Breast reduction in Turkey

Table of contents:

-What is breast reduction surgery and what does it do?

-Breast reduction consultation for finding the best way to approach the procedure.

-How is a breast reduction operation performed?

-What makes someonea candidate for a breast reduction surgery?

-What is the difference between breast reduction and breast lift surgery?

-The types of breast reduction surgeries and methods.

-how to prepare for breast reduction surgery.

-What makes you a canidate for surgery.

-The possible Risks from a breast reduction surgery.

-The recvery process after the breast lift operation.

What is breast reduction?

Breast reduction, often referred to as reduction mammaplasty, is a method of removing excess breast skin, glandular tissue, and fat in order to achieve breasts that are more in proportion to your body and to relieve the discomfort that comes with having breasts that are too large (macromastia).

Patients may experience both physical and mental distress as a result of abnormally large breasts. The weight of the patient's breasts may cause physical discomfort in those who have macromastia. It may be difficult for some patients to engage in routine physical activities due to the ensuing pain. Some people with macromastia may have emotional distress or more serious mental health issues as a result of their large breasts in addition to the physical complications of the condition.

Breast reduction can still be done as an aesthetic operation even if it's frequently done to treat medical problems for women who don't have macromastia symptoms but are unhappy with the size of their breasts. Social stigmas and wardrobe issues are two common reasons given by patients who elect to get breast reduction surgery for cosmetic purposes.

Breast reduction consultation

Breast reduction, often referred to as reduction mammaplasty, is a method of removing excess breast skin, glandular tissue, and fat in order to achieve breasts that are more in proportion to your body and to relieve the discomfort that comes with having breasts that are too large (macromastia).

Patients may experience both physical and mental distress as a result of abnormally large breasts. The weight of the patient's breasts may cause physical discomfort in those who have macromastia. It may be difficult for some patients to engage in routine physical activities due to the ensuing pain. Some people with macromastia may have emotional distress or more serious mental health issues as a result of their large breasts in addition to the physical complications of the condition.

Breast reduction can still be done as an aesthetic operation even if it's frequently done to treat medical problems for women who don't have macromastia symptoms but are unhappy with the size of their breasts. Social stigmas and wardrobe issues are two common reasons given by patients who elect to get breast reduction surgery for cosmetic purposes.

How is a breast reduction done?

Depending on your circumstances, you might need to spend at least one night in the hospital after breast reduction surgery or you could be able to have it done as an outpatient procedure. You will receive general anesthesia in all scenarios, meaning you will be put to sleep during the treatment.

What makes you a candidate for a breast reduction?

- limited physical activity

The size of your breasts is hindering your ability to exercise and or do regular physical activities like running or jogging due to discomfort and pain caused by the movement. 

- Pain and discomfort

You’re experiencing pain and discomfort for example in your neck, back and shoulder caused by the weight of your breasts. Which are placing burden a on your back and causing you severe discomfort and pain.

- You are physically healthy

Being physically healthy and fit is necessary for the effectiveness and performance of your procedure. You need to be at an ideal or close to an ideal bodyweight, as having too much fat can make the procedure much more difficult for the surgeon. So it’s best that you start exercising and eating healthy if you have a bit of fat that needs to be gone. 

How to prepare for a breast reduction?

Here you will learn all you need to know to prepare for the breast reduction operation you’ll be having

-Getting a checkup and testing before the operation

 Depending on your age, medical history, and the particular operation, preoperative testing may involve a breast exam, mammography, chest X-ray, blood tests, and other procedures. A mammogram should be obtained no later than six months prior to breast reduction surgery, and another one should be obtained following the procedure, once your body has healed. These baseline exams are crucial for tracking breast health and identifying any changes in subsequent mammograms.

-Losing excess weight and quitting smoking

Give your body the best opportunity to heal effectively and prevent complications by quitting smoking and, if necessary, decreasing weight. Smoking hinders the healing process and raises your chance of problems following surgery. Healing benefits can be shown even after a brief cessation of smoking. Improve your health before surgery to hasten your recovery—go on an exercise regimen, eliminate excess weight, and eat a balanced diet.

-take time off work

Make sure to take enough time off your work. Make sure to discuss with your boss that you will be leaving for a certain period of time. The trip to turkey and operation preparation and recovery usually only last for up to 3 weeks, but it could take 4 or 5 weeks depending on circumstances. Make sure to discuss this with your supervisor or boss.

-Make sure to have help

You will require transportation following your breast reduction treatment, someone to pick up your prescription medication, stay with you for the first 24 hours, and someone to bring you to your first post operation appointment, which is scheduled for around three days after surgery. Make sure you have someone to watch your children, right after your breast reduction if you have any at home. Additionally, make a plan to ensure that you have someone that will help you and take care of all household duties until you recover enough to resume your normal activities.

