Breast Lift
Breast tissue looses its shape over time due to factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding and gravity. Although this process varies in every person, it is an inevitable end. Sagging and unfirm breast look may lead to women’s unhappiness. In this case, breast lift surgery may be a good option for you. If you are happy with the breast size when you are wearing a bra but when you take it off complain from sagging, than breast lift surgery may be a good option for you. Having a more upright and fuller breast shape will always increase your self-confidence. Many women have concerns about the surgery to be performed prior to breast lift surgery.
What is Breast Lift?
Breast lift surgery aims to correct the bad appearance caused by sagging breasts. In this surgery, excess skin tissues formed by sagging are removed. The breast tissues that have sagged downwards are moved upwards towards their previous places. At the same time, the nipple is raised to the required level.
A detailed examination of the patients should be performed before breast lift surgery. Breast sagging may be in different amounts and shapes in each patient. After the medical examination, it can be decided with which technique the patient will undergo breast lift. The aim of breast lift surgeries is to create a breast that the sagging is removed and the nipple is where it should be. In addition, an essential point is to perform the surgery in a way to leave the minimum scar.
Here, it is decided how big an incision will be made according to the shape of the patient’s breast. Breast lift surgeries are performed under general anaesthesia and last an average of 2-3 hours. Drains are placed in each breast during the surgery. One night hospitalisation is required after the surgery. Drains are removed in an average of 3 days. You can usually travel within 10 days after the operation.
Arm Lift at a glance
Below you can find detailed technical information that will help you learn more about the surgery. This information is general and may vary according to the operation and its combinations.
Duration of Treatment
7 Days
Duration of Treatment
3 Hours
Anaesthesia
General
Result
1-6 Months
Sleeping Position
1 Week face up
Driving
10 Days
Shower
7 Days
Travel
10 Days
Back to work
14 Days
Exercise Restriction
2 months
Why do people have breast lift surgery?
Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery
We’re with you at every step of the operation.
Here you will find some useful information that will help you prepare for your plastic surgery, prepare the necessary setup to avoid any problems that may arise, and make the necessary arrangements to ensure that everything goes smoothly during your stay in Turkiye.
Your journey for your aesthetic surgery will begin with a consultation with our famous aesthetic surgeon in Istanbul. This meeting will last about 30 minutes.
During your in person consultation with our famous plastic surgeon Dr. Burak Pasinlioğlu, you can ask all the questions you have in mind about the operation. It may be a good idea to write down all your questions before the consultation. Our doctor will get familiar with all your expectations and provide you detailed information about this subject by determining what is possible for your anatomy. In addition, our doctor will explain to you how the operation process will proceed after answering all your questions.
It is important to consider the following before you turn up for your cosmetic surgery.
Quit smoking: Smoking reduces blood flow in the skin. For this reason, we recommend that you quit smoking six weeks before the operation and during the recovery period in order to have a faster recovery process after the operation.
Minimise alcohol: Try to minimise alcohol drinking before the operation. Do not drink alcohol on the day of the operation or stop drinking a few days before. After the operation is completed, you are not allowed to drink alcohol until the medication given to you is finished. Our doctor and team will warn you about this.
General anaesthesia: Your operation will be performed under general anaesthesia. Eat eight hours before the operation. Don’t drink water or eat less than six hours before the operation.
On the day of your operation, our transfer vehicle will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the hospital where the operation will take place. Before the operation, you will have a preliminary in person meeting with our doctor and our team once again. As a result of this preliminary meeting, drawings will be made and photos will be taken according to your expectations.
Your aesthetic surgery will end with drawing being made, check of blood tests, operation, hospital stay, discharge and follow-up process.
You may feel a little sleepy and tired after your aesthetic surgery. This condition will decrease after one or two hours of rest.
Our doctor will provide you information about the operation during discharge. They will explain what you should pay attention to after the operation and the use of medication. We expect you to take your medication regularly. You may feel a little sluggish and tired after the operation. This condition, can be taken under control with the painkillers prescribed to you.
During the recovery process, our teams will call you to ask about your condition and ask you for a photo. An online consultation will be made with you by communicating your recovery process to our doctor.
Are you ready for your Journey of Change?
We are here for you to plan your entire journey to make the operation you desire a much better experience for you. Considering all the details, we are always with you during your stay in Istanbul.
It is a detailed consultation with our experts about the organisation and operation.
Our famous plastic surgeon will answer all your questions in detail by inquiring your operation expectations during the in person consultation.
While renewing your body, you can evaluate all the care your skin needs with Famous Dermatologist Associate Professor Ezgi Özkur, get advice from them and start treatment.
