Breast Surgery

Breast reduction in the USA ranges from $7,000 to $12,000 at a private clinic. At MedProper, the same procedure costs from $3,761 all-inclusive. After flights ($400 to $700), the total is roughly half the US price.

Breast surgery at a JCI-accredited hospital with a board-certified plastic surgeon is as safe in Turkey as it is in the UK or any other developed country. The complications reported in UK media overwhelmingly involve unaccredited clinics, unqualified practitioners, and inadequate facilities. At MedProper, surgery is performed in a JCI-accredited hospital with full ICU facilities, by ISAPS-member plastic surgeons with over 15 years of experience. The key to safety is choosing the right clinic, not avoiding an entire country.

A breast lift in the USA ranges from $7,500 to $11,000 at a private clinic, with combined lift-and-augmentation often exceeding $13,000 in cities like New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. At MedProper, the same procedures cost from $3,655 (lift alone) or $5,870 (lift with augmentation) all-inclusive. After adding a return flight ($400 to $700 via Turkish Airlines from major US cities), the total spend is roughly half the US price.

The price difference reflects structural economics: lower hospital operating costs, a favourable exchange rate, and significantly higher cosmetic surgery volume. Turkey performs over 1.2 million cosmetic procedures annually. MedProper operates in a JCI-accredited hospital and employs board-certified surgeons with ISAPS membership — the same credentials required at top UK and US clinics.

MedProper uses three CE-marked, FDA-approved implant brands: Mentor (Johnson and Johnson), Motiva (Establishment Labs), and Natrelle (Allergan/AbbVie). All three are globally recognised premium brands with established safety records. Your surgeon will recommend the most suitable brand and model based on your anatomy, desired outcome, and personal preference.

Sometimes, for documented medical reasons (chronic pain, skin problems, failed conservative treatment). However, referrals are frequently declined and waiting lists often exceed 12 to 18 months. Most patients find it faster and more affordable to travel to Istanbul than to wait for NHS approval.

Yes. MedProper is JCI-accredited and surgery is performed by ISAPS-member board-certified plastic surgeons in a fully equipped hospital with overnight monitoring. JCI accreditation requires compliance with over 1,400 safety standards — more than the UK Care Quality Commission mandates.

Typically 300 to 1,000 grams per breast, depending on your starting size and desired result. Your surgeon will discuss the target size during the consultation. Most patients aim to reduce by 2 to 3 cup sizes.

During your pre-operative consultation at MedProper, you will participate in a hands-on sizing session. You try on implant sizers of different volumes inside a surgical bra and view the result in the mirror. Your surgeon also takes precise chest measurements (base width, breast height, skin elasticity) to recommend a size range that will look proportionate and natural on your frame. The most popular range among UK patients is 300cc to 400cc, which typically achieves a 1.5 to 2 cup size increase.

A standalone breast lift takes approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on the technique. A combined breast lift with augmentation takes 2 to 3 hours. All procedures are performed under general anaesthesia.

In most cases, yes. Breast augmentation with submuscular (under the muscle) placement and an inframammary fold incision does not typically damage the milk ducts or nipple nerves required for breastfeeding. However, procedures involving incisions around the areola, or surgeries that reposition the nipple (lifts and reductions), carry a small risk of disrupting milk duct connections. If future breastfeeding is important to you, inform your surgeon so they can use techniques that minimise this risk.

Many women retain the ability to breastfeed, but it cannot be guaranteed. The technique used and the amount of tissue removed both affect duct integrity. If future breastfeeding is a priority, inform your surgeon during the consultation.

Yes, all breast lifts produce some scarring. The extent depends on the technique: a donut lift leaves a scar around the areola only; a lollipop lift adds a vertical scar beneath the areola; an anchor lift adds a scar along the breast crease. Scars are strategically placed to be hidden by bras and swimwear. They fade significantly over 12 to 18 months and can be further improved with silicone scar gel.

In the majority of cases, yes. Studies consistently show that 85 to 95 per cent of breast reduction patients experience significant or complete relief of back, neck, and shoulder pain. Most patients describe the improvement as immediate and life-changing.

All breast surgery produces scars, but your surgeon places incisions in locations where they are least visible. For augmentation, the most common incision is in the inframammary fold (the crease beneath the breast) — this scar is hidden when wearing a bra or bikini. Lift and reduction procedures produce additional scars around the areola and vertically below it. Scars are typically red or pink for the first three to six months, then gradually fade to thin, pale lines over 12 to 18 months. Silicone scar sheets and topical treatments can help optimise scar healing.

