Breast Ptosis Price in Turkey
The average cost of a breast ptosis procedure in Turkey, in Istanbul, ranges from £2,100 to £3,950 depending on your needs, compared with £3,300 to £6,600 in the UK. This mastopexy under general anaesthetic lasts from 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes and usually requires 1 to 2 days in hospital[1].
| Procedure | Price Turkey | Price UK |
|---|---|---|
| Breast ptosis | £2,100 - £3,950 | £3,300 - £6,600 |
What is breast ptosis?
Sagging breasts are part of the change in appearance that most women experience, especially as they get older. It is usually a completely natural change. Nevertheless, some women do not want to have sagging breasts.
The medical term for sagging breasts is breast ptosis. There is a great deal of information about what does and does not contribute to breast sagging. Some of it is true, some of it is false. A distinction is made between pseudoptosis, partial ptosis and true ptosis, which is classified into three grades according to the position of the nipple relative to the fold beneath the breast[2].
Either way, there are ways to prevent and improve breast sagging.
What causes breast ptosis?
Usually, because of age, the ligaments of the breast (called Cooper’s ligaments) stretch over time, which may lead you to consider a breast lift. This is generally down to gravity, but other factors can be involved.
Information on the causes - or not - of breast sagging can be contradictory. Fortunately, experts are unanimously agreed on the main causes.
The real causes of breast ptosis are as follows:
- Ageing
- Collagen deficiency
- Oestrogen deficiency
- Gravity
- High body mass index
- Larger breast size
- Menopause
- Multiple pregnancies
- Rapid weight loss followed by weight gain (or vice versa)
- Smoking
Read also: Mommy Makeover in Turkey
Other causes of breast sagging:
- Breastfeeding
- Not wearing a bra
- Wearing the wrong bra
The loss of skin elasticity caused by ageing is the most common cause of breast sagging. Another factor is smoking, which speeds up ageing and so contributes to breast sagging, sometimes even earlier in life.
Multiple pregnancies are another cause, and breastfeeding is also among the situations after which ptosis can appear[3]. Hormonal changes shrink and widen the milk ducts with each pregnancy, which can lead to a loosening of the tissues. Rapid weight changes before and after pregnancy can make this worse.
A large bust is more likely to sag, purely because a greater breast mass is more vulnerable to gravity.
However, the share attributable to breastfeeding itself, as distinct from pregnancy, has not been quantified. It is generally thought that breastfeeding stretches the breast tissues and leads to sagging.
Read also: Breast Reduction in Istanbul
How can breast ptosis be prevented or treated?
Do you want to reduce the risk of sagging breasts or improve the firmness of your breasts? Here are a few steps you can take.
Maintaining a healthy weight
You do not necessarily need to lose weight or gain weight. What matters is keeping your weight steady, at a level that is healthy for you. This can help prevent breast sagging and make your breasts firmer.
Find a well-fitting, comfortable bra
This applies particularly to workouts, such as jogging. A sports bra offering good support (moulded cups) can reduce breast movement. One study suggests that breast movement during exercise leads to stretching and sagging, but more studies are needed. Some women consider a breast augmentation.
The same study indicates that, when you are not exercising, you do not necessarily need a bra to prevent breast sagging. In fact, wearing a bra in the wrong size can have more negative effects than wearing none at all.
Smoking
Smoking speeds up the ageing process. Ageing leads to a loss of tissue firmness, particularly in the ligaments of the breast. Smoking specifically speeds up ageing by destroying elastin, a protein that helps the skin stay supple.
Hormone testing
A fall in the hormone oestrogen, which normally occurs during menopause, may be associated with a decrease in tissue collagen. Any use of oestrogens or phytoestrogens is a matter for medical prescription and has no proven effect on breast firmness.
Talk to your doctor and get tested before trying to raise your oestrogen levels.
Train the pectoral muscle
Although there are no muscles in the breast itself, you can work the muscles underneath. These muscles are called the pectoralis major. Certain exercises target them and can give your breasts a little natural lift.
Turn to plastic surgery in Turkey
Many different surgical procedures can treat breast ptosis in Turkey, such as breast implants. They can help give your breasts a younger, firmer appearance. The choice between a lift alone and a lift combined with implants depends on the type and grade of the ptosis[2]. Cosmetic surgery in Turkey is an option worth looking into, particularly a breast lift in Istanbul.
