
A: Both removal and enlargement of the breasts during the same surgical intervention is a method that is applied quite often.
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BREAST LIFTING PROCEDURE
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For the breast lifting in Turkey is done using general anesthesia, which means the patient is put to sleep and won’t feel any pain. The surgery usually takes around 3 hours. The Turkish surgeon will start the surgery by firstly marking the positioning where the nipple will be repositioned. Then the surgeon will remove excess skin from the breast and lift the breast tissue upper into a better place. Patients can also get implants at the same time while having a breast lifting surgery. Patients may have little drains in their breasts from 24-48 hours.
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SUITABLE PATIENTS FOR BREAST LIFTING
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Breast lifting surgery is suitable for women at any ages but for better results breast should be fully grown and stopped developing before the surgery. The surgery is also suitable if the patient is;
- Breasts have a flattero Breasts are unsupported and the nipple fall below the breast crease.
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- Nipples and areolas point downwards.
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- One breast is lower than the other.
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- Breasts are saggy or have lost shape and volume.
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BREAST LIFTING SURGERY IS BEST WHEN
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Breast lifting surgery is suitable for women at any ages but for better results breast should be fully grown and stopped developing before the surgery. The surgery is also suitable if the patient is;
- Physically healthy.
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- Not smoking.
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- Have sagging breasts (breasts that lost volume and shape).
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BEFORE BREAST LIFTING SURGERY
- Patients must stop taking any medication and herbal supplements at least 2 weeks before the surgery.
. - Patients need to stop taking alcohol and quit smoking at least a week before the surgery and avoid taking caffeine 48 hours before the surgery.
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AFTER BREAST LIFTING SURGERY
- Patients will attend follow-up visits to the surgeon after the first or second day of the surgery where the surgeon will remove bandages and drains in the breast.
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- Patients can feel a bit uncomfortable after the surgery for a few days.
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- To support the surgery patients will be advised to wear special dressing or bra during recovery.
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- Within 2 weeks after the surgery the stitches will be completely removed from the breast.
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RISKS OF BREAST LIFTING SURGERY
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Just like every surgery breast operation has some risks as well such as;
- Scarring – scars are permanent but fade away within 1-2 years. Rarely poor healing can cause for scars to become thicker and wider.
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- Change in breast and nipple sensation – sensation returns within several weeks but some loss can be permanent, (sexual sensation is not affected).
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- Difficulty in breastfeeding – after surgery, it is usually possible for women to breast-feed but some women may have problems producing enough milk.
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- Bleeding
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- Infection
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- Reaction to anesthesia
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- Allergy – Allergic reaction can occur to surgical tape or other materials used.
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DEFINITION OF BREAST LIFTING
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Drainage tubes – surgical instrument used to remove excess liquid like blood and pus from the body after surgery
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General anesthesia – variety of medications given to ensure unconsciousness, loss of control of reflexes. The patient is put to sleep to not feel any pain or discomfort.
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FIRST DAY
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The patients will attend consultation with the surgeon and will be advised about the procedure and their condition. The patient will then be taken through a couple of tests that are required before the surgery. If desired, patients can spend the day to rest and attend the hospital the next day.
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SECOND DAY
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Breast lifting surgery will be performed. The surgery will be performed-using general anesthesia. The surgery will take around 3 hours. Once surgery is over the patient will be taken to a private room where they will be staying for resting. The patient will need to stay in hospital for the first night after the surgery in Antalya and Istanbul Turkey.
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THIRD DAY
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The surgeon will perform a check up and if they are approved to be in a good, healthy condition and the surgery results are all successful; the patients are advised with post treatment care requirements and are ready to be discharged from hospital to their settlements.
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FOURTH DAY
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The surgeon will perform a check up and if they are approved to be in a good, healthy condition and the surgery results are all successful; the patients are advised with post treatment care requirements and are ready to be discharged from hospital to their settlements.
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SEVENTH DAY
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The surgeon will perform a check up and if they are approved to be in a good, healthy condition and the surgery results are all successful; the patients are advised with post treatment care requirements and are ready to be discharged from hospital to their settlements.
Patients must avoid heavy activities like bending and lifting. Stitches will need to be removed 2 weeks after the surgery. Patients are free to return to their destination and have the stitches removed there or if they desire they can stay in Turkey and have the stitches removed by the Turkish surgeon.
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1. What is Breast lifting?
Breast lifting (Mastoplexy) surgery is a procedure that lifts the breast glands and re-shapes the shape of breasts usually chosen by women after pregnancy, breastfeeding and aging for their breasts to look more firm youthful.
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2. Who can have Breast Lifting surgery?
Breast lifting surgery is suitable for women at any ages but for better results breast should be fully grown and stopped developing before the surgery.
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3. Where are the surgical scars happening?
The location and size of the scars (surgery scars) depends on many factors, especially the degree of sagging. If it is a small sagging, these scars can be on the upper half of the nipple, as well as in the form of an inverted-T in excessively droopy breasts (starting around the nipple and extending down to the bottom of the breast and then continuing under the breast).
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4. How is the healing of surgery scars?
They usually show a fairly acceptable improvement and disappear quite a lot over time. The healing of scars depends on many different factors, such as the genetic characteristics of people and the color of their skin.
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5. Is there a loss of feeling in the nipples?
In most women who have undergone breast lift surgery, the sensation continues in the period after the operation.6. After my pregnancy and breastfeeding periods, in addition to sagging, there was a decrease in my breasts more than they normally are. Can augmentation along with lifting be done at the same time?
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6. After my pregnancy and breastfeeding periods, in addition to sagging, there was a decrease in my breasts more than they normally are. Can augmentation along with lifting be done at the same time?
Both removal and enlargement of the breasts during the same surgical intervention is a method that is applied quite often.
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7. How long do I need to stay in Turkish JCI accredited hospital?
The recommended stay in Turkey for Breast Lifting surgery is 7 days including consultation before the surgery and after the surgery.
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8. What are the risks of Breast Lifting?
Just like every surgery breast lifting has some risks such as scarring, change in the breast and nipple sensation, difficulty in breastfeeding, bleeding, infection, reaction to anesthesia, allergic reaction can occur to surgical tape or other materials used.
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9. When can I return to work?
Patients usually return to work from 2 weeks after the surgery depending on the speed of recovery. The surgeon will give advice on when the patient is ready to return to work both mentally and physically.
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10. How can I reduce swelling?
Drinking plenty of water and keeping hydrated is a good way to reduce swelling together with getting a lot of rest.
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11. How long does Breast Lifting surgery take?
Breast lifting surgery usually takes up to 3 hours and done using general anesthesia.
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12. How long do I need to stay in Turkey?
The recommended stay in Turkey is 3 days including consultation before the surgery and after the surgery.
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13. What are devices used in Breast lifting?
There are no special technical devices used in a breast lifting surgery.
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14. How long should I stay in Turkey to complete full treatment?
Stay in Turkish hospital is 1 day on outpatient basis and 7 days in Turkey.
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