Breast Augmentation
A natural-looking silhouette in harmony with your proportions.
Op. Dr. Alperen Tekin · FEBOPRAS · TPRECD Member
- Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery Specialist
- TPRECD Member
- FEBOPRAS — European Board
- Personalised Planning
- Natural Results
Breast Augmentation: A Fuller and Aesthetic Silhouette
Breast augmentation surgery is a surgical procedure performed to increase the size of the breasts, increase their fullness and give them an aesthetic appearance. It is usually performed using breast implants or one’s own fat tissue. Breast augmentation surgery is a popular aesthetic procedure preferred for aesthetic concerns or to compensate for volume loss after childbirth, breastfeeding.
What is Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation is an aesthetic procedure performed to increase the volume of the breasts and provide a symmetrical appearance. This procedure is performed using silicone implants or one’s own body fat. It allows women to have a fuller and more feminine silhouette.
Who Can Have Breast Augmentation Surgery?
Breast augmentation surgery may be preferred for the following reasons:
- Small Breast Volume: Individuals with genetically small breasts.
- Volume Loss: People whose breast volume decreases after childbirth, breastfeeding or weight loss.
- Asymmetric Breasts Individuals who want to correct the size difference between the two breasts.
- Aesthetic Concerns: Women who want to have fuller and more shaped breasts.
Breast Augmentation Techniques
- Silicone Implants:It is the most commonly used method in breast augmentation surgeries.
- It offers different sizes, shapes and projection options.
- Fat InjectionFat tissue taken from the person's own body is injected into the breasts.
- It provides a natural look while at the same time reducing excess fat in other areas.
Implant Options
- Drop Shaped (Anatomical): Provides a more natural look.
- Round: Creates a fuller and more defined decollete line.
- Silicone Gel: A popular option with a natural feel.
- Saline Filled: Contains sterile saline, easily adjustable as needed.
How is Breast Augmentation Surgery Performed?
The surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia and takes 1-2 hours. The stages of the procedure are:
- Evaluation and Planning: The surgeon determines the implant size and placement technique according to the patient's needs.
- Opening the Incisions Incisions are usually made in the inframammary fold, around the nipple or in the armpit area.
- Implant Placement: The implant is placed under the breast tissue or under the pectoral muscle.
- Stitching and bandaging: The incisions are closed with aesthetic sutures and the surgical area is bandaged.
Postoperative Recovery Process
- There may be mild swelling and tenderness in the first few days.
- It is recommended to use a special bra after surgery.
- Excessive physical activity should be avoided for 4-6 weeks.
- Full results usually appear within 2-3 months.
Advantages of Breast Augmentation Surgery
- It provides a fuller and more aesthetic breast appearance.
- It creates a silhouette in harmony with body lines.
- It boosts women's self-confidence.
- It offers the possibility to shape the breast size according to personal preferences.
Risks and Side Effects
As with any surgical procedure, there may be some risks involved in breast augmentation surgery:
These risks can be minimized when working with an experienced surgeon.
- Temporary swelling and tenderness.
- Very rarely infection or implant leakage.
- Capsular contracture (hardening) around the implant.
- Slight asymmetry.
Implant or Fat Transfer?
There are two routes to increasing breast volume, and the choice becomes clear once the target increase is defined.
| Implant | Fat transfer | |
|---|---|---|
| Volume increase | Marked and predictable | Limited, gradual |
| Additional benefit | None | Donor area is slimmed |
| Predictability | High | Part of the fat is reabsorbed |
| Prerequisite | Adequate tissue cover | Available fat reserve |
If a marked increase is the goal, an implant is the only realistic option — an increase of two cup sizes or more cannot be achieved with fat transfer in a single session. For someone wanting a measured fullness with a more natural transition, who would also like fat removed from another area, fat transfer is a good option.
Choosing an Implant: Size, Shape and Position
This is not like picking a size from a catalogue. What determines the dimension is not preference but your own measurements: chest width, breast base width, existing tissue thickness and skin elasticity.
- Base width: An implant wider than the breast base creates a visible edge and does not look natural. This sets the limit.
- Tissue cover: In people with thin tissue, placing the implant beneath the muscle gives a softer transition.
- Shape: A round profile adds fullness in the upper pole; a teardrop shape creates a more gradual curve. Which is right varies by person.
- If there is sagging: An implant alone will not correct it. Whether a lift is also needed is assessed — see breast lift.
Measurements are taken at examination and a suitable range determined. Very large choices may satisfy in the short term but load the tissue over the long term; measured planning is what makes the result durable.
Breastfeeding, Breast Health and Follow-Up
Breastfeeding: With commonly used placements and incision choices, the milk ducts and the nipple connection are preserved and the possibility of breastfeeding continues. No guarantee can be given, but the procedure on its own is not regarded as a barrier. If you are planning pregnancy in the near future, timing is assessed together; pregnancy and breastfeeding change breast tissue again.
Breast health screening: An age-appropriate assessment is carried out before surgery. Afterwards routine follow-up continues unchanged; you simply need to mention that you have implants — appropriate imaging techniques are then used.
Long-term monitoring: Implants are not devices that remain unchanged for life. Regular checks and reassessment over the years are part of the process. If you notice a change in shape, feel or comfort, arrange a review.
Travelling From Abroad for Surgery
If you are considering coming to Turkey for this operation, the questions that matter are not about price but about continuity of care. Surgery is a process, not a single day, and the part that most often goes wrong for international patients is what happens after they fly home.
What to establish before you book:
- Who performs the operation, and are they a board-certified plastic surgeon? Ask for the surgeon’s name and credentials in writing — not the name of an agency or a package.
- How long you must stay. Do not plan to fly out the day after surgery. Your surgeon should give you a minimum stay based on the operation, not on your flight schedule.
- Flying and clot risk. Long flights soon after surgery raise the risk of blood clots. The waiting period before flying is a medical decision.
- What happens if there is a complication after you return. Ask specifically: who do you contact, how quickly, and what is covered.
- Who provides your follow-up at home. Arrange this in advance rather than after a problem appears.
- Your medical records. You should leave with an operative note and implant details you can hand to any doctor.
A consultation — including a remote one — should end with a clear plan and honest limits, not a quoted price. If any part of the above cannot be answered plainly, that is information in itself.
Breast Augmentation Prices
The price of breast augmentation surgery varies depending on the type of implant used, the surgeon’s experience and hospital conditions. It is recommended to consult a specialist for exact price information.
Breast augmentation surgery is a reliable and effective method to address aesthetic concerns and make women feel better about themselves. With a personalized planning, you can achieve natural and satisfying results.
Your Treatment Journey
From your first message to full recovery, we are with you.
First Contact
Message us on WhatsApp — we listen and answer your questions the same day.
Consultation & Planning
A personalised plan based on your expectations and examination findings.
Surgery
Your personalised procedure is performed comfortably under appropriate anaesthesia.
Recovery & Follow-up
We stay with you through regular check-ups at every step of recovery.
Op. Dr. Alperen Tekin
Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. The goal: planning the most suitable result for your anatomy and expectations while preserving your natural look. Every option is discussed openly at your consultation, with a road map tailored to you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Suitability is assessed together, based on your expectations, general health and examination findings.
After the first contact, a consultation and personalised planning follow; after surgery we monitor you with regular check-ups.
Recovery varies from person to person and with the scope of the procedure; a personal road map is clarified at your consultation.
Pricing is personalised according to the scope of the procedure; exact information is shared after consultation. Feel free to message us on WhatsApp with your first questions.
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