How long is the stay?
Length of hospital stay: 1 to 2 days[1].
Cost of breast ptosis in Turkey
The price of breast ptosis surgery in Turkey, in Istanbul, ranges from £2,100 to £3,950, compared with £3,300 to £6,600 in the UK.
Before treatment
- A routine preoperative check-up is carried out in line with your prescriptions.
- You will be seen by the anaesthetist in consultation no later than 48 hours before the operation.
- In addition to the usual preoperative tests, breast imaging is prescribed (mammogram, ultrasound).
- You may need to stop any oral contraception, particularly if there are associated risk factors (obesity, poor venous condition, clotting disorder).
- Giving up smoking is recommended at least three to four weeks before the procedure, a period that reduces wound-healing complications[4].
- No medication containing aspirin should be taken in the 10 days before the procedure[1].
- Type of anaesthetic: this is a general anaesthetic, during which you are fully asleep.
- Hospital stay: an overnight stay of one to two days is usually required[1].
What does it involve?
- Each surgeon uses a technique of their own, adapted to each case to achieve the best results.
- At the end of the procedure, a dressing with elasticated bra-shaped bandages is applied.
- Depending on the surgeon and the extent of the mastopexy, the procedure can last from one and a half to two and a half hours[1].
After treatment
- The after-effects are usually only mildly painful and require simple painkillers.
- Swelling (oedema) and bruising of the breasts, as well as discomfort when raising your arms, are frequently seen.
- The first dressing is removed after 24 to 48 hours and replaced by a lighter one. The bandage will be applied regularly until healing is complete.
- Discharge takes place 24 to 48 hours after the operation and you will be seen again in consultation two to three days later. A bra is then worn to provide good support.
- Wearing this bra is recommended for around one month, day and night, after the operation.
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FAQ - Frequently asked questions
What is the price of breast ptosis surgery in Turkey?
In Turkey, correcting breast ptosis with a mastopexy costs from £2,100 to £3,950, compared with £3,300 to £6,600 in the UK. The price depends on the technique and on whether implants are used, which only an examination can determine.
Do you need implants or fat transfer to correct ptosis?
Not always. When ptosis comes with a lack of volume, the lift can be combined with implants[2] or with fat transfer in Turkey. Without volume loss, a mastopexy alone is usually enough to reshape your breasts.
Can you get pregnant and breastfeed after a mastopexy?
Yes. Pregnancy and breastfeeding remain possible, but the SOFCPRE advises waiting at least six months after the procedure[1]. A further pregnancy can loosen the breasts in turn[3]; see also the mommy makeover.
Are the results of a breast lift permanent?
No. The result of a breast lift is judged from one year onwards[1], and then evolves: recurrence of ptosis remains a known long-term problem, especially with poor-quality skin or after major weight loss[5].
How long do you need to stay in Turkey for a mastopexy?
You should allow at minimum the one to two days in hospital[1], plus the follow-up consultation that the surgeon schedules before your return flight. The exact length of the stay is decided with the medical team, depending on the procedure chosen.
How much time off work should you plan after a mastopexy?
The SOFCPRE advises planning for convalescence and 7 to 10 days off work[1]. A physical job or lifting loads may justify a longer period, to be agreed with the surgeon at your follow-up.
What scars does a mastopexy leave?
The scar depends on the extent of the ptosis: around the areola, vertical below the areola, or an inverted T, with a branch in the fold beneath the breast if the ptosis is very pronounced[1]. See mastopexy in Turkey.
Sources & References
- SOFCPRE. Ptose mammaire, fiche d’information patient, reproduite par le service de chirurgie plastique du CHU d’Angers. 2011. View the source
- Regnault P. Breast ptosis. Definition and treatment. Clinics in Plastic Surgery. 1976. View the source
- Kopal C, Uyar I, Aksam E. A Different Method to Increase Breast Projection: Tunnelized Glandular Flap. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. 2024. View the source
- Wong J, Lam DP, Abrishami A, Chan MTV, Chung F. Short-term preoperative smoking cessation and postoperative complications: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Canadian Journal of Anesthesia. 2012. View the source
- Palmesano M, Storti G, Lisa A, et al. Poly-4-hydroxybutyrate mesh (GalaFlex®) in aesthetic breast surgery: A comprehensive systematic review. JPRAS Open. 2025. View the source
