As with any surgery, breast augmentation carries risks such as infection, bleeding, anesthesia reactions, changes in sensation, and scarring. Implant-related complications may include capsular contracture, rupture, leakage, or malposition, sometimes requiring revision surgery. Choosing an experienced surgeon minimizes these risks. Your surgeon will discuss all potential complications during your consultation to help you make an informed decision.

You should follow the medication routine as prescribed by your surgeon. You need to rest after the procedure and avoid strenuous activity and you should not lift heavy items. The dressings of the incision lines should be clean and must be changed periodically. You will have specific information from your surgeon after your operation.

Our surgeons prefer 100% cancer-free material in breast implants. Recent medical research shows that silicon does not change the body’s biological functions.

Most of our patients prefer abdominoplasty procedures with breast enlargement at the same time. Not only does a patient get a chance to have several procedures in one sitting, they also can have very reasonable discounts.

At your initial consultation with our surgeon, he will examine you and decide on the size of your implants with you. The decision on implant sizes depends on the condition of the breast, chest width, body proportion, and patient preferences.

Your surgeon will give you detailed instructions tailored to your situation. Please do not act before you get your customized list. But general guidelines that our surgeons are sharing with their patients are as follows:

• You should rest when you feel tired
• You may feel mild to moderate discomfort after the anesthesia has worn off
• You will be given a support bra placed on you after the surgery.
• You should wear this bra day and night for 2–3 days (or longer) after surgery
• You will be given a prescription for narcotic pain medication as well as antibiotics by your doctor.
• Please follow the medication plan that your doctor sets for you
• While using narcotic pain medication, you should consume as much liquid as possible to prevent dehydration
• Do not consume any alcohol with narcotics
  You may continue most of your daily routine the day after surgery.
• It is only advised that driving might be okay when you feel no pain and can react to an emergency. Please do not drive when you are on narcotics.
• Avoid straining or extending your arms over your head for about a week after surgery
• Avoid strenuous physical activity, which can raise your blood pressure and possibly cause bleeding, for at least three weeks after surgery
• Vigorous physical activity, such as upper bodyweight training, should be delayed for up to six weeks
• Lifting something over five pounds, any stressful activity, or working out may be dangerous as well
• The dressing should be on the incision after surgery for 24 hours
• You may take a shower and remove the dressing one full day after the operation. You should dry the incision gently after taking a shower
• Applying any creams or ointments is not recommended
• Any type of swimming (pool, sea) and hot tubs are not recommended
• You will find Steri-Strips on the incision when you remove the dressing. Please do not remove these Steri-Strips as they usually peel off within 10 days. If they have not come off by then, you may slowly peel them off
• The incision is closed with sutures which are placed under the skin. Therefore, you will not have to have any sutures removed in the doctor’s office
• Minor swelling and numbness in the incision zone may occur
• You will have drains placed in your breasts. You may go to your hotel with these drains that may stay in there for a couple of days
• You should empty the drain bottles 3-4 times per day
• The drain is usually ready to be removed when the drain output is less than 30 cc over a 24-hour period

What do I need to do before my operation?
You will get a detailed, customized list from your surgeon about what to do and what not to do before the operation. Please do not act before you get your customized list. Here is general guidance that our surgeons generally share with their patients:

• You should inform your surgeon about your routine medication and health history
• You should not eat anything or take any fluids eight hours before the operation.
• Any food, water, coffee, juice, or liquids are not allowed to be taken on the morning of the operation
• Chewing gum, candy, or mints is not allowed before the operation
• You should stop consuming alcohol for 24 hours before surgery
• You should quit smoking two weeks before the surgery and not be around smokers. Smoking causes vasoconstriction of vessels which in turn causes slower and compromised healing time
• You should remove all your makeup before the procedure starts
• You can wash your hair or take a shower the night before or on the morning of your surgery. Please do not apply any deodorant, perfume, or cosmetics on your body
• You should take off all your metal ornaments before the procedure including watches, rings, earrings, necklaces or any body piercings
• You should take off your contact lenses before the operation
• Please choose comfortable and loose-fitting clothing and flat shoes on the day of your surgery
  If you have any cold or infection before the surgery, please inform your doctor
• You should not take any aspirin or aspirin-containing products two weeks before your surgery
• If you use heart and blood pressure pills, you should take them with a small amount of water before the procedure
• If you are a diabetic, please ask your doctor about your medication

Although it may vary from patient to patient, here’s a typical daily schedule for breast enlargement operations:

First Day:

• You arrive at the airport and your driver will wait for you at the exit of the customs zone with a tag with your name. 
• He will drive you to the hospital and hand you to your patient representative who is fluent in your language. 
• After the initial registration procedure, you will meet your doctor in person. Your surgeon will explain you the procedure in detail and examine you before he will advise on the right size and the shape of the breast implants that would fit you best. You will have an opportunity to discuss your preferences for the implants and expectations from your breast augmentation. 
• You will have your last checks to prepare you for a breast augmentation operation.
• Then your procedure will start and will last for two to three hours. 
• Within an hour after the procedure, anesthesia will ease and you will regain consciousness. 
• Your doctor performs an initial check-up and you stay at the hospital on the first night of breast surgery.

2nd day:

• This will be the healing and rehabilitation day for you. 
• Your doctor will perform the second check-up in the morning before your discharge from the hospital. 
• You will be advised on your medication and provided instructions on the dressing routine and using the medical bra.
• You will stay in your hotel room and rest as much as possible for the rest of the day.

3rd and 4th day:

• You are advised to continue resting in your room on your third day. 
• You should avoid heavy activities but may take a walk or go out for dinner. 
• Shopping, attending a cultural or sightseeing tour might be a good option for you to visit different places in the city.

5th day:

• You will visit your doctor in the hospital for the last checks, removal of drainage, and change of dressing.
• Your doctor advises you further on medication and the types of activities you can get involved in throughout your breast augmentation recovery period. 
• You will be ready to go back home after the fifth day.

Our surgeons generally prefer to use Mentor breast implants, which are regarded as the best in the world. With a high product range and type, Mentor body implants fit perfectly to the breasts and other areas of the entire body. Mentor breast implant types may vary due to the specific purpose and the aim of the procedure.

There will be no problem with breastfeeding after you have your breast implants. When the implant is placed under the muscle, it does not interact with the mammal zone and there will be no leakage from your silicone into the milk that you give to your child.

Generally, breastfeeding can be possible after breast augmentation surgery when the correct surgical techniques are used.

Implant exchange may often be necessary when there is aging of the implant or unwanted changes, but is not necessary for every patient.

Yes, regular mammograms and breast examinations are important for breast cancer screening.

In the postoperative period, patients are provided with support such as pain management, information about the healing process, and support stockings if necessary.

Mild pain and discomfort after surgery are normal but can be controlled with painkillers recommended by your surgeon.

Generally, showering is not recommended for the first few days after surgery, but it may vary according to your surgeon’s recommendations.

Stitches are usually removed during the early recovery period but may vary according to your surgeon’s instructions.