Breast reduction, also known as reduction mammaplasty, is a procedure that reduces the size of the breast, in proportion with your body.
Goals
Reduce back, neck and shoulder pain.
Improve posture and quality of sleep.
Boost self-confidence.
Breast size according to each body shape.
Nipples in the correct position and direction.
Avoid rash or skin irritation under and/or between breasts.
Procedure
Breast reduction is a procedure to remove excess breast fat, glandular tissue, and skin to achieve a smaller and lighter breast.
Incision
Options:
- Around the edge of areola and another vertical incision is made from the areola down to the bottom of the breast.
- Around the nipple with the second incision running vertically down from the areola and another along the crease of the breast.
Cost
The cost is estimated on a case-by-case basis.
Information
3 hours.
General.
Tolerable.
Painkillers may be needed.
Immediate.
The patient will need to wear a compression bra for about 2 weeks.
Subsequently, the patient will need to wear a sports bra.
The use of underwire bra is prohibited for at least 4 weeks after the surgery.
All absorbable.
Quick return to activities.
Patient can:
- shower 2 days after surgery.
- return to work 15 days after surgery.
- drive.
Regular appointments.
FAQ
Can I have a breast lift at the same time?
Yes. Combing a breast reduction and a breast lift will give a great result to the patient’s breast. The patient will then have a smaller and more functional breast with a nipple rectification as well.
How many sizes can I go down in a breast reduction?
Plastic’s surgeon goal is to create a smaller and symmetrical breast, according to the patient’s body.