What is Breast Reduction?
Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammaplasty, is a procedure designed to reduce the size and weight of the breasts by removing excess fat, tissue, and skin. This surgery helps alleviate discomfort and improve the overall proportion and appearance of the breasts.
Many women choose breast reduction to address issues associated with overly large breasts, such as:
- Chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain caused by the weight of heavy breasts.
- Difficulty participating in physical activities or exercise.
- Poor clothing fit due to breasts being out of proportion with the body.
- Skin irritation or rashes beneath the breast crease.
- By reshaping and resizing the breasts, breast reduction surgery can enhance physical comfort and create a more balanced silhouette.
How Breast Reduction Improves Comfort and Appearance
- Relieves physical discomfort, including back, neck, and shoulder pain.
- Improves ease of movement and expands exercise and activity options.
- Achieves better body proportions and a more flattering fit for clothing.
- Resolves skin irritations caused by chafing and sagging.
What is involved in the Breast Reduction Procedure?
Breast reduction is performed under general anaesthetic and is carefully customised to your specific needs. The procedure involves:
1 | Incisions and Tissue Removal
- I make an incision around the areola and vertically down the front of the breast.
- This allows me to remove excess tissue, fat, and skin to reduce the size and reshape the breast for a lighter, more balanced appearance.
2 | Nipple and Areola Repositioning
- The nipple and areola are resized, if necessary, and repositioned higher on the newly contoured breast for a natural look.
3 | Closure and Finishing
- The incisions are meticulously sutured to ensure minimal scarring.
- The area is then dressed to protect the wound and support healing.
