Due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging, genetics, and rapid weight gain or loss, breasts can sag and lose their shape under the influence of gravity. This can negatively affect patients psychologically, along with a decrease in self-confidence.

With breast lift surgery, it is possible for women to achieve firm and uplifted breasts in the desired shape.

How is the surgery performed?

The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The duration of the operation varies between 2–4 hours, depending on the degree of breast sagging and whether augmentation is needed.

During this procedure, excess and sagging skin is removed, and the breast tissue is lifted and, if necessary, augmented. If the patient’s own tissue is insufficient for augmentation, silicone implants or fat injections can be used. Additionally, enlarged and sagging nipples are repositioned to their proper size and location.

Incisions are made around the nipple and towards the inframammary fold, depending on the degree of sagging. It is important to note that there is no breast lift surgery without scars, although these scars become less noticeable over time.

If the nipple has not sagged significantly and there is only mild sagging along with a volume deficit, an implant can be placed to both increase breast fullness and lift the breast.

Since the milk ducts are generally not affected, breastfeeding problems are very rare.

Postoperative care and considerations:

The patient is discharged the same day or after one night in the hospital. Pain is generally managed with painkillers on the first day, and minimal pain is expected on subsequent days.

Swelling and bruising around the breasts usually resolve within two weeks. In some patients, drains may be placed inside the breast, typically removed after 1–2 days.

A sports bra is worn for 3–4 weeks after surgery. If the patient does not perform heavy physical work, they can return to work on the third day. Heavy exercise and strenuous activity should be avoided for about a month.

Breast lift surgeries provide aesthetically pleasing and reliable results. However, it should be remembered that after surgery, some sagging may occur again due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, rapid weight changes, aging, and the effects of gravity.