Turkey is a popular destination for people who want to undergo cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. The clinics are modern, the doctors are experienced and the prices are competitive. In addition, the costs in Turkey are lower than in other European countries or the United States.
Cosmedica Aesthetic is one of the most well-known clinics in Istanbul. It specializes in plastic and aesthetic surgery. In this article, we show which breast surgeries Cosmedica Aesthetic offers: breast augmentation, breast reduction and breast lift.
Breast augmentation at Cosmedica Aesthetic
1) Implant-based breast augmentation
The most common method of breast augmentation in Turkey is the use of implants. This breast implant surgery offers long-term results and a high degree of variability to achieve the desired results.
Types of breast implants
Silicone implants
Implants are made of a soft gel that feels natural and is long-lasting. Silicon implants are the most popular for a boob job and offer a realistic, soft feel. Modern silicone implants are available in various shapes and sizes.
Saline implants
These implants for breast surgeries consist of a silicone shell that is filled with sterile saline solution. The surgeon inserts them empty into the breast and fills them only after placement, which allows for smaller incisions.
Shapes of breast implants
Round implants
These implants are symmetrical and increase the size and volume evenly in all directions. They provide a fuller cleavage and are particularly popular with women who want a pronounced breast line.
Teardrop-shaped implants
Anatomical implants have a teardrop-like shape that mimics the natural breast shape. These implants look particularly natural and are ideal for women who prefer a subtle and natural enlargement.
Placement of the implants
Submuscular (under the pectoral muscle)
In this surgery procedure, the surgeon places the implant under the chest muscle. This placement offers the advantage that the implant is better covered and looks more natural. This method is used in women with little natural breast tissue.
Subglandular (above the pectoral muscle)
In this method, the expert places the implant directly under the glandular tissue and above the pectoral muscle. This technique can be advantageous if the patient has enough breast tissue to cover the implant.
2) Breast augmentation with the patient's own fat
Breast augmentation with the patient’s own fat (lipofilling) is a more natural alternative without foreign materials. This involves removing fat from different parts of the body – abdomen, thighs or hips – and injecting it into the breast.
Advantages and limitations of breast augmentation with your own fat
- Natural result: Since the body’s own tissue is used, the breast feels natural.
- Body shaping: Since fat is taken from other areas of the body, problem areas are contoured at the same time.
- No implants: No foreign material in the body, which increases the risk of certain complications.
- Limited volume increase: Some of the injected fat is broken down by the body. This means that only a moderate enlargement is possible.
- Multiple treatments required: In some cases, multiple sessions may be required to achieve the desired volume.
Breast surgery in Turkey: Breast augmentation with implants vs. with fat
Criteria | Breast augmentation with implants | Breast augmentation with fat |
|---|---|---|
Naturalness of the result | High, but less natural than with fat | Natural |
Maximum volume augmentation | High augmentation possible | Limited augmentation (moderate) |
Recovery and healing | Longer healing (3-6 weeks) | Shorter recovery time (1-2 weeks) |
Breast reduction at Cosmedica Aesthetic
Women with large breasts often suffer from complaints such as back pain, breathing difficulties and poor posture. A breast reduction in Turkey helps to relieve these complaints and improve the aesthetic appearance of the breast.
1) Traditional breast reduction
Methods of incision in traditional breast reduction
T-incision
This incision runs around the areola, vertically downwards and along the breast fold. The T-incision is the most common technique for large reductions.
L-incision
Similar to the T-incision, but without the horizontal line along the breast fold. This method leaves fewer scars, but is only suitable for moderate reductions.
Periareolar incision
Here the incision only runs around the edge of the areola. This technique is well suited for women who only need a moderate reduction and want an inconspicuous scar.
Advantages of traditional breast reduction
- Suitable for large reductions: Particularly effective for significant breast reduction.
- Breast lift included: Since the surgeon removes excess skin, this method also leads to a tightening effect.
- Individual shape adjustment: Allows precise adjustments to the shape of the breast, especially in the case of asymmetries.
2) Breast reduction by liposuction
Breast reduction by liposuction is a less invasive method in which fat tissue in the breast is sucked out. This cosmetic procedure is suitable for women whose breasts have a high fat content and the skin is elastic. The experts use this surgery to remove excess tissue.
Advantages and Limitations of Liposuction
- Minimally invasive: Because only small incisions are required for the cannula, there is little visible scarring.
- Suitable for moderate reductions: The method is best suited for patients who do not require a large reduction.
- Liposuction without skin incision: Only a small cannula is inserted to suck out the fat. This leads to minimal scarring that is barely visible.
- No skin tightening: Liposuction cannot tighten the breast. If you have loose skin, you may experience a sagging appearance.
Breast Surgery in Turkey: Traditional breast reduction vs. liposuction
Criteria | Traditional breast reduction | Breast reduction by liposuction |
|---|---|---|
Technique | Removal of glandular and fatty tissue + skin tightening | Liposuction without skin tightening |
Scars | Visible scars depending on the technique | Barely visible scars (only small puncture sites) |
Healing time | 3-6 weeks, depending on the method and size of the reduction | Shorter healing time (approx. 1-2 weeks) |
Breast Lift at Cosmedica Aesthetic
Breast lift in Turkey is a type of surgery that lifts and tightens the appearance of the breast. Over time, breastfeeding, weight loss and the natural aging process can cause a loss of elasticity and firmness. The goal is to lift the breast and remove excess skin for a more youthful appearance.
1) Periareolar Incision Breast Lift (Donut Method)
The donut method is a minimally invasive technique where the expert makes the incision only around the areola. This treatment plan is suitable for women with mild to moderate excess skin and a slight amount of sagging.
Donut Method Details
- The incision is made only around the edge of the areola, so the scar is hidden.
- The plastic surgeon can lift the position of the nipple slightly, creating a natural and youthful appearance.
- This method is comparatively less invasive and results in an inconspicuous scar around the areola.
- The method is ideal for women who only need a small to moderate tightening.
2) Vertical breast lift (lollipop method)
With the vertical breast lift, the incision is made around the areola and vertically downwards. This method is suitable for women who need a moderate to major lift.
Details of the lollipop method
- The incision runs in a circle around the areola and vertically downwards to the breast fold.
- The lollipop method is ideal for women who need a stronger lift.
- The scar is usually less visible than with the T-incision method.
- The technique may not be sufficient for large excess skin or extremely sagging breasts.
3) T-incision or inverted T-incision (anchor technique)
The anchor technique is the most comprehensive breast lift method. This technique offers the greatest flexibility and allows for significant lifting.
Details of the anchor technique
- The anchor technique combines three incisions – around the areola, vertically downwards and one horizontally. This creates a scar-like structure that resembles an inverted “T” or anchor.
- This method is ideal for women with severely sagging breasts and large excess skin.
- The anchor technique allows for the greatest possible control over the new shape and position.
- It creates the most scarring compared to other techniques, so requires a longer healing time.
Breast surgery in Turkey: Methods of breast lift
Criteria | Donut method | Lollipop method | Anchor technique |
|---|---|---|---|
Skin tightening | Minimal | Moderate | Comprehensive tightening and reshaping |
Duration of results | Long-term, but can vary | Long-term | Consistent |
Recovery | Relatively fast (approx. 1-2 weeks) | Moderate healing (2-3 weeks) | Longer healing required (3-6 weeks) |