Breast Augmentation Surgery

For most women, big and full breasts are an indispensable detail for their beauty. They may want to have larger breasts to match their clothes to their tops or to feel sexier and more feminine. However, some women may have small breasts or may need breast augmentation for various reasons. At this point, breast augmentation surgery, which has been preferred for years and is an extremely saving method, appears. With this operation, called augmentation plasty, it is aimed to increase the volume of the breasts. In breast augmentation surgeries; With breast implants placed in the lower part of the breast tissue or chest muscles, growth is achieved.

In What Kinds of Situations Is Breast Augmentation Performed?

There are many reasons for needing breast augmentation surgery. In some women, one breast may be smaller than the other. This can be a frustrating and unfortunate situation for women. In case of congenitally undeveloped and small breasts, the operation to be applied will be breast augmentation. Breast augmentation can be performed with plastic surgeons who are experts in their field, in cases of breast loss after breast cancer surgery. There are also many women who apply to the doctor because they want their breasts to be very large and voluminous. If the person is determined about breast augmentation, he should definitely contact a plastic surgeon who is an expert in his field and ask everything he is curious about the operation, down to the smallest detail.

Preferred Implants in Breast Augmentation Surgery

During breast augmentation surgeries, the body's own fat tissues as well as stem cells can be preferred. Implants and silicones containing saline are also used in breast augmentation. If the body's own tissue will be used during the operation, the fats obtained from the fat layers on both sides of the abdomen are applied to the breast tissue. However, for this method to be successful, stem cells will also need to be transplanted into the breast. Because fat tissues need to be fed from the vessels in order to adapt to their new places and become permanent. Stem cells will also provide the vascularization needed. The content of silicone implants, which is the most preferred method today, consists of silicone gel. Silicone breast implants are placed in the anterior and posterior part of the chest muscle, located behind the breast tissue. The patient's breast tissue will provide information on where the doctor will place the implant. However, wherever the implant is placed, it will not be related to the breast tissue. It does not pose any barriers to breastfeeding and childbirth, and breast cancer screenings can also be done easily. Implants with salt water content are not preferred because the patients are not very satisfied.

What You Should Know Before Deciding on Breast Augmentation Surgery

Before making a final decision about breast surgery, there will be a number of things you need to know.

• There is never any definite information that breast implants will maintain their effect for life. The lifespan of breast implants is usually 10 years. However, the lifetimes of the implants applied may differ from each other.
• After the operation, rupture may occur in the implants placed. Leakage, also called implant rupture, is a rare condition that can occur.
• If you gain or lose weight after the surgery, the shape of the breasts may deteriorate.
• Due to the deformation of the breasts with the advancement of age, a surgical intervention may be needed again in the future.
• Breast implants have no effect on preventing sagging breasts. In cases of sagging breasts, you can benefit from mastopexy, that is, breast lift operation.
• If women with breast implants are going to have a mammogram, the results can be very difficult to interpret. This will cause you to perform additional tests.
• Breast implant application is not an operation covered by health insurance. However, if there is a compulsory situation for medical reasons or if the breast is completely removed after cancer, some insurances may cover such situations. However, arbitrary breast implants are not covered by insurance.
• Since breast augmentation surgeries will be costly, you need to prepare yourself financially for this situation.
• After breast augmentation, some patients may stay in the hospital for 1 night. However, there are also those who return home the same day. In some patients, a drain is placed in the breast tissue, but after a day it can be removed easily and without the need for surgical intervention. Those who have had breast augmentation surgery should not drive for 1 week.
• Breast augmentation surgeries are usually always performed using general anesthesia. Sometimes breast surgery can be performed under local anesthesia.
• Breast augmentation surgery takes an average of 2 hours.

Preparation Before Breast Augmentation Surgery

Before performing breast augmentation surgery, the patient should have a detailed interview with the surgeon. He should convey clear information about what kind of breast he wants, its size and shape. This is an important detail for patients to be satisfied after the operation. Then your surgeon will take you for a detailed examination. After this examination, in which your breast structure is carefully examined, the operation method suitable for its structure is decided. After breast augmentation surgery; You can have a round, flat, teardrop-shaped or textured breast. Your doctor will determine the shape that will best suit your breast structure. In addition, he will ask you to make a choice by informing you about the implants to be used in the surgery. Your doctor will give you an idea about the most suitable implant method. In general, the majority of patients accept his recommendation because they trust their surgeon. You will be advised to quit smoking before breast augmentation surgery. If you are using any medication, you should inform your doctor about them. In particular, blood thinners and pain relievers should be discontinued before the operation. You should not eat or drink anything after 12 o'clock the night before the operation.

How is Breast Augmentation Surgery Performed?

During breast augmentation surgery; An incision is made under the patient's arm, in the fold under the breast, or around the nipple. After the doctor makes the incision, the breast tissue and the chest muscles and connective tissue are separated from each other. Thus, a field is formed in the anterior or posterior part of the pectoral muscle (the outermost muscle of the chest wall). In this resulting pocket, your doctor places and centers the implant. If a silicone implant is placed, it must be filled with silicone gel beforehand. In saline implants, it is placed first and then filled with sterile saline. Finally, after the appropriate implant is placed in place, the incision is closed with sutures, skin adhesive is applied and bandaging is performed.

What to Expect After Breast Augmentation Surgery?

• There may be pain, swelling and discomfort or bruising in the breasts for a few weeks.
• The scars will decrease over time, but they may not disappear completely.
• Sports bras can be preferred in order to keep the breasts tight during the healing process.
• Your doctor will prescribe the necessary medications for you to be comfortable with the pain.
• For a few weeks after the surgery, you should avoid activities that will force your body physically. Especially the first 2 weeks are critical and you need to get plenty of rest.
• During the healing process, it is useful to be careful as your breasts will be very sensitive to bumps, blows or jolts.
• If the stitches applied to the area are not self-dissolving, then you will need to see your doctor to have your stitches or drainage tubes removed.

Rarely, infection may occur after the operation. If you have a chest rash or fever, you should seek medical advice immediately. Shortness of breath and chest pain may also be a sign of infection.

What are the Results of Breast Augmentation Surgery?

After breast augmentation surgery, a serious change in size and shape will occur in your breasts. Thus, your lost self-confidence is restored. If you gain and lose weight after the surgery, the appearance of your breasts will change. In this case, new operations may be needed.

As with any surgery, some complications may occur in breast augmentation. As a result of augmentation, which is a surgical procedure, some risks may arise. A scar tissue may form, which disrupts the structure of the breast implant. There may be pain in the breast, tenderness at the tip of the breast, changes in the sensation of the breast, implant leakage or rupture. If these problems arise, additional operations will be required. Before deciding on breast surgery, it should be considered very well. In addition, choosing a doctor who is an expert in this field is extremely important for your health.