Breast Implants & Augmentation in Turkey 

Breast augmentation is the cosmetic surgical process of reshaping or increasing the size of your breast. It involves using “ breast implants” or “ fat transfer”, this process is also common for women after weight reduction and pregnancy to achieve a more rounded breast shape or improve natural breast size asymmetry. 

Breasts are one of the most important parts of a woman’s body that increase femininity.  When the boobs are saggy, too small, or big; this may have a significant impact on women’s physique and self-confidence. This is why plastic surgery operations as a breast uplift, breast augmentation, and breast reduction are important. Every year, thousands of women have breast surgery abroad. Especially when it comes to a boobs job, breast surgery in Turkey is at the forefront as it is in all kinds of cosmetic surgery operations.

Breast implants have been the most popular plastic surgery for the last decade. Women with small breasts or after weight reduction and pregnancy mostly choose to have breast implants. 

Breast Augmentation | How is it Done? Procedure overview

breast implant before and after process

Perhaps one of the most common cosmetic operations carried out globally today is breast augmentation or as its more familiar name (breast implants). Before this surgical procedure is carried out, most women want to understand how it is done before undergoing the surgery. Here is a brief explanation 

The surgeon has to perform a couple of tests before beginning the operation, such as a blood test and a general health test, to ensure that you are safe and ready for the procedure. 

Your surgeon will administer general anesthesia to you before the procedure begins, to make sure that you are fully relaxed and do not feel any discomfort. The procedure begins with a clear incision. These incisions placement is important because that’s where the resulting scar will be after surgery.  

First of all, There are two kinds of Breast implants, fat transfer, the less likely type to be used. the surgeon can perform Liposuction, and the fat is transferred to your breast. And then, to increase your breast size, The use of silicone implants will be required, which will be inserted behind your breast muscle.

There are different ways to place breast implants:

• In the most common technique, the surgeon makes a cut (incision) on the underside of your breast, in the natural skin fold. The surgeon places the implant through this opening. Your scar may be a little more visible if you are younger, thin, and have not yet had children.
• The implant may be placed through a cut under your arm. The surgeon may perform this surgery using an endoscope. This is a tool with a camera and surgical instruments at the end. The endoscope is inserted through the cut. There will be no scar around your breast. But, you may have a visible scar on the underside of your arm.
• The surgeon may make a cut around the edge of your areola This is the darkened area around your nipple. The implant is placed through this opening. You may have more problems with breastfeeding and loss of sensation around the nipple with this method.
• A saline implant may be placed through a cut near your belly button. An endoscope is used to move the implant up to the breast area. Once in place, the implant is filled with saline.

Why get Breast Augmentation in Turkey? 

Turkey’s government actually recognize the big advancing with their medical tourism, and constantly trying to control the clinics or hospital who offer such surprises,  but here are a few side factors why you can easily get a high-quality breast augmentation in turkey  compared to any other countries:

• Turkey factor in medical tourism 

Turkey, as a location, is just a few hours’ flights away from most European countries. It would not be wrong to say that Turkey is advanced at least as much as Europe in the field of health. The most important indicator is that many people come to Turkey due to health-related issues every year and they get their operations done here successfully. People from many countries around the world, especially Europe, benefit from different health treatments here and return to their own countries.

The serious support given to health tourism by the State makes this field more and more developed every day. It is also known that the number of patients who come here for breast augmentation is quite high. Istanbul, Turkey’s most important city without a doubt, is the first choice in the country. The high-quality clinics located here easily meet the expectations.

• Quality of Doctors and equipment 

Breast augmentation is among aesthetic procedures. This procedure is a special field and only physicians who are experts in this field can perform it. The fact that Istanbul is commonly preferred in health services has increased the number of qualified doctors and clinics here. The best quality doctors of the country serve in this city and meet the expectations of the people at the highest level. This factor also plays an important role in people’s preference for Istanbul for breast augmentation.

Besides the doctors’ quality, it is known that the medical equipment used is highly developed and of high quality. Technological devices are used effectively in this field. Thus, the success rate in breast augmentation and other procedures has increased significantly.

• High-quality services and an affordable price

It is known that the health services provided in Istanbul are of high quality. This quality can only be found in a limited number of locations around the world. But it is almost impossible to find such high-quality at an affordable price as you can in Istanbul.

The amount to be paid to clinics here with even higher quality than many well-known clinics in Europe and America is extremely reasonable. People can have breast augmentation in Istanbul by paying almost a third of the amount to be paid in Europe. The implants used to come from Europe and are of high quality. In other words, poor quality products and techniques are not used to reduce costs. The wages of doctors and clinics being much more affordable in Turkey compared to Europe and the exchange rate advantage are the main reasons for these relevant costs. 

When it comes to having a boob job abroad, finance is one of the main concerns the candidates have. For those who are looking for a wallet-friendly way, Turkey is the best place to have breast implants, in addition to successful postoperative results, the country also offers affordable breast augmentation prices.

In the United Kingdom and Europe, breast enlargement costs between £3500 and £8000. This is only for the treatment and the implant to be used. When the consultation and aftercare costs are included, the prices go up about £500 – £1000 more.

The price difference between Turkey and Europe in breast enlargement is due to the difference in labor cost and operational fees. Because of the low prices, the plastic surgeons have the chance to perform much more breast augmentation in Turkey compared to their colleagues. As a result, they get more experience and come up with the best boob job results, daily life cost and the biggest factor, Turkey manufacturers most of its equipment, cutting a big cost in the process of shipments and importing technology. 

The Incision of Breast Augmentation in Turkey 

As with any surgery, breast augmentation involves making incisions. These incisions allow for a pocket to be created and insertion of a breast implant in the chest. Incision placement is important because that’s where the resulting scar will be after surgery.