Yes. Breast reduction produces scars around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease (lollipop pattern) or with an additional scar along the crease (anchor pattern). Scars are strategically placed to be hidden by bras and swimwear and fade significantly over 12 to 18 months.

Yes. A combined mastopexy-augmentation is one of the most popular procedures at MedProper. It addresses both sagging and volume loss in a single operation, with one anaesthetic and one recovery period. The combined procedure starts from £4,600 / $5,870 / €5,382 all-inclusive.

Most patients return to light desk work within one week, resume driving within one to two weeks, and return to full exercise including upper-body workouts at six weeks. You will wear a compression bra 24 hours a day for the first four to six weeks. Swelling resolves gradually over three months, and the final breast shape — with implants settled into their natural position — is typically visible at three to six months.

MedProper recommends a stay of six to seven nights in Istanbul for breast augmentation, lift, or reduction. This allows for your pre-operative assessment (Day 1-2), surgery (Day 3), hotel recovery (Days 4-5), and a final check-up before your departure (Day 6-7). Your surgeon must confirm you are fit to fly before you leave.

Yes. A standalone breast lift repositions the nipple, removes excess skin, and reshapes existing breast tissue to create a firmer, higher profile — without adding any volume. A lift alone is ideal if you are happy with your breast size but unhappy with sagging or drooping.

Two to three hours under general anaesthesia, depending on the amount of tissue being removed and the technique used.

Breast augmentation increases size and fullness using implants or fat transfer. A breast lift raises and reshapes sagging breasts without significantly changing their volume. Augmentation is for women who want to be larger; a lift is for women who want to be higher and firmer. Many patients benefit from both — the combined procedure adds volume while correcting sagging.

Yes. Most patients are cleared to fly within five to seven days after breast augmentation. Your surgeon performs a final check-up and provides a medical fitness-to-fly certificate. Wear your compression bra during the flight, stay hydrated, and move your feet and ankles regularly. Istanbul to London is approximately 3.5 to 4 hours — well within safe limits for post-surgical travel.

Light walking from day one. Light lower-body exercise at 4 to 6 weeks. Upper body and weight training at 2 to 3 months.

Breast lift results are long-lasting but not entirely permanent. Gravity continues to act on breast tissue, and natural ageing causes gradual changes over time. Most patients enjoy their results for 10 to 15 years or longer. Maintaining a stable weight and wearing a supportive bra can help preserve the result.

Yes. In fact, every breast reduction inherently includes a lifting component because the nipple is repositioned higher and excess skin is removed. If additional lifting is needed beyond what the reduction provides, your surgeon can incorporate enhanced lift techniques for from £3,362 / $4,290 all-inclusive.

Yes. Common combinations include breast augmentation or lift with tummy tuck (mommy makeover), breast surgery with liposuction, and breast augmentation with rhinoplasty. Combining procedures reduces the total number of anaesthetics and recovery periods. Your surgeon will assess whether your chosen combination can be performed safely in a single session based on the total estimated operating time and your health profile.

Contact MedProper via the website form, WhatsApp, or email. Send photographs (front, side, and 45-degree angle) along with your height, weight, bra size, and medical details. Within 48 hours you receive a personalised assessment with an exact all-inclusive price.

Temporary changes in nipple sensation — either numbness or hypersensitivity — are common in the first weeks to months after surgery. Permanent loss of sensation is rare (less than 1 per cent) and is more likely with anchor lifts that involve significant tissue rearrangement. Your surgeon takes care to preserve nerve pathways during the procedure.

The NHS advises caution about cosmetic surgery abroad, noting that complications from procedures overseas may require corrective surgery on the NHS. This warning is valid and should be taken seriously — but it applies primarily to patients who choose unaccredited facilities without proper research. The NHS does not distinguish between a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul and an unlicensed backstreet clinic. At MedProper, we provide a 12-month aftercare programme, direct GP liaison for UK patients, and revision cover if complications arise from the original procedure. We encourage all patients to read the NHS guidance and then ask us directly how MedProper addresses each concern.

This is a common misconception. Modern breast implants do not have a fixed expiration date and do not automatically need replacing at the 10-year mark. The 10-year figure refers to the duration of the manufacturer warranty, not the lifespan of the implant. Many women keep their implants for 15, 20, or even 25 years without issues. Implants should be replaced if there is a clinical reason — rupture, capsular contracture, or a desire to change size. MedProper recommends regular self-examination and periodic imaging (ultrasound or MRI) to monitor implant integrity over time.

