Breast Reduction
There are many reasons why a woman might seek help for her breasts.
It can be too big, a source of backache. They can be too small, giving rise to complexes that can be difficult to cope with. The breasts may fall out or be "emptied" as a result of pregnancies, weight changes or the effects of the years. Or some patients have significant asymmetries or incomplete development of their breasts. Finally, surgery may focus solely on the nipples for the treatment of invaginated nipples.
Every problem has its solution. The choice of treatment will depend on many factors.
It can combine several of the following techniques. The main objective will always be to make you feel better and meet your expectations, with a natural result and the simplest possible solution.
Breast reduction
Breast reduction is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to reduce the size and volume of the breasts by removing excess breast tissue, fat and skin. This procedure is generally performed to relieve symptoms associated with excessively large breasts, such as back, neck and shoulder pain, skin irritation under the breasts, breathing difficulties and limitations in daily activities.
Here's how the breast reduction procedure usually works:
- Anesthesia: Breast reduction is generally performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep throughout the procedure.
- Incisions: The plastic surgeon makes incisions around the areola, vertically from the bottom of the areola to the fold under the breast, and sometimes horizontally along the fold under the breast. These incisions allow access to the breast tissue and reshape the breasts.
- Breast reduction: The surgeon removes excess breast tissue, fat and skin to reduce the size of the breasts. He may also reposition the areola and nipple for a more proportionate appearance.
- Sutures and bandages: Once breast reduction is complete, the plastic surgeon closes the incisions with sutures and applies bandages or a compression bra to support the breasts during healing.
Recovery from breast reduction surgery can vary according to the extent of the procedure, but generally requires a rest and recuperation period of one to two weeks. Bruising and swelling may occur in the days following surgery, but gradually diminish over time.
The results of breast reduction are usually visible once swelling and bruising have subsided, with breasts that are smaller, better proportioned and more harmonious in relation to the rest of the body.
Breast hypertrophy is a condition in which the breasts show excessive development, resulting in a larger-than-normal size or breasts that are disproportionate to the general body morphology. This condition can affect women of any age, and can be a source of aesthetic, functional or psychological concern for some people.
The characteristics of breast enlargement can vary considerably from person to person, but may include:
- Excessive breast size: Breasts are larger than normal, which can lead to physical discomfort, back pain or posture problems.
- Breast asymmetry: Breasts may show significant asymmetry, where one breast is larger than the other.
- Breast ptosis: The breasts may droop or sit low on the chest due to their excessive size.
- Aesthetic problems: Breast enlargement can lead to difficulties in finding clothes that fit comfortably, and to aesthetic dissatisfaction with the appearance of the breasts.
