What Is Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure that involves placing breast implants under the breast tissue or chest muscles to increase breast size.
The surgery involves making an incision, lifting the breast tissue, creating a pocket in the chest/breast area, and placing an implant in the pocket.
It is also known as augmentation mammoplasty. The surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia and takes about one to two hours. The procedure can help improve the balance of breast and hip contours, enhance self-image and self-confidence, and increase the fullness and projection of breasts.
The procedure can be done for various reasons such as to restore breast volume lost after weight reduction or pregnancy, to achieve a more rounded breast shape, or to improve natural breast size asymmetry.
How Long Does It Take To Recover From Breast Augmentation?
Recovery time varies depending on the individual, but most people can return to work within a week after surgery. Some return within a few days. To ensure a smooth recovery, it is important to follow your surgeon’s instructions and care for your incision sites three weeks 24 hours, three weeks 12 hours a day.
What Are The Risks Of Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation poses various risks including scar tissue that distorts the shape of the breast implant (capsular contracture), breast pain, infection, changes in nipple and breast sensation, implant position changes, implant leakage, or rupture. Correcting these complications might require more surgery to either remove or replace the implants.
How Can I Get Breast Augmentation In Turkey?
There are many clinics in Turkey that offer breast augmentation surgery. You can find a list of clinics by searching online. However, it is important to do your research and choose an experienced surgeon with the required board certification. You should also make sure that the clinic follows all safety protocols and has a good track record of successful surgeries. You must do an online meeting with your doctor before going abroad for plastic surgery. Dr. Furkan Karabekmez has Turkish and European Plastic Surgery Board Certificates, and his team can schedule an online meeting with him if you wish.
What Are The Different Types Of Implants?
There are several types of breast implants available. These include:
1. Saline breast implants: These implants are filled with sterile salt water.
2. Silicone breast implants: These implants are filled with silicone gel and are believed to look and feel more like natural breasts.
3. Anatomic breast implants: These implants are made of a highly cohesive silicone gel that maintains its shape even if the implant shell is broken.
4. Round breast implants: These implants provide a fuller appearance compared to stable ones and are highly preferred by women.
5. Textured breast implants: These implants have a rough surface that helps prevent them from moving around inside the breast pocket.
6. Smooth breast implants: These implants have a smooth surface and are less likely to ripple or wrinkle. You should discuss the different types of implants with your surgeon to determine which one is best for you. During the examination, Dr. Karabekmez will discuss the best choices for you.
How Can I Choose The Insertion Plan For The Breast Implant?
The insertion plan for the breast implant refers to the location of the incision and the placement of the implant in relation to the breast tissue and chest muscle. There are different options for the insertion plan, and each one has its advantages and disadvantages.
During your examination, you will discuss with your surgeon which one is best for you based on your anatomy, preferences, and goals. Some of the common options are:
• Incision location: The incision can be made under the breast at the crease (inframammary), in the armpit (transaxillary), or around the nipple (periareolar). The inframammary incision is the most common and allows direct access to the implant pocket. The transaxillary incision avoids scars on the breast but may limit the size and type of implants that can be used. The periareolar incision may affect nipple sensation and breastfeeding ability.
• Implant placement: The implant can be placed either directly behind the breast and on top of the chest wall muscle (subglandular), or behind the breast and chest wall muscle (submuscular). The subglandular placement is simpler and less painful, but may result in more visible or palpable implants, especially in thin patients. The submuscular placement provides more coverage and support for the implant, but may cause more discomfort and longer recovery time. There is also a hybrid option called dual plane augmentation, where the implant is partly behind the breast and partly behind the muscle. These are some of the factors that you should consider when choosing an insertion plan for your breast implant. You should also ask your surgeon about the risks, benefits, and possible complications of each option.
The insertion plan for the breast implant refers to the location of the incision and the placement of the implant.
There are different options for each, and they have pros and cons depending on your anatomy, preferences, and goals. You should discuss these options with your surgeon and choose the best one for you. The incision can be made under the breast at the crease (inframammary), in the armpit (transaxillary), or around the nipple (periareolar). The inframammary incision is the most common and allows easy access to the breast pocket. The transaxillary incision avoids scars on the breast but may limit the size and type of implants that can be used The periareolar incision is less visible but may affect nipple sensation and breastfeeding . The implant can be placed either directly behind the breast and on top of the chest wall muscle (subglandular), behind the breast and chest wall muscle (submuscular), or partly behind the breast and partly behind the muscle (dual plane). The subglandular placement is simpler and less painful but may result in more visible or palpable implants, especially in thin patients. The submuscular placement provides more coverage for the implant but may cause more discomfort and longer recovery.
The dual plane placement combines the benefits of both techniques but may not be suitable for all patients. These are some of the factors to consider when choosing an insertion plan for your breast implant. You should also consider your implant size, shape, and texture, as well as your expectations and desired outcome. Your surgeon will help you make an informed decision based on your individual needs.
What Should I Do Before Getting Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation is a surgery to increase breast size by placing implants under breast tissue or chest muscles. It can be done for cosmetic or reconstructive reasons. Before getting breast augmentation surgery, you should prepare yourself by following some steps, such as:
