Breast Reduction
Breast reduction or reduction mammaplasty is an enhancement procedure that reshapes the breasts in order to make them smaller, lighter, and firmer. Breast Reduction is accomplished by removing excess fat, glandular tissue, and skin. Large breasts can cause physical pain as well as emotional and social anxiety. Women who take advantage of the Breast Reduction surgery procedure find that they are able to lead a healthier, more comfortable life, in addition to enjoying a beautiful, and more proportionate appearance.
Synonyms - Reduction mammoplasty
Having very large or heavy breasts can cause many health issues such as:
- Restriction of activities that limit your movement
- Severe back and neck problems
- Discomfort
- Breathing problems
- Skeletal deformities
Candidacy
Women may seek breast reduction not only to alter their appearance but more commonly:
- Due to pain in breasts, shoulders, lower neck or backache
- Discomfort during physical activity
- Reduce the limitations placed on their activities caused by large breasts
- Due to the limitation/restriction in the choice of clothing due to overly large breasts
Benefits of Breast Reduction
- Reduce the breast weight to a more comfortable size and weight
- Minimising the problem of pain in the breasts, shoulders, lower neck and back
- Improve body posture
- Helps improve the overall appearance and self-esteem
Procedure
- Anaesthesia: The procedure is done under general anaesthesia.
- Duration of the procedure: It takes about 3- 4 hours for the procedure.
Incision Options
- A circular pattern around the areola
- A keyhole or racquet-shaped pattern with an incision around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease (the most popular technique in our centre)
- An inverted T or anchor-shaped incision pattern.
The desired shape and size, as discussed with Dr. Sandeep Sharma, are achieved.
The nipple is relocated to the centre of the breasts.
Of the different techniques, the one used to reduce the size of your breasts will be determined by your individual condition, breast composition, amount of reduction desired, your personal preferences, and Dr. Sharma’s advice.
Inpatient/Outpatient Procedure
Most clients go home the same day, however, with some, we do keep them overnight.
- Often possible to return to work within just a couple of weeks, depending on the job
- Can resume most of the normal activities, including some form of mild exercise, after 3 weeks
- No heavy weight lifting for 3 – 4 weeks
- Routine including gym- 4 – 5 weeks
- The scar fades with time
- We use self-dissolving stitches. Hence, there is no need for the removal of stitches.
- The results of your breast reduction surgery are immediately visible.
- Over time, post-surgical swelling will resolve and incision lines will fade.
- No benefits are permanent
This being one of the more complex procedures, the chances of problems are high. Though a majority of them are minor matters, a few major problems can sometimes occur. This reinforces the benefit of the experience of the surgeon and the quality of the centre.
- Infection
- Blood Collection (Hematoma)
- Wound Breakdown
- Nipple Loss (partial or total)
- T-junction Breakdown
- Skin Allergy
- Skin Blistering
Before After
Schedule a Consultation
To schedule a private consultation please call us or request an appointment with Dr. Sandeep Sharma and one of our assistants will be happy to help you.