Breast Reduction – Treatment of Oversized Breasts & Breast Lift
Breast reduction for a lighter daily life and a harmonious appearance.
Breast reduction is a plastic surgery procedure performed to reduce the size of the breast, lift it, and give it a more harmonious shape.
A very large and sagging breast can create functional problems, such as back, neck and shoulder pain, as well as psychological burden due to body image. Breast reduction can provide substantial relief, improved posture, greater comfort in everyday life and a more balanced female silhouette.
What is breast reduction?
Breast reduction is a surgical procedure in which excess skin, fat, and glandular tissue are removed to achieve a smaller breast size, a better shape, and a more lifted position.
During the procedure, the nipple is moved higher, the breast is reshaped and the result is more youthful, functional and aesthetically harmonious.
What problems does an oversized breast cause?
A very large breast can cause functional problems, such as:
Back and shoulder pain
Cervical discomfort or injuries
Difficulty breathing
Mastodynia
Neurological problems
Kyphosis
Dermatitis in the submammary area
Difficulty exercising
Limitation in daily activities
At the same time, it can affect the woman's psychology, causing:
discomfort
Feeling of inferiority
Decreased self-confidence
Loss of sexual desire
Withdrawal from social interactions
Limitation of sports activities
Are the results permanent?
Yes. The results of breast reduction are permanent, provided that there is no significant increase in body weight.
Significant weight gain can again affect the size and shape of the breasts.
Possible complications
The risk of complications is low when the surgery is performed by an experienced plastic surgeon.
Possible complications are:
Redness around the nipple
Hematoma
Inflammation
Scar hypertrophy
Fat necrosis, extremely rare, with a rate of approximately 1%.
Most complications are easily treated with appropriate medical intervention.
What will the scars look like?
In the first period, the scars are usually intensely red.
The doctor may recommend a special cream to help with healing. Over time, scars become whiter and harder to see.
The final picture depends on the healing capacity of each organism.
Is breast augmentation linked to breast cancer?
No. There is no established link between breast augmentation and breast cancer.
This is a widespread fear that has not been confirmed by scientific studies.
Will the breast augmentation need to be repeated?
Breast augmentation can be repeated in certain cases, such as:
Resize inserts
Change of implant type
Creating a capsule
Desire for a different aesthetic result
Breast reduction for a better quality of life
Breast reduction is a procedure that not only improves body image, but also a woman's daily life. It reduces the burden on the back, neck and shoulders, improves posture and provides greater comfort in movement, clothing and exercise.
With proper planning and an experienced plastic surgeon, the result can be natural, functional and aesthetically harmonious.
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Advantages of breast reduction
Breast reduction can offer:
Breast weight reduction
Relief from back, neck and shoulder pain
Improving posture
Breast lift
More harmonious and youthful shape
Better fitting clothes and underwear
Easier participation in sports activities
Improvement of inframammary dermatitis
Boosting self-confidence
Improved quality of life
Which women are suitable candidates?
Suitable candidates for breast reduction are women who:
They have reached the age of 18.
They have very large breasts, usually from a bra size D and up.
Are experiencing pain or heaviness due to their breasts
They experience breast sagging
They have good general health
They have mental balance
They have realistic expectations for the outcome
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What should you do before breast reduction?
Before surgery, it is important to inform the doctor about:
Your medical history
Any medication
Use of anticoagulants
Smoking
Previous surgeries
If you smoke, you will need to quit smoking, as it negatively affects scar healing.
Preoperative assessment includes:
General blood test
Chest X-ray
Electrocardiogram
Cardiological examination
After surgery
After breast reduction, the patient remains in the clinic for one day for preventive reasons.
Antibiotics are administered to reduce the chance of infection. The next day, the drains are removed, the pressure dressing is changed, and the patient returns home.
In the first few days it is normal to have:
- Mild pain
- discomfort
- Edema
- Feeling of tension
Postoperative pain during the first 3 days is tolerable and is treated with simple analgesics.
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Useful information about treatment
| Information | details |
|---|---|
| Type of surgery | Breast reduction / Breast reduction |
| Anesthesia | General |
| Duration of surgery | Usually 3-4 hours |
| Hospitalization | 1 day |
| Drains | Removed the next day |
| Sutures | Removed in approximately 2 weeks |
| Pain | Treated with simple analgesics |
| Return to light activities | In 4–5 days |
| Return to sedentary work | About 1 week |
| Final result | Approximately in 3 months |
| Duration of effect | Permanent, with constant weight |
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When do I return to daily activities?
In the first few days it is normal to experience fatigue and discomfort.
Usually:
In 4-5 days you can do mild daily activities.
After 1 week you can return to sedentary work.
If the work is manual, it is recommended to return after the stitches are removed.
Sexual activity should be avoided in the first few days, according to the doctor's instructions.
When are the results visible?
The difference is visible immediately after removing the bandages.
However, the final result becomes noticeable after approximately 3 months, when the breast has taken its new position and the swelling has subsided.
frequently asked questions
What is breast reduction?
It is the surgery that reduces the size of the breast by removing excess tissue and reshaping the breasts.
Which woman is a suitable candidate?
Women over 18 years of age with large, heavy or sagging breasts and good general health.
How long does the surgery take?
Usually 3 to 4 hours.
What anesthesia is used?
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia.
When do I return to work?
In sedentary work in about a week. In manual work after the stitches are removed.
When will the final result be visible?
The final result becomes visible after approximately 3 months.
Is the result permanent?
Yes, as long as there is no significant increase in body weight.
Is breastfeeding affected?
The technique does not affect the milk ducts or the nipple. However, future pregnancy may change the shape of the breast again.
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Arms
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Sides
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How is breast reduction performed?
Step 1: Preoperative planning
The plastic surgeon marks on the body the axis of the breasts, the mid-chest line and the new position of the nipple.
Step 2: General anesthesia
The surgery is performed under general anesthesia.
Step 3: Sections
The incision is made around the nipple and reaches the inframammary fold.
Step 4: Removal of excess tissue
Excess skin, fat, and mammary gland are removed.
Βήμα 5: Ανόρθωση θηλής και διαμόρφωση μαστού
The nipple moves higher, and the breast takes on a smaller, perkier, and more natural shape.
Step 6: Suturing and bandaging
The incisions are sutured, drains are placed, and the chest is covered with a special pressure bandage.
advice before and after treatment
Advice before breast reduction
- Inform the doctor about any medication you are taking.
- Please indicate if you are taking anticoagulants.
- Quit smoking as directed.
- Complete the necessary preoperative checkup.
- Clearly discuss the size and result you desire.
- Maintain a stable body weight before surgery.
Advice after breast reduction
- Ακολουθήστε τη φαρμακευτική αγωγή που θα σας δοθεί.
- Advice after breast reduction
- Avoid sexual activity for the first time.
- Avoid sexual activity for the first time.
- Follow the instructions for caring for the incisions.
- Maintain a stable body weight to protect the result.
- Maintain a stable body weight to protect the result.
