Breast Lift with Implants in Istanbul

What is Breast Lift with Implants?

After pregnancy and breastfeeding, many women notice that the breast has lost volume, particularly in the upper part, and has also descended, with the nipple sitting lower. An implant alone may not lift the breast enough, while a lift alone may not restore fullness. Augmentation mastopexy combines both, repositioning the nipple and tightening the skin while placing an implant for volume.

This is a more complex operation than either procedure alone because the surgeon must balance the lifting forces with the stretching effect of an implant. In some cases surgeons recommend staging the operations several months apart for safety and predictability. All the implant considerations — type, surface, placement, BIA-ALCL, capsular contracture and the fact that implants are not lifetime devices — apply.

Who may be suitable?

• Women whose breasts have both drooped and lost volume
• Those with low nipple position and empty upper breasts after children
• Women after significant weight loss with deflated breasts
• Women in good health, at a stable weight and ideally non-smokers
• Those who have completed their family or understand future pregnancy may change results
• Women who accept the scars of a lift and the long-term care of implants

What can this procedure address?

• Drooping combined with volume loss
• Low or downward-pointing nipples
• Flattened upper breasts
• Stretched skin after pregnancy or weight loss
• Asymmetry in size and position

Consultation & assessment

Begin with a confidential online assessment with photographs sent securely, your medical and pregnancy history and any recent breast imaging. The team will advise on whether a one-stage or staged approach may be suggested.

Surgery is confirmed after an in-person examination in Istanbul, where your surgeon measures skin, nipple position and tissue, discusses implant type, size and placement, scars, sensation, breastfeeding, mammography and the long-term implications of implants.

How the procedure is performed

The surgeon typically creates a pocket for the implant first, often in the dual-plane position, and places a silicone gel implant chosen for your frame. The lift is then tailored around it, removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple and areola.

Incision patterns are similar to those of a lift — periareolar, vertical or anchor — depending on how much skin needs to be removed. Implants are usually moderate in size, as large implants can work against the lift and increase the risk of complications.

The incisions are closed in layers and a surgical bra is fitted. Drains may be used briefly.

Anaesthesia

Augmentation mastopexy is performed under general anaesthesia by a qualified anaesthetist, usually with one night in hospital.

Recovery timeline

1. Days 1–3

   Soreness, tightness and swelling; rest with regular short walks.

2. Week 1

   Discomfort eases. Wound checks take place.

3. Weeks 2–3

   Desk-based work and light activities often resume.

4. Week 6

   Gradual return to exercise as advised.

5. 3–6 months

   Implants settle and the breast shape softens.

6. 12 months

   Scars mature and the shape approaches its long-term appearance.

What to expect during the first week

• Wear your surgical bra day and night
• Sleep on your back, propped up
• Avoid lifting and overhead reaching
• Walk gently several times a day
• Follow wound care instructions
• Report one-sided swelling, fever, redness or nipple colour change promptly

Scars

Scars follow the lift pattern — around the areola, often vertically and sometimes in the crease. They are permanent but usually fade over 12–18 months.

Results

The breasts are lifted and fuller, with the shape refining over several months as the implants settle. Results vary between individuals. Consented before and after photographs are reviewed during consultation.

Results vary between individuals. Consented before-and-after images of similar cases may be reviewed with your specialist during consultation — before & after

How long do results last?

The lift is long-lasting but continues to be influenced by ageing, gravity and weight change. Implants are not lifetime devices and may need replacement or revision in future. Keep your implant card and documentation.

Potential risks and complications

All surgical procedures carry risks. Your surgeon will discuss the potential benefits, limitations and individual risks with you before you decide whether to proceed.

• Bleeding, haematoma and infection
• Wound healing problems at the junction of scars
• Capsular contracture
• Implant rupture, malposition or visibility
• Nipple sensation changes and, rarely, nipple or areola loss
• Recurrence of drooping or bottoming-out
• Asymmetry and a relatively higher rate of revision than single procedures
• BIA-ALCL, a rare lymphoma associated mainly with textured implants
• Breast implant illness symptoms reported by some women
• Effects on breastfeeding and mammography; risks of anaesthesia and blood clots

Choosing a surgeon

• Specialist plastic surgery training and registration verifiable through the Turkish Medical Association and relevant societies
• Specific experience in augmentation mastopexy, including staged approaches
• Consented before and after photographs of similar cases
• Privileges at an accredited private hospital
• A clear aftercare plan and provision of implant documentation

Our specialists

Breast Lift with Implants in Istanbul

A stay of around 10–12 days in Istanbul is typical for a breast lift with implants.

Women travel to Istanbul for experienced plastic surgeons, modern private hospitals and coordinated care. Depending on the surgeon and procedure, treatments may be performed at leading private hospitals in Istanbul, including LIV Hospital Vadistanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler and selected Acıbadem hospitals.

Cost depends on the surgeon, hospital, anaesthesia, implant type, complexity, hospital stay, combined procedures such as a tummy tuck, and accommodation. A personalised written quote follows assessment. Choose based on medical quality, not price alone.

Costs depend on your surgeon, hospital, anaesthesia, complexity and any combined procedures — see treatment costs in Turkey.

Your hospital

Depending on the surgeon and procedure, treatments may be performed at leading private hospitals in Istanbul, including LIV Hospital Vadistanbul, Memorial Bahçelievler and selected Acıbadem hospitals. Your written treatment plan confirms the hospital before you travel. Hospitals & Facilities

Aftercare when you return home

• Continue your support bra as advised
• Begin scar care when recommended
• Keep remote follow-up appointments
• Store your implant card and operation notes safely
• Seek prompt review for swelling, hardening or shape change

Our aftercare pathway