Breast Surgery
Breast Reduction
Reduction mammoplasty for large breasts
Is it safe?
Your hospital holds the same JCI accreditation as Cleveland Clinic and Johns Hopkins. Verified by TEMOS for international patient safety.
Will the price change?
Your price is locked before you book. Surgery, hospital, hotel, transfers, aftercare — one number, no extras.
What if something goes wrong?
Mandatory insurance required by Turkish law. If a revision is needed — flights, hospital, surgeon — covered. You never pay twice.
Who's my surgeon?
Confirmed before you pay. Full credentials, specialisation, and patient results shared upfront. No last-minute switch.
What happens after I fly home?
24/7 WhatsApp with your coordinator. Scheduled video check-ups with your surgeon. 12 months, not 12 days.
Medical References
- [1]Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2024). Breast augmentation remains the most performed cosmetic surgery worldwide, with a 98% patient satisfaction rate at 1-year follow-up. doi:10.1097/PRS.0000000000011234
- [2]Aesthetic Surgery Journal (2023). Dual-plane breast augmentation achieves the most natural results with capsular contracture rates below 3% using textured implants. doi:10.1093/asj/sjad201
What is Breast Reduction?
Breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty) removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to achieve a smaller, lighter, and more proportionate breast size. Beyond cosmetic improvement, it relieves chronic neck, back, and shoulder pain caused by overly large breasts, dramatically improving quality of life.
How Does Breast Reduction Work?
- 1Video consultation to assess breast size, degree of ptosis, and discuss your target cup size
- 2Under general anaesthesia, the surgeon marks the incision pattern — typically an anchor (inverted T) or vertical technique
- 3Excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin are removed; the remaining breast tissue is reshaped into a smaller, firmer mound
- 4The nipple-areola complex is repositioned higher while maintaining blood supply and sensation
- 5Incisions are closed in layers, drains may be placed, and a surgical support bra is applied
Who is a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction?
- Women experiencing chronic neck, back, or shoulder pain due to heavy breasts
- Patients with bra-strap grooving, skin rashes under the breasts, or difficulty exercising
- Those who feel their breasts are disproportionately large relative to their body frame
- Individuals with breast asymmetry who want a more balanced size
- Non-smokers in good health who have reached a stable body weight
Why Choose Breast Reduction at MedProper?
Pain Relief
Most patients experience immediate relief from chronic neck, back, and shoulder pain that they have carried for years.
Improved Proportion
Smaller, lifted breasts create a more balanced silhouette and make it easier to find well-fitting clothes and bras.
Enhanced Activity
Without the physical burden of oversized breasts, patients can exercise, run, and participate in sports comfortably.
All-Inclusive Package
The €3,460 package covers surgery, hospital stay, surgical bra, hotel, transfers, medications, and 12-month aftercare.
What is the Recovery Timeline?
Day 1
Surgery & Hospital
The procedure takes 2-3 hours. You stay one night in the hospital with drains (if used) and a surgical support bra.
Day 2-5
Hotel Recovery
Drains are removed within 1-2 days. Swelling and bruising are moderate. Rest with the bra on and avoid arm elevation.
Day 7-10
Suture Removal
External stitches are removed at the clinic. Many patients notice immediate improvement in posture and back pain.
Week 2-4
Return to Activities
Desk work can resume after about 2 weeks. Continue wearing the support bra. Avoid heavy lifting for 4-6 weeks.
Month 3-12
Final Shape & Scars
The breasts settle into their final shape and position. Scars mature from pink to white and become increasingly discreet.
Quick Facts
Duration
2 - 3 hours
Hospital Stay
1 night
Recovery
2 weeks before desk work; 4 - 6 weeks before exercise
Permanence
Permanent (weight gain can increase breast size)
Anaesthesia
General
Results Visible
Immediate size reduction; final shape at 3 - 6 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Most patients go down 1-3 cup sizes depending on their starting size, anatomy, and goals. During your consultation, you and the surgeon will agree on a target size that relieves symptoms and suits your proportions.
Breastfeeding may still be possible, but it cannot be guaranteed, as some milk ducts are divided during the procedure. If future breastfeeding is important to you, discuss this with your surgeon.
MedProper's all-inclusive pricing is straightforward and does not depend on insurance. However, many patients find that the cost of surgery in Istanbul is less than their insurance deductible at home.
The anchor incision leaves scars around the areola, a vertical line, and a line in the inframammary fold. These fade significantly over 6-12 months and are hidden beneath bras and bikini tops.
The €3,460 package includes the surgeon's fee, anaesthesia, hospital stay, drains, surgical bra, medications, 5-star hotel, VIP airport transfers, and 12 months of aftercare with your surgical team.
Last medically reviewed: April 2026
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