Mastopexy, Breast Lift for tits sagging. Breast Lift cost in Turkey

Glance to breast lift

Breast lift fast facts	Details
Procedure time ⏳	It depends, usually 2-3 hours
Anaesthetic type 💉	General anaesthetic
Length of stay 🛏	1-day hospital
Up and mobile 🚶🏻‍♂️	1 day later
Washing 🛁	Your surgeon will give info, usually 24-48 hours later
Travel ✈️	5-6 days later
Back to work 📅	1 week later (desk work)
Postoperative garment 👕	6 weeks
Sleeping 😴	On back 2 weeks
Exercise 🏃🏽‍♀️	4 weeks later
Full recovery 🕺🏻	6 weeks
Final results 😃	6-12 weeks

What is a breast lift in Turkey (Mastopexy)?

The breast lift, or mastopexy, is an operation intended to raise breasts and to correct the shape of the sagging breasts. The breast lift procedure is generally carried out the plastic surgeons. The desirable candidates that would benefit from this surgery are those who wish to restore breast shape after such natural changes as aging, childbirth, or weight loss. The process involves the detachment of excess skin and molding of breast tissue to have the breasts situated higher up.

Who is a good candidate for breast lift in Turkey (Mastopexy)?

• Skin Elasticity: Good skin elasticity is positive and the patients heal better and they can get nice results.

• Nipple Position: Nipples are considered excellent candidates for surgery procedures if they point downward or go beyond the breast crease when unsupported.
• Asymmetry: People who own noticeable disproportional breast differences between them could as well get a lift to bring their breasts into evenness.
• Sagging Breasts: Especially including patients who present more severe ptosis (sagging) and desire to have a more youthful breast profile.
• Non-smokers: This is because smoking can reduce the rate of breast lift healing and even cause complications.
• Stable Weight: The patients who successfully kept their stable weight are likely to be at an advantage compared to those with significant fluctuations in weight since the results can be undone by unstable weight.
• Good Health: People who are in excellent general health and without any additional medical conditions that could make it difficult for the body to heal or surgery-associated risks.
• Post-Pregnancy: Women who have faced changes in breast shape and volume sometimes as a result of pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Aging Effects: Middle-aged women, those looking to counteract the effects of aging on the position and firmness of breasts.

What should you not do before breast lift?

Before you undergo a breast lift surgery, it is important to get ready to make sure that you will be safe and the procedure will be effective. Quitting smoking is a must because it positively affects the healing process and minimizes complications by ensuring good blood circulation to the tissues. It is also important for you to weight maintain so the weight outcome not be altered by the body changes. You should also avoid the intake of any medication that may be associated with increased bleeding, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, which can cause significant issues not only during but also after the operation. Make sure you have somebody who will be there for you in the first weeks following the surgery; when you feel the weakest. 

How is performed breast lift surgery?

Surgeons when concerning breast lift (mastopexy) are focused on the highly precise approach for the highest aesthetic and functional breast lift results.

Anesthesia: The surgery administers anesthesia, mostly general anesthesia.

Incision Choices: The selection of incisions is based on the extensiveness of the lift required and the individual patient's anatomy:

Near the areola (periareolar incision), which is excellent for mild tits sagging.

Through the areola and in the direction of the breast crease down to the lollipop incision, for moderate sagging.

Along the line of the areola, and vertically down to the breast crease (the anchor incision), this type of incision is most suitable for large sagging by giving the most dramatic change.

Reshaping the Breasts: The breast tissue below will be lifted, reshaped, and repositioned to enhance the shape of the breast and to give it more firmness. The excess skin is excised and if it is necessary, the area of the areola can be reduced by removing the skin at the perimeter.

Repositioning the Nipple and Areola: The nipple and areola would be raised to a higher, younger position. However, in the case of extremely large and sagging breasts, the areola and nipple should be cut and transplanted to a higher position (free nipple graft).

Closing the Incisions: Breast lift incisions are brought together to give a new shape to the breast tissue which is now lifted. This phase is key because it affects the quality of the resultant appearance. Stitches, skin glue, or staples may be applied.

Observation and Recovery: Following the surgery, the patient's breasts will be covered with gauze or a surgical bra. The drainages (tube) may be placed to drain the extra fluid and the patient is watched till he/she becomes stable.

What to do after breast lift surgery?

Wear a surgical bra without interruption initially and for several weeks to help minimize swelling and support your breasts while they are still healing. This is critical for maintaining the shape achieved by surgical intervention and for a comfortable healing process.

Eat a well-balanced diet to promote healing. Another important measure is to maintain the water balance in our bodies by drinking sufficient water. Limit salt intake to maintain an optimal balance of fluids in the body. Manage pain and discomfort with medications that your surgeon provides.

Restrict any physical activities, especially any heavy lifting or vigorous exercise, for at least four to six weeks. Additionally, after surgery, some light walking is recommended to prevent blood clots. While sleeping on your back, you could use an incline pillow to alleviate the swelling and not strain the breasts. Beware when dealing with physical interactions such as picking up a child or participating in activities that imply extensive use of your arms and chest as that might lead to straining your surgical sites.

How long is recovery after mastopexy?

It usually takes 4-6 weeks for initial resting after a mastopexy, during which most patients turn back to their everyday life without hard gym exercises.

During this time, it is very important to strictly adhere to post-operative care instructions to minimize the swelling and to enable the proper, too. It takes quite a few months for the final shape to settle after a full recovery and new scars will be gradually softening and fading away.

How painful is a breast lift?