In many cases, yes. However, breast lift surgery involves repositioning the nipple, which may affect milk duct integrity. Your surgeon uses techniques that preserve as much duct tissue as possible, but complete preservation cannot be guaranteed. If future breastfeeding is a priority, discuss this during your consultation.

Most patients fly home 5 to 7 days after surgery. Flights from London to Istanbul take approximately 3.5 hours. From New York, Turkish Airlines offers direct flights of around 10 hours. Wear your surgical support bra during the flight and stay well hydrated.

Round implants provide equal fullness across the breast, creating noticeable upper-pole volume and cleavage. Teardrop (anatomical) implants mimic the natural breast shape, with more volume at the bottom and a gentle slope at the top. Round implants are more popular overall (approximately 70 percent of MedProper patients choose them), while teardrop implants are preferred by patients seeking the most natural-looking result. Your surgeon will recommend the shape best suited to your anatomy and goals.

Over the muscle (subglandular) placement positions the implant between breast tissue and the pectoral muscle. Under the muscle (submuscular or dual plane) placement positions the implant partially or fully beneath the pectoral muscle. Under the muscle provides additional tissue coverage, making the implant less visible and palpable — particularly important for slim patients with limited natural breast tissue. Over the muscle placement offers a faster recovery and avoids "animation" (implant movement when flexing the chest). Most MedProper surgeons favour the dual plane technique, which combines benefits of both approaches.

Light walking is encouraged from day one. Light exercise (walking, stationary cycling) can resume at 4 to 6 weeks. Upper body exercises and weight training are typically cleared at 2 to 3 months, once healing is complete.

Fat transfer uses your own body fat — harvested via liposuction from areas like the abdomen, flanks, or thighs — to increase breast size. The fat is purified and injected in small amounts into the breasts. It provides a natural look and feel without implants, but the size increase is more modest (typically half a cup to one full cup size). Approximately 60 to 80 percent of transferred fat survives long-term. Fat transfer is ideal for patients who want a subtle, natural enhancement and have sufficient donor fat available.

Significant weight gain can increase breast volume and cause renewed sagging. Significant weight loss can reduce breast volume and alter the result. For the best long-term outcome, we recommend being at or near your target weight before surgery and maintaining it afterwards.

"Gone wrong" outcomes reported in UK media typically involve capsular contracture, severe asymmetry, implant malposition, infection, or poor scarring — often resulting from unqualified surgeons, substandard facilities, or absent aftercare. MedProper prevents these outcomes through: JCI-accredited hospital facilities with full sterile protocols, board-certified plastic surgeons with thousands of procedures performed, CE-marked premium implants from reputable manufacturers, a structured 12-month follow-up programme to detect and address any issues early, and a revision policy covering complications related to the original surgery.

There is no single best age. Most breast lift patients are between 30 and 55, but the procedure can be performed on any adult with a medical need. The key consideration is whether you have completed your family — future pregnancies may affect the result.

Yes. Breast reduction is one of the most effective surgical solutions for chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by disproportionately large breasts. The procedure removes excess breast tissue and fat, immediately reducing the physical load on your spine and shoulders. Most patients report significant or complete relief from back pain following breast reduction. Studies consistently show high satisfaction rates — typically above 95 percent — among breast reduction patients.

If your breasts sag but you are happy with their volume, a lift alone is appropriate. If your breasts are small but do not sag, augmentation alone is the answer. If your breasts have both sagged and lost volume (common after pregnancy or weight loss), a combined lift with augmentation delivers the best result. Your MedProper surgeon will advise during the free consultation.

Yes. A breast lift (mastopexy) is a standalone procedure that repositions the nipple, removes excess skin, and reshapes existing breast tissue to create a firmer, higher profile — without adding any volume. A lift alone is ideal if you are happy with your breast size but unhappy with sagging or drooping. If you want both lifting and additional volume, a combined augmentation with lift is the appropriate procedure.

Yes. Every MedProper breast lift is offered as an all-inclusive package: surgeon fee, operating theatre, general anaesthesia, hospital stay, four- to five-star hotel, VIP airport transfers, pre-operative tests, surgical support bra, post-operative medications, and 12-month aftercare. The quoted price is the total price.

Contact MedProper via the website form, WhatsApp, or email. Send photographs (front, side, and 45-degree angle) along with your height, weight, and medical details. Within 48 hours you receive a personalised assessment with an exact all-inclusive price. If you decide to proceed, pay the deposit and your coordinator arranges everything.

