Breast reduction surgery, also known as a mastectomy, removes fat, breast tissue, and skin from the breast. For people with large breasts, breast reduction surgery can alleviate discomfort and improve appearance.
Disproportionately large breasts can cause patients physical and emotional distress. Patients with gynecomastia may experience physical discomfort due to the weight of their breasts. The pain can make it difficult for some patients to perform usual physical activities. Besides the physical ailments of gynecomastia, some patients may experience emotional distress or more serious mental health problems due to their large breasts.
Although breast reduction is often performed to address medical problems, patients who have no gynecomastia symptoms but are not satisfied with their breast size can still undergo breast reduction as a cosmetic procedure. America. Patients who choose to have breast reduction surgery for cosmetic reasons may cite a number of factors, including social stigma and wardrobe issues.
Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure that reduces the size of a woman's breasts by removing excess breast tissue, fat, and skin. There are several types of breast reduction surgery, which can be categorized based on the incision pattern used and the amount of breast tissue that needs to be removed.
This is also known as a "lollipop" incision because it involves making an incision around the areola and a vertical incision down the breast. This technique is used for moderate breast reductions and allows for more precise reshaping of the breast.
This involves making an incision around the areola, a vertical incision down the breast, and a horizontal incision along the breast crease. This technique is used for larger breast reductions and allows for more extensive reshaping of the breast.
This technique involves using liposuction to remove excess fat from the breast, without making any incisions. This is a good option for women with mild to moderate breast size and sagging.
This technique is used for very large breast reductions where the nipple and areola need to be removed and repositioned. The nipple and areola are removed and reattached as a graft in a new position on the breast.
Your plastic surgeon will likely be:
Planning for breast reduction surgery may include:
You can usually go home on the day of surgery. Have someone drive you home from the hospital.
Immediately after surgery:
During the first days or weeks after surgery:
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Scars fade over time. You will need follow-up visits with your surgeon to verify your recovery.
During the final stage of recovery, you can start to return to normal. When you restart your activities, give yourself time to build up your stamina. Start with a low-impact walk or bike ride, as things that involve running or jumping can be very uncomfortable for your new breasts. Listen to your body and build slowly.
Also, remember to wear a supportive bra when working out for the first time. Sexual activity can usually be resumed three weeks after surgery.
During this time, you may experience numbness on the sides of your breasts or in your nipples. This is probably normal and will most likely improve over the next few months, although sometimes the numbness can be permanent.
Some women have intermittent, persistent stabbing pains or "flickering" pains in the breast reduction area or on one side of their breasts. These symptoms are related to nerve healing and will not be frequent and will disappear completely after a few months.
Most women say it takes three to four months for the swelling to go away and you may feel nodules or lumps. Usually, this is a normal part of the healing process. While the bump may disappear after the first few months, surgical scars can take nearly a year to fade and soften completely. Discuss with your surgeon what scar treatment systems they may recommend and use them as directed.
For many patients, the recovery time can seem short compared to other types of surgery. However, it is important to allow time for recovery. Be sure to follow the instructions suggested by your surgeon so you can achieve the best results!
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The length of stay in Turkey for a breast reduction procedure typically depends on individual circumstances and the extent of the surgery. On average, it is recommended to stay in Turkey for 7-10 days.
It is recommended to arrive in Turkey 2-3 days before your scheduled breast reduction surgery. This allows you to meet with your surgeon, undergo any preoperative tests or assessments, and have time to rest and prepare for the procedure.
Most surgeons say that your breasts don't have to be a certain size to perform breast reduction surgery. The most important factor is whether your breast size is causing physical and mental health problems.
Skin, fat, and tissue removed during breast reduction are permanently removed and cannot grow back, so breast reduction is permanent. However, weight gain can cause new fat to accumulate in the breasts and can cause them to grow significantly larger.
Anesthesia will be given during the surgery, but you will feel pain for two to three days after the surgery. You will be prescribed pain medication and your surgeon may recommend that you gently place a wrapped ice pack on the painful area to reduce pain and swelling.
Successful breast reduction surgery can relieve pain in your upper back, neck, and shoulders. It can also increase your ability to participate in physical activities and promote a better self-image. Results are visible immediately, but it may take several months for the swelling to completely disappear and the surgical scar to fade.
Although you won't lose much weight through breast reduction surgery, your appearance will change and you will look slimmer. Big breasts tend to change your proportions and make you look bigger. When changing the breast size, has a slimming effect.
In most cases, breast reduction surgery does not require the complete removal of the areola complex. Typically, in standard vertical and lower stalk techniques, the nipple is attached to the base of the underlying breast tissue and moved to a higher position without separating it.
During recovery, your activity level will decrease significantly. This decrease in movement can lead to fluid retention, increasing symptoms of swelling and bloating. Unable to do the physical activities you normally do, you may even notice slight weight gain. This is completely normal!
Immediately after surgery, your breasts will swell, protrude quite high above the chest, and have a cone-like shape. Nipples may also look too low. During the first trimester, the shape changes dramatically.
In vertical breast reduction, your scars will look like a lollipop, running along the rounded contour of the areola and extending downwards in a single line. The sage pattern technique is similar but with an extra hidden line in the fold under the bust.
The ideal BMI for the operation is between 18.5 and 24.9. Women in this group are usually at the right weight for body contouring and have a lower risk of complications after surgery.