The Mastopexy healing process is usually characterized by moderate post-surgical pain and mostly occurs during the first 48-72 hours after the surgery.

The reaction to pain differs from person to person, but it is pretty well managed through a regime where analgesic medicines like opioids for the initial days are followed by NSAIDs (non-steroid anti-inflammatory medications) as the irritating pain diminishes. Besides, the use of cold compresses or ice packs is advised intermittently as a method of relieving local swellings and discomfort; such wrap presses should have cloth covers to avoid direct skin damage.

Does mastopexy leave a scar?

Yes, mastopexy leaves scars but surgeons place incisions in the less noticeable areas like around the nipple or along the breast's natural contours to minimize the breast lift scars appearance. However, although the scars may never fully disappear, they will fade and become less visible with correct care eventually. Another way to make the scars less obvious is by having patients strictly comply with post-operative instructions, using silicone gel or sheets for scar management, and protecting the scars from sun exposure to ensure ideal healing and scar maturation.

Why do people go to Turkey to get breast lift (mastopexy)?

A lot of people decide to undertake breast lift surgery in Turkey as it is the place where skilled cosmetic surgeons, state-of-the-art medical facilities, and relatively low costs compared to the EU countries come together. The affordability of surgery in Turkey which incorporates comprehensive packages that consist not only of the surgery itself but also accommodation and post-operative care makes it an option to be chosen by patients from other countries. Furthermore, Turkey`s hospitality and stunning tourist destinations are enabling patients to incorporate medical treatments with the possibility of leisure and recovery in a picturesque environment.

Can I breastfeed after mastopexy?

Yes, the majority of women can breastfeed after breast surgery, but significant factors should be taken into account.  The possibility to breastfeed after operation is mostly associated with the type of incision and how many tissues were transposed or excised during this treatment, which might cause a problem with milk ducts and nerves essential for lactation. Planning will better the chances of successful breastfeeding. Thus it is important to discuss your plans with your surgeon to tailor the procedure preserving as much of the milk-producing structures as possible. 

How long do breast uplifts last?

The results of breast lift surgery, or mastopexy, can last anywhere from 10 to 15 years, depending upon individual aspects such as skin quality, age, and lifestyle.

The course of aging and the force of gravity may cause sagging of the breasts to happen over time. To prolong the outcomes, controlling weight, wearing a supportive bra, and healthily living your life will be important.

At what age should you get a breast lift?

The individuals should wait until they are at least 18 years old before breast lift surgery.

This is because, by the age of 18, the breasts should already be fully developed. The same surgeons also advise waiting until the woman has finished having children and breastfeeding. The latter two processes can be very significant altering the breast shape and its volume and finally, their outcomes will be reversed. Subsequently, the assessment has to be made based on the individual details, including physical maturity, emotional readiness, and maturity regarding the pregnancy.

Do breasts look smaller after a breast lift?

Yes, breasts will look somewhat smaller after breast lift due to the removal of the excessive skin and reshaping the tissue.

This is primarily a technique used for uplifting and firming the breasts, which because of its tightening effect eventually results in a smaller size. Patients who would like to retain or increase their breast volume may consider having a breast lift combined with breast augmentation to achieve their desired outcome.

Is a breast lift a serious surgery?

Yes, the breast lift is considered a major or severe surgery. It involves anesthesia, incision, and a period of breast lift recovery as it does with any surgical procedure, and among the risks is as well infection, scarring, and changes in nipple or breast sensation.

What is a vampire breast lift?

A vampire breast lift is a non-surgical cosmetic treatment that applies PRP injections together to improve the breast's appearance. The treatment involves firstly drawing a small amount of blood from the patient, then processing it to concentrate platelets, and finally re-injecting it into the breast tissue. This technique aims to excel at the generation of new tissue, improvement in skin texture, and increase in breast firmness while using surgical incisions or downtime.

What is a nonsurgical breast lift?

A non-surgical breast lift involves a set of procedures that are not surgical and they aim to achieve a better appearance for the breasts. Generally, the non-surgical procedures include different technologies like radiofrequency, ultrasound, or lasers to tighten the skin and stimulate collagen production, this eventually leads to a subtle lift and firming effect. Being less intrusive compared to mastopexy surgery, medical lifts provide faster recovery and lower risks, but normally they do not give spectacular results.

Is breast lift safer than implants?

Yes, breast lifts are safer than breast implants in terms of surgical risks and long-term complications. Breast lift does not include any foreign materials such as implants. Therefore it is not exposed to risk factors like rupture or capsular contracture. However, both of these methods have inherent risks, which are usually the risk of the surgical intervention, such as infection, scarring, and change in the sensation. Ultimately, the final choice of the procedure should be based on the individual patient characteristics and the best choice is made after the consultation with the board-certified plastic surgeon is done.

Does a breast lift change your nipples?

Yes, a breast lift can change your nipples as well. Because, in the course of the surgery, doctors usually relocate the nipples and areolas to the higher, more central locus of the breast according to the new breast shape that can vary in size and orientation for aesthetic symmetry.

Does a breast lift tighten skin?

Yes, breast lift tightens the skin.

Because, this operation involves surgically removing the excess skin and reshaping the remaining skin in the appropriate position resulting in a firmer, and more elevated breast contour. This is the key aspect for obtaining a high-grade lift thereby improving the silhouette and aesthetics of the breasts.

Note:

You can contact Mert Meral M.D to get detailed information about mastopexy (breast lift) and to be examined.  This article is for informational and advisory purposes. The recommendations of your surgeon who will examine you and perform the surgery should be a priority. We wish you a healthy days.