Breast Reduction in Turkey

Breast reduction in Istanbul Turkey, also known as mammoplasty, is a procedure to remove excess breast fat, glandular tissue and skin to achieve a breast size more in proportion with your body and to alleviate the discomfort associated with excessively large breasts (macromastia).

Disproportionately large breasts can cause both physical and emotional distress for patients. Patients with macromastia may experience physical discomfort resulting from the weight of their breasts. The resulting pain can make it challenging for some patients to perform common physical activities. Along with the physical ailments of macromastia, some patients may suffer from emotional distress or more significant mental health problems as a result of their large breasts.

Although breast reduction is often performed to address medical issues, patients who do not have the symptoms of macromastia but are unhappy with the size of their breasts can still pursue breast reduction as an aesthetic procedure. Patients choosing to undergo breast reduction surgery for cosmetic reasons may cite any number of factors, including social stigmas and wardrobe concerns.

Breast Reduction| How is it done? Procedure overview 

Breast reduction ( reduction mammaplasty) surgery is an operation to remove excess fat, tissue, and skin from your breasts. You should consider breast reduction surgery if you have large breasts that are out of shape with the rest of your body and are causing you neck pain, back pain, or other symptoms. Many women who get breast reduction are really pleased with the results.

Before you enter the operation room, first you should have a consultation with your doctor, he would explain the procedure briefly and will ask you a couple of questions, like which medication are you taking, what is your expectation for your breast reduction. 

Since it’s a surgical operation, then breast reduction requires anesthesia, most surgeons use general anesthesia for breast reduction, So you will be completely asleep and pain-free. 

Breast reduction surgery will take about 2 to 5 hours, sometimes longer. 

There are a few ways to do breast reduction but the doctor will choose which type is suitable for you, Depending on the size and shape of your breast and how much excess tissue and fat they need to extract. 

• Liposuction. The surgeon will make tiny cuts in the skin and insert a thin tube that sucks fat and fluids from your breast attached to a vacuum. “For minor reductions and for people whose skin can “snap back” into place, this choice is better. 
• Vertical or “lollipop”.  This approach is for mild breast reduction and noticeable sagging, The surgeon will make cuts under your breast around your areola and down to the crease, remove additional tissue and fat, reshape the breast, and raise it.
• inverted-T or “anchor”. Cuts would be made by the surgeon along the edge of the areola, from the areola to the crease of the breast, and beneath the breast around the crease. For significant reductions and for individuals who have a lot of sagging or unevenness, this form of surgery is safest.

Why get breast reduction in turkey? 

Breast reduction in Turkey is one of the most popular specialties for medical tourism among international patients. Most of the Local hospitals in Turkey provide this procedure, and a breast reduction in Turkey is represented by the best hospitals and doctors that have proved themselves as world level specialists in this field. 

All the procedures conducted within plastic in Turkey are made according to the international quality standards and for low prices. That is why patients all over the world prefer to have plastic surgery in Turkey.

Below are a few factors that can help you understand why Turkey thriving in the aesthetic world: 

• Government facilities 

The Turkish government has made huge investments to build up large scales of medical infrastructures, like big-city hospitals (5.000-10.000 beds) furnished with high-tech equipment and world-class facilities. The government hired top-class medical practitioners, promoted scientific research, and facilitated patients with cheaper medicine. Moreover, airport connectivity, hospital adjacent luxury hotels, tourism, and all-inclusive packages have made the country an attractive destination for treatment.

• Cost 

Breast reduction offers all those facilities to the customers at an affordable price, much cheaper than the US and EU countries. For example, the cost of rhinoplasty in the UK is around £3000-£5000, in Turkey, the cost starts from  £1500. In certain surgeries, the cost is 90% cheaper than the West and sometimes it’s even cheaper than Asia. We can barely say that the exchange rates of foreign countries, particularly the UK £ are quite lucrative. By 2023, Turkey is also aiming to build tax-free health care zones intended for foreign patients and provide price advantages as well.

• Location 

convenient to reach for patients from all over Europe with less than four flying hours.

And also Turkey has a lot to offer in terms of history, culture, shopping, and beaches, so many patients choose to extend their trip into a holiday and make the most of their time in the country. Many of the best cardiac surgery doctors in Turkey are located in Istanbul, which is a popular tourist destination in its own right. 

You’ll also find that waiting times are next to none. You should be able to schedule an appointment very quickly with any cosmetic hospital you want. 

