Type of Anaesthesia
General anaesthesia (in some cases sedation or local anaesthesia may be used).
Surgery Time
1.5–3 hours.
Length of Hospital Stay
1 day (most procedures are performed on an outpatient basis; patients are discharged the same day).
Recommended Stay in Istanbul
5–7 days.
Return to Social Life
7–10 days for light work and daily activities (strenuous exercise should be avoided for 4–6 weeks).
Breast augmentation (augmentation mammoplasty) is a surgical procedure that enlarges and shapes the breasts using implants or fat transfer. It is one of the most commonly performed aesthetic surgeries worldwide. The goals are to create more balanced body proportions, correct asymmetries and restore lost volume.
Breast augmentation is most commonly performed by placing an implant filled with silicone gel or saline solution. Less commonly, fat transfer (injecting fat taken from other areas of the body into the breasts) may be used.
Implants are selected based on:
Filling material: Silicone gel, saline or cohesive “gummy bear” gel.
Shape: Round or anatomical (teardrop).
Placement plane: Under the chest muscle (submuscular) or under the breast tissue (subglandular).
Incisions: Typically placed in less visible areas such as the inframammary fold (under the breast), around the areola (peri-areolar) or in the armpit (axillary).
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) describes good candidates as those who are:
Silicone Implants:
Provide a feel closest to natural breast tissue and are available in various shapes and sizes. The FDA recommends MRI or ultrasound imaging 5–6 years after placement and then every 2–3 years to monitor for silent rupture.
Saline Implants:
Filled with sterile salt water (saline). They can be used in patients aged 18 and older. In the event of rupture, the saline is harmlessly absorbed by the body.
Cohesive Gel (“Gummy Bear”) Implants:
More form-stable and firmer in consistency; designed to reduce the risk of leakage.
Fat Transfer:
Fat harvested via liposuction from other body areas is injected into the breasts. This is ideal for modest volume increases with very natural results.
Combined Approaches:
Implants and fat transfer can be used together, particularly to refine upper pole fullness and improve contour.
Consultation and Planning:
Your surgeon will measure your breasts, discuss implant size, shape and incision options, and review your medical history and medications.
Health Precautions:
Smoking and nicotine products should be stopped at least 4 weeks before surgery. Blood-thinning medications and certain herbal supplements are discontinued or adjusted under medical supervision.
Imaging and Photographs:
Preoperative photos are taken; in some cases, 3D imaging may be used to help visualise potential outcomes.
Home Preparation:
Arrange help at home for the first 48 hours. Have a supportive bra or bandage, comfortable clothing and prescribed medications ready.
Emotional Preparation:
Discuss your expectations openly with your surgeon and agree on realistic goals.
Anaesthesia:
Your surgeon will recommend the most appropriate form of anaesthesia – usually general anaesthesia, or in selected cases intravenous sedation.
Incisions:
Incisions are placed in areas that help conceal scars as much as possible, such as the inframammary fold, around the areola or in the axilla.
Implant Placement:
The implant is positioned either under the muscle (submuscular) or under the breast tissue (subglandular). If fat transfer is planned, the processed fat is injected into the breasts.
Closing the Incisions:
Breast tissue and skin are closed with layered, aesthetic suturing techniques. Skin closure may be completed with sutures, surgical adhesive or tape.
Seeing the Result:
Changes in breast size and shape are visible immediately, but final results become clearer as swelling subsides.
As with any surgery, breast augmentation carries certain risks:
For silicone implants, the FDA recommends MRI or ultrasound screening 5–6 years after placement and every 2–3 years thereafter. These imaging tests are important to detect silent ruptures.
Acute pain may occur during the first 1–5 days after surgery. This is usually well-controlled with pain medication and the use of a supportive bra. Many patients describe the feeling more as pressure and tightness rather than sharp pain.
Incisions are placed in naturally hidden areas and scars typically fade over time. However, genetics, smoking and infection can affect scar quality.
Many women are still able to breastfeed after breast augmentation. However, the risk can vary depending on implant placement and surgical technique. Placing the implant in a plane that does not damage the breast gland (such as under the muscle) generally has less impact on breastfeeding.
Implants are not considered “lifetime” devices. Over time, the risk of leakage or rupture increases. Most surgeons recommend clinical evaluation and, if needed, replacement after about 10–15 years.
A portion of the fat transferred to the breasts is absorbed by the body in the first few months. The remaining fat cells that successfully establish a blood supply are considered permanent. The body needs several months to fully adapt and for the result to stabilise.
Trustpilot
Liposuction ve karın germe işlemlerini Dr. Çelik'e yaptırdım ve sonuçlar harika! Profesyonel yaklaşımı, güvenli ortamı ve hastaya özel tedavi planlarıyla gerçekten fark yaratıyor. Kendimi yeniden doğmuş gibi hissediyorum.
Serap G
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Op. Dr. Hasan Çelik'in uzmanlığına güvenerek meme estetiği operasyonumu gerçekleştirdim ve sonuçlardan son derece memnunum. Hem doğal hem de kalıcı sonuçlar elde ettim. Kendimi çok daha özgüvenli hissediyorum
Merve Y.
Burun estetiği için Dr. Hasan Çelik'i tercih ettim ve bu kararımdan hiç pişman olmadım. Hem estetik hem de fonksiyonel olarak mükemmel bir sonuç elde ettim. İşlem süreci ve sonrası tamamen güven vericiydi.
SBeyza Ç.