RECONSTRUCTIVE AND AESTHETIC SURGERY

Reconstructive and aesthetic surgery provides services for the treatment of both congenital and acquired aesthetic, shape, and functional abnormalities. Expert plastic surgeons address the needs encompassing aesthetic procedures such as facial shape abnormalities, cleft lips and palates in infants, shape abnormalities of the jaw and facial bones, as well as requirements within the scope of the field, such as shape abnormalities of genital organs and repair of severed limbs.

Some of the applications of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery include:

Rhinoplasty (Nose Reshaping) Surgery

The nose is one of the major determinants of facial shape. Sometimes, nose shapes that are excessively large, wide, or humped can cause aesthetic concerns and negatively impact a person’s self-confidence and social life. Aesthetic surgeries performed to change the shape of the nose are called rhinoplasty.

Rhinoplasty can be performed using two different techniques: open and closed. The decision on which technique to use is made by the surgeon, considering the individual’s structural characteristics. These surgeries are performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the individual’s needs.

In some cases, rhinoplasty can also treat conditions such as deviated nasal septum, which obstructs or hinders breathing due to a crooked nasal bone, or concha hypertrophy, where nasal tissues inside the nose swell similar to allergies, causing nasal congestion.

Rhinoplasty procedures typically last a few hours. The packing inserted during the surgery is removed within a few days, and a one-week resting period is usually sufficient for the patient to return to their daily activities. It takes several months for the swelling to completely subside and for the nose shape to settle.

Breast Aesthetic Surgery (Reduction, Augmentation, and Lift)

The shape and size of the breasts have a significant impact on a woman’s daily life. Breast aesthetic surgeries can be categorized into three main types: breast augmentation, reduction, and lift. Excessively large breasts can cause aesthetic issues as well as postural problems and back pain. On the other hand, small or sagging breasts can be aesthetically bothersome and negatively affect a person’s psychological well-being.

One of the most commonly performed aesthetic procedures is breast augmentation, which involves the use of fluid-filled breast implants. Silicone-based implants are the most popular choice. Breast augmentation surgeries are performed in cases where both breasts are small or to achieve symmetry with other body shapes.

Breast reduction surgeries improve the aesthetic appearance by reducing excessively large breasts and can also address issues such as postural problems, providing a more comfortable life.

Breast lift surgeries can be performed in conjunction with other breast surgeries or as standalone procedures. They are used to restore breasts to their previous form in cases where they have sagged due to factors such as the passage of time, weight fluctuations, or breastfeeding.

Liposuction

Localized fat deposits, known as regional fat accumulation, can be aesthetically problematic. These excess fat deposits can be removed from the body through liposuction surgery. Liposuction involves making the fat tissues more fluid using various methods and then vacuuming them out through cannulas. It is important to note that liposuction is not a weight-loss method. It is recommended for individuals to be at their ideal weight before undergoing the procedure.

Abdominoplasty

After significant weight gain followed by rapid weight loss or post-pregnancy, the abdominal tissues can become loose and saggy. Even if a person is at their ideal weight, these excess tissues can cause aesthetic discomfort. The surgical procedures that involve the removal of these sagging tissues to achieve a more aesthetic and healthy appearance of the abdomen are called tummy tuck procedures (abdominoplasty). It’s important for individuals to be at their ideal weight before undergoing these operations, as tummy tuck procedures are not a weight loss method.

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

The eyelids play a significant role in facial aesthetics along with the eyes. Problems such as sagging, wrinkles, puffiness, etc., can negatively affect eye aesthetics and, consequently, facial aesthetics. Upper eyelids typically develop wrinkles, sagging skin, and fat deposits associated with aging, while lower eyelids usually exhibit under-eye puffiness and wrinkles. Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) can address various aesthetic concerns that arise in both upper and lower eyelids, either due to aging or genetic factors.

Brow Lift Procedures

Drooping eyebrows that appear lower than they should can make a person look more tired and older. Brow lift procedures can address these issues. During these procedures, the overall position of the eyebrows is corrected, and wrinkles around the brow area are reduced. Brow lift procedures are sometimes performed in combination with eyelid and facelift surgeries to provide a younger and more aesthetic appearance.

Facelift Procedures

As individuals age, facial tissues tend to sag and descend due to the effects of time. These sagging and drooping features are prominent signs of aging. Facelift procedures can restore the previous shape of the face and achieve a more youthful appearance. The primary goal of facelift procedures is to lift and tighten facial tissues, as well as remove excess sagging skin. Brow lift and eyelid surgeries are sometimes performed alongside facelift procedures to provide a combined approach that results in a younger and more aesthetic appearance.

Fat Injections

Fat injections, also known as fat grafting, involve transferring fat from various areas of the body, primarily the abdomen, to specific regions of the face or body to enhance volume and achieve a fuller appearance. Fat injections are commonly used to rejuvenate facial tissues, such as plumping the lips, reducing wrinkles around the mouth, enhancing the chin, and volumizing the cheekbones. They can also be used for breast and buttock augmentation to provide a more aesthetic and fuller look.

Ear Aesthetic Procedures

Ears, as complementary features of facial aesthetics, are important in terms of appearance from a young age. Insufficient ear folds or enlarged ear cartilage, leading to a condition known as “prominent ears,” can cause aesthetic problems and negatively impact individuals’ lives. Ear aesthetic procedures can easily address prominent ear appearance and provide a better look. Unlike many other aesthetic surgical procedures, ear aesthetic procedures can also be performed in childhood.

Chin and Cheekbone Procedures

Chin and cheekbone procedures are among the most popular aesthetic surgeries today. Well-defined and prominent cheekbones and chin contours enhance facial features, making a person look younger and more attractive. Various methods are used to enhance the chin and cheekbones, including surgically placed facial implants and prostheses, fat injections taken from different body areas, temporary dermal fillers, and lifting techniques. The most suitable method for an individual is determined by the surgeon based on their needs.

Leg Aesthetic Procedures

Slim and beautiful legs have been considered important in defining beauty since ancient times. Sagging, protrusions, deformities, or irregularities in the legs can result in the loss of aesthetic appearance for individuals. Leg aesthetic procedures can address these aesthetic.