BREAST (CHEST) LIFT
Over the years, factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding and gravity cause the elasticity of the skin and connective tissues inside the breast to lose. As a result, the shape of the breast deteriorates, it begins to soften and sag. Additionally, the nipples may be wider than normal. Breast lift is a surgical procedure in which excess skin on the breast is removed and the breast tissue inside is shaped in order to reshape, lift and firm sagging breasts. At the same time, the nipple and its surroundings are brought to the required position and the width of the nipple circumference can be reduced. As an alternative method, in patients with minimal breast sagging, breast lift can be achieved by using only silicone prosthesis.
BREAST LIFT SURGERY IS MINE. IS IT SUITABLE FOR?
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 and/or breastfeeding.
If you are planning to have children, your future Since pregnancy may affect the results of breast lift surgery, please inform your doctor about this situation. Your meeting with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu will clarify the features and details of the procedure. Before going to your appointment with your doctor, make sure that you have done research on the results of breast lift surgery.
WITH BREAST ENLARGEMENT SURGERY. BREAST LIFT SURGERY IN COMBINATION
For patients who are candidates for breast lift surgery but also want to increase the size and volume of their breasts, breast augmentation surgery combined with breast lift surgery (often with silicone prostheses). ) can also be applied simultaneously. this i Both procedures can be done in one session or in two separate sessions. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu will ask you whether 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 hardness, the location of the nipple area and the elasticity of your skin must be taken into consideration; These issues will be discussed during your preoperative meeting with your doctor. In all breast lift surgeries, there is a scar around the nipple (figure 1). In some patients, it may be necessary to use a vertical scar between the nipple and the inframammary fold (figure 2), and in some patients, it may be necessary to use a horizontal scar along the inframammary fold along with this vertical scar (inverted T) (figure 3).
Once the incision is made, the underlying breast tissue will be reshaped. The area around the nipple is placed in a natural and symmetrical position and excess skin is removed to give the sagging skin a younger and more beautiful appearance. The stitches are placed 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 Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu continues your surgery until you get the most beautiful and aesthetic breast.
BREAST LIFT SURGERY AFTER HEALING PROCESS
After the surgery, 2-3 days of dressing is sufficient. While your breasts are healing, a post-operative support bra will be worn on day 1 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 ensure that any leaks that may occur after the surgery can be removed more easily. Although it varies from person to person, these tubes are removed on the 2nd day. Pain treatment is sufficient for 48 hours. The average hospital stay is 1 day. It would be good to have someone accompany you after the surgery and on the way home. You will be prescribed painkillers, antibiotics and scar reducers upon discharge.
Usually a patient's normal working life. It takes 7 days for him to return. Our patients should avoid exercise and heavy lifting for 4 weeks following surgery. You should also avoid allowing the surgical area to come into contact with water, unless otherwise stated during post-operative checks. This period is on average 3 days. Your breasts may be swollen and bruised for a few weeks after the operation. This is extremely normal. Unless the swelling in your breasts is completely reduced, you cannot see and understand the results of breast surgery 100%.
It is necessary to follow all of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu's recommendations during the recovery process of breast lift surgery for perfect results. If patients have questions or concerns after the operation, you can contact them directly on their mobile phone.
WITH BREAST LIFT SURGERY RELATED FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Will There Be a Scar After Breast Lift Surgery?
Three factors determine the prominence of the scar that will remain after breast reduction surgery. varies depending on. These are the applied technique, the person's genetics and environmental factors. To reduce the amount of scarring, the techniques with fewer scars listed above may be preferred in suitable patients. You don't have the chance to change your genetics to leave fewer scars. However, you can reduce the visibility of the scars that will remain by not smoking and by eating a diet rich in vitamin C and protein. Although it is possible to try to reduce the visibility of the scar that will remain, unfortunately it is not possible to leave no scar at all with today's technology. If methods that would leave no scars were described, for example, we would perform nose surgery directly through the nostrils rather than through them. In addition, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu also developed new techniques to reduce the visibility of scars during his aesthetic surgery specialization in Europe. After your surgery, special creams will also be prescribed to reduce the visibility of scars and the possibility of developing raised scars.
Will There Be a Problem with My Nipple Sensation or Circulation After Breast Lift Surgery?
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu has not had this type of complication in any of his patients so far. Although it has not been experienced, there is a theoretical possibility, albeit very low, that there will be 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 precisely understand the nipple feeding power of this stem during surgery, this risk is minimized with various precautions and experience.
Can I Breastfeed a Baby After Breast Lift Surgery?
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu uses a technique in his surgeries that enables the continuation of breastfeeding ability. However, due to the type of surgery performed, a decrease in the amount of breastfeeding may be observed. On the other hand, this depends on the type of surgical procedure performed, whether the patient had the ability to breastfeed before the surgery, and anatomical features such as breast size. If breastfeeding cannot be achieved after the surgery, the main reason for this may be the patient's inability to breastfeed due to hormonal or genetic reasons. Because technically, breast lift surgery does not eliminate breastfeeding, but it can reduce it. During your pre-operative meeting with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Haldun Kamburoğlu, discuss whether there is a possibility of getting pregnant in the future.
Breast lift surgery is a very common surgery. It has been reported in the scientific literature that many women's self-confidence increases significantly after having this surgery.
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