Breast Augmentation

Why is breast augmentation performed?

There are many reasons to have a breast augmentation operation. The fact that one breast is smaller than the other or both are small in general can cause self-confidence problems in women. If this situation causes discomfort to a person, it makes sense to consult a plastic surgeon for examination. Breast augmentation, also called breast augmentation surgery, can also be performed after breast cancer surgery. In order to have accurate information about what you will see after breast augmentation, you should communicate clearly with the surgeon and express your wishes clearly.

What are the Implants Used for Breast Augmentation?

During breast augmentation surgery, silicone or saline implants with the body’s own fat tissue and stem cells can be preferred. In autologous surgery, fat is taken from the fat layers on both sides of the abdomen and placed appropriately in the breast tissue. In order for this adipose tissue to remain permanently in its new location, it must be supplied by blood vessels. In order to create new blood vessels, it must be transplanted together with stem cells. The implants may contain saline or silicone gel in silicone. After insertion, the saline implant is filled with sterile saline.

How is breast augmentation performed?

To place an implant in a breast in a breast augmentation operation, the surgeon can make a single incision. The area under the breast, armpit, around the nipple (around the areola) are the areas where incisions can be made. After the incision, the surgeon completely separates the breast tissue from the muscle and connective tissue of the breast. The surgeon places the implant in the pocket centred behind the nipple. Saline implants are placed into the pocket empty and then filled with sterile saline. Silicone implants are already pre-filled with silicone gel. After the implant placement is complete, the surgeon closes the incision with (self-made) sutures and binds it with a surgical adhesive. The choice of incision site is extremely important to minimise scarring.

What Happens After Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation may cause pain and swelling. You can also see scratches at the end of this operation. Scars disappear over time. During recovery, you may need to wear a compression bandage or sports bra to further support your breast implants and maintain their position. Your surgeon will already recommend the products you need. Pain control is easily achieved with painkillers prescribed by your doctor. You should follow the surgeon’s instructions carefully to return to normal life. It is also important during the healing process that you do not do physically demanding work that mobilises your body. Never forget that your breasts are sensitive to physical contact and sudden movements during the recovery period. If your surgeon has opted for non-absorbable stitches or placed a drainage tube near your breast, he/she will make another appointment to remove them. A breast that is red or has a high temperature may indicate an infection caused by the surgery. In such cases, you should contact your surgeon as soon as possible. Similarly, problems such as shortness of breath or chest pain should be examined by a surgeon immediately.