You may not think that incision is important when planning your breast augmentation– but it is. 

That’s because these incisions will dictate where your scars will be once you’ve recovered from your surgery. While your scars will heal into thin, silvery lines with proper care, you should consider their placement so you can be comfortable with your final results.

The following are the types of breast augmentation Turkey offers : 

• Periareolar incision (breast augmentation nipple incision)

The periareolar incision is made halfway around the lower circumference of the areola. This allows for a well-concealed scar because it remains hidden by the slightly bumpy texture and darker pigment of the areola edge. It is preferred if your primary concern is scarring. Another reason why the periareolar incision is preferred is that it makes positioning of the implants easier and more accurate since the implants have to be placed right behind the areola and nipple.

The drawbacks of this site include a higher risk of breastfeeding difficulty, changes in nipple sensation, and infection. A study published in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery found that the periareolar incision increased the risk of nipple sensation changes and areolar pain by three times following breast augmentation. 

However, another study published in the same journal a few years earlier reported that there was no difference in sensory outcomes following when comparing the periareolar and inframammary incision.

Women with smaller areola who want silicone breast implants may not be able to have a periareolar incision. This is because the implant may not be able to fit through this incision. Those who plan to breastfeed may also not be presented with this option.

• Inframammary incision

The most common incision placement is within the inframammary fold, which is the horizontal crease where the breast meets the body (breast fold). Most plastic surgeons prefer this site because it gives direct access to the tissue that needs to be modified to create the implant pocket. The tissues can also be seen by the surgeon, making the surgery more precise. In addition, implant placement is more accurate. Any size of implant can be placed through this incision and there is a lower risk of breastfeeding difficulties and changes in nipple sensation.

Drawbacks of the inframammary incision are that the resulting scar is not as hidden. It may be clearly visible in the breast fold if you look from below, but not as visible if you’re looking straight on.

• Transaxillary incision

The transaxillary incision is placed in the armpit. Through this incision, a tunnel to the breast is created so that a pocket can be formed for implant insertion. A lighted camera called an endoscope is used to help do this. Saline implants are generally preferred when using the transaxillary approach because they’re smaller (saline implants don’t come pre-filled, so only the shell would need to be inserted), however, some surgeons can place silicone implants as well. There are no scars on the breast — only in the armpit.

The main problem with this incision is that there is less control over what tissues are modified during surgery. The surgeon doesn’t have direct visualization and implant placement can be difficult because it’s all done through the armpit, which is far from the actual breast itself. In addition, the recovery may be more intense because of the increased risk of bleeding and bruising. Revision surgery cannot be performed through the same scar.

• Transumbilical incision or TUBA

The transumbilical incision, or TUBA, is the least common approach. It is made in the belly button, leaving a scar that’s very well hidden within its folds. This also requires some tunneling for indirect access to the breasts, making it very difficult to get the accurate placement of the implants. In fact, one of the most common complications with TUBA is poorly positioned implants and abnormal-looking results. Because of its high complication rate, I do not perform this technique. It’s simply not worth the risk.

Recovery time for breast augmentation 

You should be able to move around soon after having breast enlargement surgery.

It can take a few weeks to fully recover from surgery, so you should take a week or 2 off work. You also shouldn’t drive for at least 1 week.

Some surgeons recommend wearing a sports bra 24 hours a day for up to 3 months after breast surgery (check with your surgeon).

Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for at least a month.

After 1 or 2 weeks: Your stitches will be removed (unless you had dissolvable stitches).

After 6 weeks: You should be able to return to most of your normal activities. Your scars should also start to fade.

After a few months: Your breasts should start to look and feel more natural. You may be able to stop wearing your sports bra.

It’s safe to sunbathe and fly if you have breast implants.

Before and After Photos

Cost of Breast Augmentation in Turkey 

plastic surgery in istanbul, turkey

When it comes to having a boob job abroad, finance is one of the main concerns the candidates have. For those who are looking for a wallet-friendly way, Turkey is the best place to have breast implants, in addition to successful postoperative results, the country also offers affordable breast augmentation prices.

In the United Kingdom and Europe, breast enlargement costs between £3500 and £8000. This is only for the treatment and the implant to be used. When the consultation and aftercare costs are included, the prices go up about £500 – £1000 more.

The price difference between Turkey and Europe in breast enlargement is due to the difference in labor cost and operational fees. Because of the low prices, the plastic surgeons have the chance to perform much more breast augmentation in Turkey compared to their colleagues. As a result, they get more experience and come up with the best boob job results, daily life cost and the biggest factor, Turkey manufacturers most of its equipment, cutting a big cost in the process of shipments and importing technology. 

FAQ

References:

https://www.medicinenet.com/breasts_augmentation_vs_implants_vs_lift/article.htm

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/breast-implants-augmentation

Assoc. Dr. Tayfun türkaslan

Associate Professor Tayfun Türkaslan is a graduate of Izmir Ege University Faculty of Medicine. The physician, who succeeded in the Medical Specialization Examination (TUS) in the year he graduated, started his specialization at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine, Department of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. The physician, who moved to St James Seacroft University hospital in England in 1997, worked and researched here, and continued his medical experience in our country after his specialization period. The physician, who completed his specialization after the scientific congress and certification processes abroad and was appointed to Istanbul Yavuz Selim Hospital with the title of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Specialist, worked here for almost 2 years. The doctor, who worked for 7 years at Vakıf Gureba with his old name and at Bezmi Alem University with his new name, received the title of Associate Professor in the field of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery as of 2010. Assoc. Dr. Tayfun Türkaslan; He currently provides professional medical services to his patients in Estetikport Aesthetic Surgery clinic, which he is the founder of.