Indications for breast reduction surgery

Breast reduction surgeries are performed on women for aesthetic reasons as well as for health reasons. Breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia, during the procedure, fat tissue, part of the gland are reduced and excess skin is removed.

The breast is shaped in such a way as to achieve the effect of a smaller, non-sagging breast. Depending on the breast reduction method, the incisions and scars are around the areola and vertically from the areola to the crease under the breast or around the areola, vertically and in the inframammary fold.

Recommendations after breast reduction surgery

After the procedure, the patient has a dressing, drain and a specialist bra. After the procedure, patients may experience swelling, pain in the operated area, a feeling of numbness in the breasts, and decreased sensation of the nipples. All of these sensations disappear approximately two weeks after the procedure.

Reduction breast augmentation surgery leaves a mark in the form of a thin scar, which is more visible immediately after the procedure, but over time the scars become paler and less visible .

It is also worth supporting the disappearance of scars by using appropriate creams and treatments such as deep oscillation.

For several weeks after the procedure, the patient must wear a specially fitted bra both day and night. Physical activity can be resumed no sooner than after 6 weeks.

It is not recommended to use a swimming pool, sauna or hot bath. It is recommended to sleep with your head raised and to put pillows under your shoulders.