• Visa procedure 

Turkey has visa-free access to more than 70 countries and citizens from more than 110 countries can enter without a visa. The process is very simple, time taken is short and fees are less. For example, UK citizens can have online e-visa which takes only a few minutes. And It’s around just £15.

In a nutshell, Turkey is especially famous for its superb plastic surgery and hair transplantation with a great chance to have plastic surgery in high-quality standards. Cities like Istanbul, Antalya, Ankara, İzmir, and Aydın are famous for their cosmetic surgery and transplant clinics which offer a vast range of low-cost procedures offering to the wider public. plastic surgery procedures in Turkey; include breast augmentation, breast lift, rhinoplasty, liposuction, tummy tuck, facelift, eyelid surgery, and bum lifts, etc. Packages ensure quality, accurate harvesting, minute incisions, and high-end precision.

Nevertheless to mention, packed to the edge with primeval monuments endowed with showcase scenery that overwhelms in every step, Turkey is an astounding destination that straddles Asia and Europe. Its vibrant culture, famous cuisines, and vast history are worthy to venture upon, while its glorious landscapes-from the sun-soaked Mediterranean to the mighty mountains and arid steppe-are highlights of pleasure. Roaming in cities like Istanbul, Ankara, Antalya, Izmir may all be an overpayment after the surgery. 

Breast Reduction Incision and Recovery Time 

There are three different methods of breast reduction incisions. The plastic surgeons will determine the most appropriate method of breast reduction and uplift by evaluating the size and shape of your breasts as well as your desired size and shape during your consultation.

• Inverted T or anchor pattern: Involves an anchor-shaped incision starting around the areola, going down across the breast crease.
• Circular pattern: Involves incision around the areola in a circular pattern.
• Keyhole pattern: Involves an incision around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease.

Once the incision is made, the surgeon will proceed to remove the extra fat, skin and glandular tissue and reposition the nipple to a higher and more appropriate level. Breast reduction scars can resemble an inverted “T” shape or a keyhole. Drains are then placed and the incision is stitched up and to support the reshaped and reduced breasts, your surgeon puts stitches deep within the breast tissue. Incision scars are permanent; however, they disappear or fade away approximately in a year. 

As for the incisions and scars of breast reduction surgery; because it requires an incision in the shape of an inverted T, the operation is likely to leave a scar that will improve over time through proper care and use of a scar gel.

Recovery time for breast reduction 

After waking up from surgery, you’ll have dressings on your breasts and plastic tubes may be attached to them to drain blood away.

And After 1 to 2 days, the tubes will be removed and you’ll usually be able to go home.

You may have some pain for a few days, which can be relieved with painkillers.

It’s likely your breasts will be swollen, and may feel tender and lumpy after surgery. The swelling may last for around 3 months.

You will not see what your breasts look like until the swelling has gone down.

It can take 2 to 6 weeks to fully recover from breast reduction surgery.

You may also need to take 2 to 3 weeks off work, and need help with housework, childcare, and shopping.

You shouldn’t drive until it’s no longer painful to wear a seatbelt. This may be for several weeks.

And Avoid stretching, strenuous exercise, and heavy lifting for up to 6 weeks after the operation.

Some surgeons suggest wearing a sports bra 24 hours a day for up to 3 months after breast surgery. Check with your surgeon.

The length of time you need to keep the dressings on depends on how quickly your wounds heal and for The Stitches, it will need to be removed after a week or 2 unless they’re dissolvable.

Before and After Photos

Cost of breast reduction in Turkey

plastic surgery in istanbul, turkey

When it comes to comparing prices and costs between turkey and different countries, for example In the United Kingdom and Europe, breast reduction prices are between £6500 and £8000. However, this price only covers the surgery itself as consultation and aftercare are extra expenses.

So there is a big gap between the prices of Turkey and Europe, and mostly it could be because of the difference in labor cost and operational fees. but In Turkey, This difference leads to a great advantage for doctors to perform more operations and gain more experience. With their experience in a variety of cases from all around the world, Turkish plastic surgeons are very well-trained to perform plastic surgeries with great results.  

The average price of breast reduction in Turkey is €2500 in 2020

FAQ

References:

https://www.webmd.com/beauty/cosmetic-procedures-breast-reduction-surgery

https://www.healthline.com/health/breast-reduction

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.