BREAST (CHEST) LIFT
Over the years, factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, gravity cause the skin and connective tissues in the breast to lose their elasticity. As a result, the shape of the breast deteriorates, it begins to soften and sag. In addition, the nipples may be wider than normal. Breast lift is a surgical procedure in which the excess skin on the breast is removed and the inner breast tissue is shaped to reshape, lift and harden sagging breasts. At the same time, the nipple and its circumference are brought to the required position and the width of the nipple circumference can be reduced. As an alternative method, in patients with low breast sagging, lifting can be achieved using only a silicone prosthesis
IS BREAST LIFT SURGERY SUITABLE FOR ME ?
Anyone with sagging breasts and excess skin can have breast lift surgery. Some patients undergo breast lift surgery after losing excessive weight or having weight loss surgery. Sometimes, this surgery is preferred to correct asymmetrical breasts without using a silicone prosthesis. However, the main reason why many patients want to have this surgery is to eliminate the negative consequences of the natural effect of gravity after weight gain, pregnancy and/or breastfeeding
If you are planning to have children, tell your doctor about this as future pregnancy may affect the results of breast lift surgery. The interview with your doctor will clarify the features and details of the procedure. Before going to your appointment with your doctor, make sure you have done research on the results of breast lift surgery
BREAST LIFT SURGERY WITH BREAST ENLARGEMENT SURGERY
For patients who are candidates for breast lift surgery but also want to increase the size and volume of their breasts, breast augmentation surgery (mostly with silicone prostheses) can be applied simultaneously with breast lift surgery. These two procedures can be done simultaneously or in two separate sessions. Your doctor will ask you if you want breast augmentation in addition to breast lift surgery during your pre-operative interview
BREAST LIFT SURGERY
In breast lift surgery, many factors such as the size and shape of the desired breast, its firmness, the position of the nipple circumference and the elasticity of your skin should be taken into consideration; These issues will be discussed during your pre-operative meeting with your doctor. In all breast lift surgeries, there is a scar around the nipple. In some patients, a vertical scar between the nipple and the inframammary fold may be required
After the incision is made, the underlying breast tissue will be reshaped. The nipple circumference is placed in a natural and symmetrical position and excess skin is removed to give the sagging skin a younger and more beautiful appearance. Stitches are thrown aesthetically so that they are not visible from the outside. A typical breast lift surgery takes an average of 3 hours. However, this period is never certain. Because your doctor will continue your surgery until he gets the most beautiful and aesthetic breast
THE HEALING PROCESS AFTER BREAST LIFT SURGERY
After the operation, 2 to 3 days of dressing is sufficient. As your breasts heal, a support bra is worn on the 1st day after surgery to both support your breasts and reduce swelling. Usually a small thin tube is placed under the tissue (drain); The purpose of this tube is to allow leaks that may occur after surgery to be discharged more easily. Although it varies from person to person, these tubes are removed on the 2nd day. Pain treatment is sufficient for 48 hours. Average hospital stay is 1 day. It will be good to have someone accompany you after the operation and on the way home. At your discharge, you will be prescribed painkillers, antibiotics and scar reducers
It usually takes 7 days for a patient to return to normal work life. Patients should avoid exercise and heavy lifting for 4 weeks following the surgery. Unless otherwise stated in the post-operative controls, you should also avoid contacting the operation area with water. This period is an average of 3 days. For a few weeks after the operation, your breasts may swell and there may be bruises. This is perfectly normal. Unless the swelling in your breasts is completely gone, you cannot see and understand the results of breast surgery 100%
Complying with all of your doctor´s recommendations during the recovery period of breast lift surgery is essential for perfect results. If patients have questions or concerns after the operation, you can contact your doctor directly
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is There Any Scar After Breast Lift Surgery ?
The clarity of the scar that will remain after breast reduction surgery varies according to three things. These are the technique applied, the genetics of the person and environmental factors. In order to reduce the amount of scarring, techniques with less scarring listed above may be preferred in suitable patients. You have no chance to change your genetics to leave less scars. However, by not smoking and eating a diet rich in vitamin C and protein, you can reduce the clarity of the scar that will remain. After your surgery, special creams will also be prescribed by your doctor to reduce scar clarity and the possibility of puffy scars
Is There Any Problem With Sensation Or Circulation Of My Nipple After Breast Lift Surgery ?
As a book, there is a very low probability of having a problem with the sensation or circulation of the nipple. Because in this surgery, the nipple is transferred to its new position on a thin stem. Although there is no way to definitively understand the power of this stem to feed the nipple during surgery, this risk is minimized with various precautions and experience
How Long After Birth Can You Have Breast Surgery ?
Your ability to have breast surgery depends on your lactation rather than birth. Ideally, surgery is planned for 6 months after breastfeeding your baby for the appropriate time and completely ending breastfeeding