Breast reduction, also known as breast reduction plastic surgery, is to remove too much skin and breast tissue to make the size of the breast proportional to other parts of the body. The nipple and areola position returned to normal.
1. Is breast reduction suitable for me?
Breast reduction is suitable for all ages, but plastic surgeons recommend waiting until breast development stops. Both childbirth and breastfeeding will affect the size and shape of breasts. If you are preparing for pregnancy or childbirth, it is necessary for you to discuss your operation plan with your doctor.
Breast reduction is suitable for:
Large breasts cause shoulder, neck and back pain and discomfort;
The breast hangs heavily, and the nipple areola is located below it;
Compared with the body contour, the proportion of breasts is too large;
Erosion of the fold under the breast;
Too large and overweight breasts affect physical activity;
Excessive chest affects self-esteem;
Unilateral breast hypertrophy.
2. Suggested comments
Like other breast operations, we should first consult the doctor about the operation, so that the doctor can check the size and shape of the breast and understand the redundancy of skin and breast tissue. Assess your physical and mental condition; Then I will discuss with you the specific operation and the achievable goals. Previous surgical history, medication history and weight loss should also be explained to the doctor in advance for reference.
3. How to do breast reduction?
The doctor will decide the specific operation according to his major, your breast condition and your expected effect. The most commonly used surgical methods will leave scars around areola, under nipple and under breast folds. (same as breast enhancement). But the difference is that it must remove excess skin fat and breast tissue, shrink the breast areola to a suitable size, and raise the nipple areola to the front of the breast instead of below. Local breast liposuction can be a fashion supplement.
Because the nipple and areola are still closely attached to the deep tissue, the feeling of nipple and areola can be preserved, and the breastfeeding function can also be preserved, but it is not absolutely guaranteed.
Other surgical methods and incisions can also be used to minimize incision scars. If the breast contains more adipose tissue, small incision liposuction is usually used alone.
4. Is it safe to shrink your chest?
Like breast enhancement, breast reduction also has its complications and risks. It is important that you consult with the doctor in advance, understand clearly, and follow the doctor's preoperative orders and postoperative instructions.
5. What should I do before the operation?
After making an appointment with a doctor, you must do the following:
Avoid taking drugs that may affect the operation (vitamin E, aspirin, etc. );
Arrange the help and care of friends or relatives after operation;
Quit smoking and drinking before and after operation;
It is best to have a mammogram before the operation, especially if you have a family history of breast cancer.
6. About the nursing on the day of operation, postoperative recovery, postoperative effect judgment and other issues.