Breast Lift (Mastopexy For Firmer Breasts)

· Those in Istanbul, Turkey for at least 2 weeks.
· Those with sagging and droopy breasts.
· Those with the enlarged areola.
· Those with nipples and areola pointing downwards.
· Those who wish to correct sagging breasts.

Mastopexy, also known as breast lift, is a surgical procedure performed to correct and lift the breasts that have encountered deformities. Pregnancy, weight loss, menopause, and aging cause the breasts to lose their volume and elasticity, hence the sagginess as the results.

A breast lift can be done with or without adding the implants, depending on how patients prefer. In the case where patients wish to restore the size of the breasts as well, the procedure will then be combined with breast augmentation using implants to work on both the shape and size of the breasts.

The main procedure of breast lift is to tighten the skin envelope of the breasts by removing excess skin with 3 common surgical approaches:
· Peri-areolar technique - Incision around the circumference of the areola
· Vertical short scar technique - Incision around the areola, then a vertical incision from the areola down to the breast crease
· Inverted T technique - An incision around the areola, then a vertical incision from the areola down to the breast crease, followed by a horizontal incision along the breast crease.

1. Consultation, examination, and marking of the areas to be treated
2. Application of general anesthesia
3. Incision outlines are made at the area where breast skin will be removed
4. The new location of the nipple is defined
5. Removal of the excess skin
6. Nipple and the areola are repositioned to a higher position
7. Breast is reshaped as the skin surrounding the areola is brought down
8. Breast reduction (except removal of breast tissue) technique may be done to help with the extreme sagginess
9. In the case where the breast tissue is insufficient, a small silicone implant may be placed to help
10. Skin will be stitched together by dissolvable stitches

<Advantages>
· Lifts sagging breasts
· Improves self-confidence
· Reduces under breast irritation
· Gives a finishing touch after weight loss

<Limitations>
· Potential risk of unfavorable scarring, asymmetry, swelling, bruising, fluid accumulation and few others
· May interfere with breastfeeding; Not suitable for pregnant women

· Inform the doctor of any pre-existing medical conditions and drug allergy. All medical conditions must be treated and stabilized before surgery
· Stop smoking at least one week before surgery
· Stop supplements that contain vitamin E, ginseng, ginkgo, garlic, fish oil and other ingredients that can increase bleeding during surgery
· Stop blood-thinning medications such as aspirin, NSAIDs, and warfarin. However, patients may need to consult the physician who prescribed the medicine before stopping them
· Wear simple and comfortable clothing on the day of surgery
· Do not wear any jewelry and metal objects on the face and body

· Wear a sports bra as indicated by the surgeon
· Do not smoke for at least 4 weeks after surgery
· Avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting for 3 to 4 weeks
· Refrain from physical contact with breasts for 3 to 4 weeks
· Avoid eating spicy food and food that contain a high amount of fats

Q1: Is the result permanent?
A1: Pregnancy or major weight change could cause the breasts to slowly sag again over time. Therefore, the treatment is recommended for the ones who are no longer planning to have children and the bodyweight does not fluctuate a lot frequently.

Q2: Will I be conscious during the surgery?
A2: No, general anesthesia will be administered and you will be asleep the entire surgery.

Q3: How do I prepare for surgery?
A3: In order to avoid complications, it is best that you stop smoking, drinking, taking hormonal pills, herbal supplements, and other medicines not prescribed by your doctor. If you have any illness, you must obtain a surgical clearance from your medical specialist.

Q4: How long do I need for recovery?
A4: Recovery depends on your healing process, for at least 3 weeks. However, if you have a physical labor-intensive job you will not be able to go back to work until after 6 weeks post-surgery.

Q5: Can I still breastfeed my children?
A5: Breast lift often does not affect breastfeeding in the future but please also consult your surgeon about it.

Q6: Will there be scars?
A6: The pinkish scars may appear on the suture lines (hidden under the bra line) in the first month, then they would fade and become less visible.

Q7: When will the final form be?
A7: The final form can be observed after 6 months.

[Clinic Name] Dr. Oyku Celen, Skin Health Clinic
[Location] Istanbul, Turkey
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] 1 min walking distance from Tattoom Gallery and a 10 mins drive from Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday to Friday (9:00AM - 6:00PM); Saturday (10:00AM - 3:00PM)