Women suffering from enlarged breasts feel uncomfortable and self-conscious about their size. Breast reduction surgery is also known as mammoplasty in the surgical world. This procedure aims to get the proportionate size of the breast by removing excess fat. If a woman feels that her breast size exceeds her body type, she can undergo breast reduction surgery and get the desired shape.
Dr. Mrinalini Sharma, a cosmetic and aesthetic plastic surgeon, helps many women get their desired body shape with breast reduction in Delhi. Breast reduction surgery helps get the breasts firm and changes the breast’s size and shape.
What is the procedure of Breast Reduction Surgery?
Breast reduction surgery is an outpatient facility, or the person must stay one night at the hospital, depending on the case. This treatment is done under general anesthesia. This surgery may take 2 to 5 hours or sometimes more than that. This surgery has been done in three ways:
- Liposuction: The surgeon will make a small cut and insert the tiny tube into the breast that is connected to a vacuum that suctions the fat and fluids from the breast. This treatment is best for those who want a slight reduction.
- Vertical or lollipop: This method is for visible sagging and moderate breast reduction. The surgeon will cut around the areola, remove extra fat and tissues, reshape the breast, and lift it.
- Inverted-T or anchor: The surgeon will make cuts around the edge of the areola, from the breast crease, and along the crease underneath the breast. This type of surgery is best for significant reductions and for people with a lot of sagging or unevenness.
After the surgery, the breast is covered with a bandage, and the patient needs to wear a surgical bra. The doctor will decide which treatment is suitable after the consultation and after examining the patient.
Breast reduction surgery consultation:
Before the procedure, one should have a one-on-one consultation with their surgeon so that it is easy to understand the patient’s requirements and what she expects from the surgery. If the patient has any medical history, like lump removal surgery from the breast or any other condition, tell the surgeon everything about it.
The surgeon may take photos of the breast to measure how much tissue can be removed and which procedure is best. Mammogram test may be required before going to the surgery.
What are the medical advantages of breast reduction surgery?
A breast reduction surgery relieves the patient from chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain. The following are the medical benefits of breast reduction surgery:
- Active participation in physical sports
- Reduce shoulder, back, and neck pain
- Better Health
- Relief from skin irritation under the breast
- Better posture
- Increases the self-confidence
- Better sleep
- Reduce the shoulder pain pull caused by bra straps
Who is an ideal candidate?
- The one who has heavy breast
- Nipples pointing downward
- Noticeable difference in breast size
- Having back and shoulder pain due to heavy breast
- If a woman feels she has an unappealing body shape
- Uncomfortable while wearing some clothes
Post-procedure care
Following are the steps that everyone should take after the breast reduction surgery:
- Wear compression garments day and night.
- Sleep in an upright position for at least a few weeks after the surgery.
- Do not do any heavy exercise like weight lifting or any other after the surgery because the force can hurt the surgical area.
- Avoid driving for a couple of weeks.
- Have a healthy diet; add protein, vitamins, and minerals to the diet.
- The patient should not plan pregnancy for sometime after the procedure.
- Stop smoking and consumption of alcohol.
- Take pills and medicine prescribed by the doctor.
- Avoid swimming and sports activities for a few weeks.
- Take full rest.
Does breast reduction surgery leave a scar?
Most of the time, liposuction is performed for breast reduction surgery, which is scar-free. A small cut has been made under the breast line, and it does not appear. In a traditional breast reduction surgery, the scars will be horizontal and more prominent than in a vertical incision surgery.
Does this surgery affect breastfeeding?
In some cases, women won’t be able to breastfeed. It is based on the degree of the fat reduction. Discuss this issue with the doctor during the consultation. However, it is advisable to do so before the procedure, and one should complete their family.
Dr. Mrinalini Sharma is the best female plastic surgeon; she always discusses the treatment and what kind of results the patient wants. She always hears the patient’s problem and helps them accordingly. Book a consultation with Dr. Mrinalini Sharma for further information.
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