Breast aesthetics is the general name for surgical procedures concerning the volume, shape, position and symmetry of breast tissue; it is also known in everyday language as chest aesthetics. In medical terminology these operations are grouped under the heading "mammoplasty". At the examination in Antalya, the aim is to determine the appropriate approach for a result that is in harmony with the person's body proportions and looks natural.
The main procedures evaluated within breast aesthetics:
Complaints that look the same can stem from different causes. The table below offers a general roadmap; the method suitable for an individual can be determined only through an examination.
| Complaint | Approach that may come into consideration |
|---|---|
| Low breast volume, asymmetry | Breast augmentation |
| Sagging, with sufficient volume | Breast lift |
| Volume loss together with sagging | Evaluating a lift and an implant together |
| Large breasts; back, neck and shoulder complaints | Breast reduction |
| Inverted nipple | Inverted nipple correction |
| Enlargement of breast tissue in men | Gynecomastia surgery |
Augmentation with an implant (prosthesis) is the main way to increase volume. The type, size and placement plan of the implant are determined by measuring the width of the chest wall, skin elasticity and the existing breast tissue.
The Preserve approach is not an implant brand but the way the implant pocket is prepared: the pocket is prepared without cutting the chest muscle. Details are on the Preserve Breast Augmentation page.
Approaches without an implant are the lift and reduction operations, in which sagging is corrected. For a limited need for volume, fat injection, in which the person's own fat tissue is used, may also be considered; however, the volume that can be obtained is limited, and part of the fat may be absorbed by the body over time.
Breast operations for aesthetic purposes are generally planned after the ages at which breast development has been completed. For operations aimed at physical complaints, such as breast reduction, an earlier evaluation can be made depending on the severity of the complaint. There is no upper age limit; the decision is made according to general health status. For those under 18, parental consent and a detailed assessment are required.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding change the volume and shape of breast tissue. For this reason, it is recommended to wait for a period after breastfeeding has ended so that the breast reaches its final form; this period is determined individually at the examination.
The effect on breastfeeding varies according to the method: augmentation with an implant does not prevent breastfeeding in most cases; with lift and especially reduction operations, breastfeeding capacity may be affected because the mammary gland and ducts are affected. If you are planning a pregnancy in the near future, you must mention this at the examination.
As with every surgical procedure, breast aesthetics carries certain risks. Being aware of them is necessary for a sound decision:
This list does not cover all possibilities. Your personal risk profile, medical history and current health status are assessed in detail at the examination and shared with you as part of the consent process.
Breast aesthetic operations are assessed and performed by specialists in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery.
Operations for aesthetic purposes are generally planned after the ages at which breast development has been completed. There is no upper age limit; the decision is made according to general health status.
It varies according to the method. Augmentation with an implant does not prevent breastfeeding in most cases; with lift and reduction, breastfeeding capacity may be affected. It is important to mention your pregnancy plans at the examination.
It varies according to the procedure: breast augmentation generally takes 1–2 hours, lift 2–3 hours and reduction 2–4 hours.
Sleeping on the back is recommended in the first weeks. The transition to sleeping on the side and on the stomach is determined by the physician according to the operation performed and the healing process.
Sea and pool are recommended after wound healing is complete and the physician has given approval. Scars need to be protected from the sun in the first months.
The change achieved is long-lasting; however, aging, weight changes, pregnancy and gravity continue to affect breast tissue. Implants are not considered devices with a lifetime guarantee; regular check-ups are recommended.
Every surgical incision leaves a scar. Incisions are planned in the least visible areas possible; the appearance of the scar fades over time depending on the person's skin structure.
They can be planned together in cases where this is considered appropriate. In the decision, the duration of surgery, general health status and safety are evaluated together.
Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. A graduate of Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine; he completed his specialty training at the University of Health Sciences, Afyonkarahisar Health Application and Research Center. He works at Antalya Yaşam Hastanesi (Şirinyalı, Muratpaşa / Antalya).
