Breast Revision in Indiana

We use a variety of breast implants during breast reconstruction surgery in Indianapolis. This can include saline, silicone gel, soft touch and cohesive gel (gummy bear) implants. 

Yes.  We can do a breast augmentation, breast lift or breast reduction on your existing breast to help create more symmetry.

Yes. We often combine procedures like liposuction, facelift, tummy tuck and/or labiaplasty with breast surgery. (After pregnancy, this is called a Mommy Makeover.)

If you are unsure which procedures you need to best treat your concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us with questions! You can also use our Virtual Consultation Tool for instant feedback on which procedures we recommend for your needs.

Breast implants alone may improve the appearance of tuberous breasts but in some cases, reconstructive surgery may be required. After an examination, Dr. Turkle will be able to let you know what will work best for you.

Breast asymmetry can be improved by performing surgery on one of your breasts or both breasts. After an examination and determining your goals from surgery, Dr. Turkle will discuss her recommendations.

Generally, if you want to match the smaller breast to the larger breast, you may decide to place a breast implant in the smaller breast. If you want to match the larger breast to the smaller breast, we will do a reduction on the larger breast. If you want to enlarge and change the appearance of both breasts, we will use different size breast implants in each breast.The surgical plan is solely based on your goals!

Smoking before or after surgery increases the visibility of scarring and causes problems with healing. Therefore, we require that all patients cease the use of nicotine products (including cigarettes, e-cigarettes, chewing tobacco and all other products containing nicotine) at least four weeks before and four weeks after your nipple areola surgery.

The ability to breastfeed after nipple surgery will depend upon the extent of the surgery needed. After an examination and recommendation for surgery, Dr. Turkle will give her opinion on your potential ability to breastfeed.

Inverted nipples are usually caused by a shortened milk duct that goes from the nipple to the chest wall which adds tension and pulls the nipple inward. After surgery, women with inverted nipples can expect nipples that will project from the breast.

Many patients ask us this question to help themselves decide the time of year they would like a breast revision surgery. That’s because you are restricted from doing certain activities after your surgery. However, we will review your full instructions for post-care during your initial consultation. Our priority is to help you heal quickly and minimize your downtime.

In general, you can expect to be able to submerge in water within three to four weeks after your surgery or after your wounds are totally healed. Regarding exercise, you will be able to walk immediately after your release but you should wait about two weeks before restarting any cardio or lower-body exercises. Restrictions will include no lifting, pushing or pulling anything greater than 10 pounds for six weeks after surgery.

We will discuss any specific restrictions and help you determine how long to take off work and other duties at your consultation.

Depending on your pain tolerance and the type of work you do, you may be back at work anywhere between 5 and 7 days after your breast revision. However, some patients are able to return to work sooner! It simply depends on your individual healing process and the extent of the breast revision..

Incision patterns for breast revisions can vary depending on the type of revision needed to achieve your goals. Dr. Turkle will explain the incisions she recommends for you during your initial consultation.