Understanding Breast Reduction treatment
If you are troubled by large, sagging breasts that restrict your activities and cause you physical discomfort, breast reduction surgery can be a tremendously life-enhancing option. Breast reduction, technically known as reduction mammaplasty, removes fat, glandular tissue, & skin from the breasts, making them smaller, lighter, firmer & perkier. You will also get immense relief from many physical and emotional discomforts, a new sense of freedom in your exercise and physical activity and the ability to wear a greater variety of clothing styles.
Procedure
In breast reduction, the attempt is to get the breasts into a harmonious relationship with the rest of the body. We prefer using the Hall Findlay’s technique. This is the gold standard for breast reduction the world over now. In some cases, depending on your unique morphology we may decide to do some other procedure. Advantages of this technique include a single vertical scar, improved projection of the breast & prolonged maintenance of shape. The excess breast tissue, fat and skin is removed (in breast lift the breast tissue is repositioned and not excised) & the nipple and areola are shifted to a higher position. The areola, which is usually larger than ideal is reduced in size. Skin is then relocated to reshape the breasts. Liposuction may be used to improve the contour of your breasts. When the surgery is complete, you will be given a dressing over your breasts. Small drain tubes may be inserted under your skin to prevent fluid accumulation; these come out in 2-3 days. You must wear a supportive bra.
The duration of the surgery is about 3-5 hours
Hospital Stay
1-2 days stay
Anaesthesia
Recovery
Despite of the scale of this surgery, there is surprisingly little pain. You may return to work in a few days and resume most of your normal activities within a week or two. Your breasts will settle into a natural shape in a few months. The nipple sensations (if affected) improve after a few months. The pressure garment must be worn as instructed for at least 4 to 6 weeks after surgery. Although the incisions will be permanently visible, they will fade & can usually be placed so that one can wear low-cut tops.However, you must bear in mind that over time, the effects of gravity and aging will (relentlessly) continue.
