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Aesthetic Surgery · Breast

Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation surgery is performed to increase breast size, improve shape and restore volume. When planned carefully and performed by an experienced surgeon, it offers highly satisfying, natural-looking results.

GeneralAnaesthesia
1–2 hoursSurgery
1 dayHospital Stay
5 daysIstanbul Stay
5–7 daysSocial Life

What is Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation surgery is a surgical procedure performed to increase breast size and add volume using implants made of silicone gel — biocompatible and extensively safety-tested. Additionally, fat transfer can be considered for patients who want a more modest size increase using their own tissue.

While breast augmentation enhances the aesthetic appearance, it can also be used to correct congenital asymmetries or reshape breasts that have lost volume after pregnancy, breastfeeding or weight loss.

Who is a Candidate?

Implant Options

Dr. Efendioğlu uses only CE-certified and internationally approved implants from premium manufacturers. Implant selection is made together with the patient during consultation:

The Procedure

Surgery is performed under general anaesthesia and typically takes 1–2 hours. The implant pocket is created either above or below the pectoral muscle, and the implant is inserted through the chosen incision site. Drains are not routinely required. Patients can typically return to light activity within 5–7 days.

Implant selection for different anatomies

Implant choice changes when the chest wall, breast base or soft-tissue envelope is different. Explore how pectus excavatum, asymmetry, tuberous breasts and major weight loss affect planning.

Read the implant selection guide →

Implant selection: pocket, footprint and shape

Implant selection includes more than volume. Tissue thickness and activity help determine whether an implant is placed above the muscle, below it or in a dual-plane pocket. Base width, height and projection guide the choice between round and anatomical footprints. Taller oval anatomical implants may sometimes suit a long torso, a large clavicle-to-breast distance or a deflated envelope, but shape alone cannot correct sagging or a constricted base. Read the complete implant selection guide →

When are tall oval anatomical implants considered? →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do breast implants last?
Breast implants are not lifetime devices. The likelihood of complications and additional surgery increases over time. For silicone gel implants, FDA guidance recommends an initial ultrasound or MRI 5–6 years after placement and repeat imaging every 2–3 years, even without symptoms. Your surgeon should tailor follow-up to your implant, medical history and any symptoms. New changes should be assessed without waiting for a scheduled check.
Can I breastfeed after breast augmentation?
Yes, in most cases. Submuscular implant placement does not typically affect the mammary glands or milk ducts.
When can I return to exercise?
Light walking is encouraged from the first post-operative day. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for 6 weeks.
What is capsular contracture?
Capsular contracture occurs when the scar tissue (capsule) that naturally forms around an implant tightens, causing firmness or distortion. The risk is low with modern smooth or micro-textured implants and proper surgical technique.

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