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Breast Lifting and Reduction
Canst thou not...Cleanse the suff'd bosom of that perilous stuff
Which weights upon the heart ?
Macbeth, v,3,48, William Shakespeare
Large breasts are frequently associated with chronic shoulder, breast and neck pain, severe indentation of the bra straps into the shoulders, poor posture with chafing and rashes under the breasts. They frequently result in an inability to participate in an exercise program or wear fashionable clothes. By surgically removing the excess breast tissue these symptoms are greatly relieved. Several surgical techniques are available depending on the patient’s individual anatomy.
The most common procedure utilizes an anchor-shaped incision that circles the areola (pigmented skin around the nipple), extends downward, and follows the natural curve of the crease beneath the breast. The excess breast tissue is removed and a new breast is sculpted and moved higher on the chest wall by moving skin from both sides of the breast down and around the areola. When needed, liposuction may be used to remove excess fat from the arm pit area.
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Depending on the size of the breasts, the operation lasts 3 to 4 hours and is usually performed under general anesthesia in an outpatient surgery facility. After surgery, you'll be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a surgical bra over gauze dressings. You may feel some pain for the first couple of days-especially when you move around or cough-and some discomfort for a week or more. Pain medication prescribed by your surgeon will effectively lessen the pain. Most patients are able to return to work within 2 weeks of surgery and to resume strenuous physical activities in 4-6 weeks. Among the commonest side effects of the procedure are temporary swelling, bruising or nipple numbness.
The vast majority of patients are extremely happy with their results. Of all plastic surgery procedures, breast reduction results in the quickest body-image changes. You'll be rid of the physical discomfort of large breasts, your body will look better proportioned, and clothes will fit you better. For many women, whose breast size prevented them from enjoying an active life style and fashionable clothes, the operation literally gives them a second chance to enjoy life. The only trade-off associated with this operation are its permanent surgical scars. The procedure does leave noticeable, permanent scars, although they'll be covered by your bra or bathing suit. Your surgeon will make every effort to make your scars as inconspicuous as possible and place them can so that you can even wear low-cut tops.
As with any surgery, there is always a possibility of complications. Future breast-feeding may not be possible, since the surgery removes many of the milk ducts leading to the nipples. The procedure may also leave you with slightly mismatched breasts or unevenly positioned nipples. Potential complications may include bleeding, hematoma, infection, breast asymmetry, slow healing or separation of surgical incisions, widened or raised surgical scars, permanent nipple numbness, and very rarely loss of nipple tissue. Poor healing and wider scars are more common in smokers.
Breast reduction is usually performed for physical relief rather than simply cosmetic improvement. Most women who have the surgery are troubled by very large, sagging breasts that restrict their activities and cause them physical discomfort. Although we see increasing restrictions and denials by insurance companies, many insurance companies still cover the operation as a "medically necessary" procedure.
Can Breast Reduction or a Breast Lift answer your particular needs ?
If you would like to learn more about it and see what it can do for you, please, call (901) 752-1412 to schedule your consultation.
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This web site has been prepared to give you a basic understanding of this type of cosmetic procedure. If you want to learn more or have any further questions, please call us at (901) 752-1412 to arrange a consultation with one of our doctors. You will be under no obligation to undergo surgery by attending a consultation with either Dr. Aldea or Dr. Eby.
Please, call 752-1412 for your appointment today!
Cosmetic surgery is an investment in yourself.
An investment which could make a world of
difference in your outlook.
Peter A. Aldea, M.D. Patricia L. Eby, M.D.
Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery
Members of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Fellows of The American College of Surgeons |
Cosmetic Surgery Specialists of Memphis, PLLC
6401 Poplar Avenue, Suite 360, Memphis, Tennessee 38119
Telephone (901) 752-1412
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