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By Abdulaziz Ali - Medically reviewed by Prof. Zeynep Sevim, on Apr 28, 2023

Breast Reconstruction Recovery Time

The recovery period after the breast reconstruction period is around 4-6 weeks during which you should refrain from partaking in any strenuous physical exercise. However, you can perform light exercises in weeks 2-3. 

How Breast Reconstruction Surgery in Turkey is Performed?

Breast reconstruction in Turkey is performed either under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. The surgeon will decide between the two. The surgeon will make the first incision in the natural folds of the breast to ensure that the scar is easily hidden. 

Either a flap, taken either from a donor or your own back, will be used to reconstruct the breast or a breast implant can be used. You can decide between the two options, and the surgeon will perform the surgery accordingly. 

After placing the flap or inserting the implant, your surgeon will suture the incisions and that marks the end of your breast reconstruction surgery in Turkey. 

What Are Some Possible Common Reactions to Breast Reconstruction?

  • Reaction to anesthesia

  • Bleeding 

  • Fluid accumulation or seroma

  • Infection at the site of incisions

  • Visible scarring due to poor wound healing

  • Asymmetry of the breasts

  • Persistent bruising

  • Temporary numbness 

  • Damage to nearby structures

Breast Reconstruction Surgery Results

The result of breast reconstruction surgery is balanced breasts or flaps with complete symmetry. Three months after the procedure, the result will become visible but your breasts will continue to adjust for over a year. 

Breast reconstruction in Turkey has high patient satisfaction rates and high success rates, with both averaging around 90% to 96%. 

How To Prepare For Breast Surgery?

  • Quit smoking at least 6 weeks before the breast reconstruction surgery. Take this time to become healthier, physically, by improving your diet and becoming more physically active

  • Stop taking any herbal medications including teas and drinks. Also, avoid using any over-the-counter medications. If you are taking any prescription medications, take to your doctor to adjust the dose for the surgery

  • Take time off to allow yourself to rest and heal properly.

  • Ask a loved one to accompany you, and plan your trip with them. Make sure they are aware of the help you will need.

  • Prepare a relaxing corner in your hotel before you go for the surgery to rest in after your surgery. This helps avoid any stress during the recovery period. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Turkey good at plastic surgery?

Turkey is one of the leading countries worldwide for plastic surgery. Plastic surgeons in Turkey perform complex procedures daily which helps them improve their skillset. 

Why is Turkey surgery cheaper?

Surgery in Turkey is cheaper because the overall wage costs are lower in Turkey when compared to the costs in other European countries. Cheaper surgery, however, does not mean lower health quality. 

Is it cheaper to have cosmetic surgery in Turkey?

Cosmetic surgery is cheaper in Turkey because of several factors such as low general wage costs and a high supply of highly-trained and certified plastic surgeons in the country.