Yes. Gynaecomastia surgery (male breast reduction) is available at MedProper. The procedure removes excess breast glandular tissue and fat from the male chest to create a flatter, more masculine contour. It typically involves a combination of liposuction and direct excision of glandular tissue through a small periareolar incision. Recovery is similar to female breast reduction — approximately one week for desk work and six weeks for full exercise. Contact us for gynaecomastia-specific pricing.

MedProper accepts payment in GBP, EUR, USD, and Turkish Lira. Payment is typically split between a booking deposit (to secure your surgery date) and the balance paid upon arrival in Istanbul. We are currently exploring partnerships with UK-based medical financing providers to offer instalment payment plans. Contact your patient coordinator for the latest payment options available at the time of your booking.

Breast augmentation increases the size and fullness of your breasts using implants or fat transfer. A breast lift raises and reshapes sagging breasts without significantly changing their volume. The procedures address different concerns: augmentation is for women who want to be larger; a lift is for women who want to be higher and firmer. Many patients benefit from both — the combined augmentation with lift adds volume while also correcting sagging.

Most patients return to desk-based or sedentary work within 7 to 10 days after breast augmentation and within 10 to 14 days after a lift or reduction. If your job involves physical labour, heavy lifting, or repetitive arm movements, you should plan for four to six weeks off. Your surgeon will provide a specific return-to-work recommendation based on your procedure and occupation.

Three primary factors drive the cost difference. First, the overall cost of living in Turkey and operating overheads (staffing, facility leasing, supplies, insurance) are substantially lower than in the UK, allowing clinics to charge less while maintaining comparable profit margins. Second, the favourable exchange rate between the pound and the Turkish lira amplifies the value for British patients. Third, the sheer volume of cosmetic procedures performed in Turkey creates economies of scale — surgeons, hospitals, and implant distributors operate at higher volumes, reducing per-procedure costs. Critically, the lower price does not mean lower quality — it reflects economic differences, not clinical compromises.

Turkey consistently ranks as the top destination for breast augmentation among UK medical tourists, owing to its combination of experienced surgeons, JCI-accredited hospitals, all-inclusive packages, short travel distance from the UK, and cost savings of 50 to 65 percent. Other popular destinations include the Czech Republic, Poland, Lithuania, and Thailand, but none match Turkey in surgical volume, infrastructure, or the breadth of all-inclusive service packages available. For US patients, Turkey offers comparable savings of 55 to 65 percent over American prices, with Turkish Airlines providing direct flights from multiple US cities.

At MedProper Istanbul, breast augmentation starts from $4,290 (approximately £3,362 / €3,935) all-inclusive. This compares to $6,500-$12,000 at a US hospital or surgical centre, where facility fees, implants, anaesthesia, and follow-up visits are typically billed separately. Our all-inclusive price covers surgeon, premium implants (Mentor, Motiva, or Natrelle), hospital stay, hotel accommodation, VIP transfers, and 12-month aftercare. Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from New York JFK, Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Washington DC, and other US cities to Istanbul.

The cost difference reflects structural economics, not quality differences. Operating room fees, nursing staff, hospital facility costs, and medical consumables cost substantially less in Turkey than in the United States, even in JCI-accredited hospitals that meet the same international safety standards. The Turkish lira exchange rate further amplifies savings for US patients. MedProper uses the same implant brands (Mentor by J&J, Motiva, Natrelle by Allergan) as leading American plastic surgeons, with identical CE and FDA approvals. The difference is infrastructure and operating cost, not surgical skill or implant quality.

Booking is straightforward and begins with a free video consultation. Contact us via WhatsApp, email, or the enquiry form on our website. A patient coordinator will arrange a video call with your surgeon, during which you will discuss your goals, medical history, and procedure options. After the consultation, you receive a personalised treatment plan and pricing. Once you confirm your date and pay a booking deposit, your coordinator arranges every detail of your trip — hotel, transfers, schedule, and pre-operative preparation instructions. You simply book your flights and arrive in Istanbul on the agreed date.

In the two to four weeks before your procedure, you should: stop smoking and avoid nicotine products (smoking impairs healing and increases complication risk), discontinue blood-thinning medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen (with your GP approval), avoid herbal supplements that affect bleeding (such as ginkgo biloba, garlic, and fish oil), stop drinking alcohol at least 48 hours before surgery, arrange someone to accompany you or meet you at home after your return from Istanbul, and purchase loose-fitting, front-opening tops and button-up shirts to wear during recovery (you will not be able to lift clothing over your head for the first few weeks).