-Acquire a sports bra or medical corset

Purchase a few sports bras before undergoing breast reduction surgery. Your recovery will be aided by the compression and support of a sports bra. You'll need to size down to accommodate your new, smaller cup size while also allowing for bandages and swelling. A good approximation is about one cup size smaller than your present size. Because you'll need to wear it nonstop for roughly six weeks, make sure it's comfortable. Purchase one with a front closure but without underwire because it can be too difficult to pull one over your head or over your back.

-Stop the intake of certain medications

Talk to your doctor about using any supplements or drugs. Aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as those for arthritis, are likely to be discouraged by your doctor. Additionally, stay away from blood thinner products like vitamin E, fish oil and others. These drugs and nutritional supplements may make you bleed more during surgery. When it is okay for you to begin taking these medications or supplements throughout your recuperation, check with your doctor.

-Preparing for recovery

Make sure to prepare your hotel room for the recovery, setting up the area where you will rest and recharge in is crucial. Your phone, prescription painkillers, and activities like reading material or movies to watch should all be easily accessible. You should also wear comfortable clothing, such as loose-fitting button-down shirts and slip-on shoes that are simple to put on and take off. Additionally, keep clean washcloths and gauze on hand.

What is the difference between breast reduction and breast lift?

Aside from the regular mammoplasty breast reduction, there is the breast lift aka mastopexy through which your breasts can be altered in shape with a breast lift. The procedure involves the surgeon raising and reshaping the breasts by removing extra skin tissue. If your breasts are drooping, you might benefit from a breast lift. Or if your nipples are pointing downward and are lower than they should be.

Breast lift surgery does not enlarge the breasts. However, if you decide to, your surgery can be combined with a breast augmentation.

Mastopexy (Breast Reduction) modifies the volume of the breasts independent of their size or form, whereas mammoplasty primarily aims to shrink the breasts by removing extra skin and tissue. However, despite having similar techniques for tissue excision and skin incision patterns, mastopexy and mammoplasty differs mostly in the volume of breast tissue removed. Therefore, mastopexy and mammoplasty are essentially the same treatment; however, mastopexy is only carried out on individuals who have abnormally large breasts.

What are the methods used in breast reduction surgery?

1- LIPOSUCTION FOR BREAST REDUCTION 

Breast reduction using liposuction is a speedier, less intrusive surgery with little scarring and long-lasting benefits. If you want little to moderate changes in breast size, if the majority of your breast tissue is fatty tissue, and if your skin is elastic, liposuction may be a possibility for you.With liposuction, breast shape and contour, including the placement of the areola and nipple, will not change even though the breast's size will be lowered. One of the surgical treatments listed below may be the ideal if you want a lift, breast form change, or symmetry. 

2- LOLLIPOP BREAST REDUCTION

Two incisions are necessary for the lollipop breast reduction. One is located at the areola's edge, and the other extends from the areola's lower edge to the crease beneath the breast. Although there is greater scarring after this treatment than after liposuction, the scars are beneath the breast and are typically hidden by clothing or the breast's natural contour.

3- ANCHOR BREAST REDUCTION

The shape of the incision pattern specifically designed for the anchor breast lift gives it its name. The incision pattern looks like an anchor turned on its side. Another name for it is an inverted-T breast lift.Three incisions are necessary for this method. Around the perimeter of the areola, one incision is made. A vertical incision that runs from the areola to the inframammary crease is made next to the edge of the breast where it meets the chest. The third involves an inframammary crease incision that is horizontally curved.The surgeon will when necessary remove additional tissues through these incisions. It will be tightened and elevated. The areolae will be shifted to a higher altitude. The size of the areola can also be lowered after breast-lift surgery. The surgeon will use sutures to close the wounds once the breasts have been reshaped.

What is the recovery process of Breast Reduction in Turkey?

After the operation you should be expecting some swelling and soreness which usually lasts for a few weeks after surgery. Along with some bruising. Depending on what your surgeon says you might need to wear a corset or sports bra for a certain period of time. It is advised to take a week or two off to rest and recover. 

What are the costs of breast reduction in Turkey?

Turkey is one of the most popular countries to undergo this surgery due to its cost-effective services and high success rates. The cost of breast reduction surgery in Turkey ranges between $1,700 and $6,000, depending on your surgeon’s experience and qualifications.

What are some possible risks from breast reduction?

The risks that could emerge after a breast reduction surgery are similar to what could happen from any typical procedure that involves surgery.  Such as:

- Infections

Your after surgery wounds may get infected from improper handling and care of the wound. These infections can cause symptoms such as swelling and a fever. But do not worry, because our medical care would not make such a mistake and let your wounds go uncared for. You will receive the best care there is during and after your surgery. Insuring nothing like that ever happens to you. 

-Loss of sensations in the nipple 

You could lose all your sensation and feel in the nipples. But this happens rarely, and with the superb expertise of our doctors the chances of this happening are almost gone.

- Surgery Scarring

 Some scars will persist after the surgery, being the shape of whatever type of breast reduction technique you chose to get performed. Although your doctors will make sure to make the scars as minimal as possible. The scars will be hidden under your breasts as well, not being too obvious.