Our doctor and nurses will check your eligibility for the operation by making the necessary medical assessment before the operation.
You will have your last pre-operative in person consultation with our doctor at the hospital. Our doctor will prepare you for the operation via drawings according to your expectations.
24 hour room service, satellite TV, breakfast, lunch, dinner and your own en-suite hospital room with en-suite bathroom for 1 or 2 days depending on the operation.
At your first follow-up consultation, our doctor will check you after the operation and tell you what you should pay attention to and the entire post-operative care process.
Our experienced staff, specially assigned for you, will be in contact with you during your stay in Istanbul after you are discharged from the hospital and will visit you whenever necessary
At your second follow-up visit, your treatment will be completed by our doctor by making your dressing. When you go back to your country, you will be told about all the procedures you need to do and pay attention to.
We will follow you closely for 1 year during your recovery process managed by our experienced team.
Frequently asked questions
You can find detailed information about the operation and organisation before you come to Turkiye. You can contact your sales representative for any other questions you may have.
Yes, breast lift surgery can be combined with procedures such as breast augmentation (with implants or fat transfer) or breast reduction for enhanced results, depending on the patient’s goals and individual anatomy.
The duration of breast lift surgery varies depending on the complexity of the procedure and whether additional surgeries are performed simultaneously but generally ranges from two to four hours.
Benefits of breast lift surgery include lifting and reshaping sagging breasts, improving breast symmetry, restoring a more youthful breast contour, and enhancing overall body proportions.
Yes, breast lift surgery leaves scars, but they are typically well-concealed and fade over time. The extent and visibility of scarring depend on factors such as the surgical technique used and individual healing factors.
Breast lift surgery is generally safe when performed by a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon in an accredited medical facility. However, as with any surgical procedure, there are risks and potential complications.
The recovery process after breast lift surgery involves wearing a surgical bra or compression garment, managing discomfort with pain medication, avoiding strenuous activities for several weeks, and attending follow-up appointments with the surgeon.
While temporary changes in nipple sensation are common after breast lift surgery, permanent loss of sensation is rare. The sensation may gradually return over time as the nerves heal.
Breast lift surgery may affect breastfeeding ability, as it involves repositioning the nipple-areola complex and reshaping the breast tissue. However, many women are still able to breastfeed after the procedure.
Breast lift surgery primarily addresses breast sagging and reshapes the existing breast tissue but does not significantly change breast size. However, combining breast lift with augmentation or reduction may alter breast size.
Yes, breast lift surgery can help correct breast asymmetry by lifting and reshaping the breasts to achieve better symmetry. However, perfect symmetry cannot always be guaranteed.
Drains are not always necessary after breast lift surgery but may be used in some cases to prevent fluid accumulation and promote healing. Your surgeon will determine if drains are needed based on your situation.
Yes, breast lift surgery can be performed on men with gynecomastia (enlarged breasts) to remove excess breast tissue and improve chest contour.
Risks and complications of breast lift surgery may include infection, bleeding, poor wound healing, changes in nipple sensation, asymmetry, scarring, and adverse reactions to anesthesia. However, serious complications are rare when the procedure is performed by a skilled surgeon in a controlled environment.
Yes, you can undergo breast lift surgery if you plan to have children in the future, but it’s essential to understand that pregnancy and breastfeeding may affect the results of the procedure.
While the results of breast lift surgery are not permanent and may be affected by factors such as aging, weight fluctuations, and pregnancy, they can last for many years with proper care and maintenance.
Breast lift surgery cannot be reversed, but revision surgery may be performed if necessary to address complications, correct unsatisfactory results, or make further improvements.
Yes, breast lift surgery can be performed without implants to address breast sagging and reshape the existing breast tissue. However, combining breast lift with augmentation may be necessary to achieve the desired volume and fullness.
Yes, smoking can increase the risk of complications and impair healing after breast lift surgery. It’s advisable to quit smoking several weeks before surgery and refrain from smoking during the recovery period.
Yes, breast lift surgery can be performed in individuals with a history of breast cancer, but it’s essential to discuss your medical history and treatment with your surgeon to ensure safe and appropriate care.
Breast lift surgery can address breast sagging and reshape the breast tissue but does not significantly increase breast size or add volume. Additional procedures such as breast augmentation may be necessary to achieve the desired fullness.
To prepare for breast lift surgery, you may need to undergo pre-operative tests, quit smoking, avoid certain medications and supplements, arrange for transportation to and from the surgical facility, and prepare your home for post-operative recovery. It’s essential to follow your surgeon’s pre-operative instructions carefully to ensure the best possible outcome.