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BREAST ENLARGEMENT
Breast augmentation surgery or breast augmentation is one of the great solutions offered by aesthetic and plastic surgery to correct the appearance disorders in the breast area that women experience dissatisfaction with. This surgical procedure is performed to increase the size, shape and fullness of the breast and is one of the most common plastic surgeries performed worldwide. It is also one of the plastic surgery procedures with the most successful results. Breast augmentation surgery is also called "breast surgery" and is commonly known as "augmentation plasty".
The implants used in breast surgery during these operations are special materials known colloquially as "silicone". These implants are placed under the breast tissue or chest muscles and form the basis of the surgery.
FOR WHOM IS BREAST AUGMENTATION SURGERY IDEAL?
Having one breast smaller than the other, having small-sized breasts, after breast cancer are the most ideal criteria for the selection of patients for breast augmentation surgery. It is very important to have a good communication with the surgeon in order to have the right expectations after breast augmentation surgery.
WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE IMPLANTS USED?
In breast augmentation operations, one's own fat tissue and cells can be used, as well as implants containing silicone or saline. In operations where own tissue is used, the fat taken from the fatty areas on both sides of the abdomen by liposuction method is transplanted into the breast tissue. In order to stay in their new location, they need to be nourished by the vessels around them. To achieve this vascularization, fat tissue is transplanted together with cells.
Another option, implants, are materials containing saline or silicone gel in a silicone sheath. Implants containing saline are placed in the form of a sheath during surgery and then filled with sterile saline fluid.
THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE SURGERY
Before breast augmentation surgery, the patient and the surgeon discuss in detail their preferences regarding the desired size, expected sensation and appearance. Your surgeon will examine your breast structure and explain the different types of implants - flat, textured, round or teardrop-shaped, containing saline or silicone gel - or the surgical technique options available to you.
It is important for smokers to stop smoking before surgery. Because smoking also slows down the healing of scar tissue. The patient must also indicate all medications they are taking. If you are taking medications such as blood thinners or painkillers, your doctor may ask you to stop taking them before surgery. It is important not to eat or drink anything after 12 pm on the day before surgery to prevent complications that may occur during general anesthesia. It is important for the patient to know the brand and origin of the silicone implants to be used by the surgeon, and to pay attention to the use of implants that comply with international medical standards in order to prevent further problems.
HOW IS BREAST AUGMENTATION SURGERY PERFORMED?
If an implant is to be placed in the breast augmentation operation, a single incision is made at one of the three points. After making an incision in the crease under the breast, under the arm or around the nipple, the surgeon separates the breast tissue from the muscles and connective tissue of the breast, thus creating a pocket. The implant is placed in this pocket and the breast
centered behind the tip. Silicone implants are pre-filled with silicone gel, while Saline implants are placed empty and filled with sterile saline. After placement, the surgical site is closed with sutures and covered with skin adhesive and surgical tape.
bandaging. The choice of incision site is important to minimize scar formation. Depending on the general condition of the patient and the doctor's preference, an overnight hospital stay may be required. Sometimes the patient can be discharged home the same night.
In some cases, it may also be necessary to place a drain in the breast tissue to remove contaminated blood. Drains are usually easily removed the next day without surgical intervention. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. However, it can sometimes be performed under local anesthesia with mild sedation. The operation takes about 1 to 2 hours.
THINGS TO CONSIDER AFTER SURGERY
It is not recommended to drive for about a week after breast augmentation surgery. Pain and swelling or bruising can be observed up to a few weeks later. The scars fade over time, but a very light, faint scar may remain. It is necessary to use a compression bandage or sports bra to provide extra support during the healing period and to maintain the positioning of the implants. The surgeon will recommend the most appropriate one. Pain control can also be easily achieved with painkillers.
As long as it is not a physically demanding job that requires active work, it is possible to return to work within a few weeks. However, strenuous activities that increase pulse rate and blood pressure should be avoided for at least two weeks. During the healing process, the breasts may be sensitive to physical contact or jarring movements. It is very important to consult a doctor immediately, as warmth and redness in the breasts or a sudden fever in the patient may be a sign of surgical infection. Likewise, in case of shortness of breath or chest pain, a surgeon should be consulted immediately.
Breast Augmentation Surgery
- Operation Time: 4 Hours
- Permanence of Results: Lifetime
- Hospitalization 1 Day
- Sensitivity Period: 3 Weeks
- Anesthesia General Anesthesia
- Return to Work Period: 3 Weeks
