| Who is a candidate? |
-If you have large, heavy breasts, which
may be the cause of breathing difficulties, back, shoulder
and neck pain, poor posture, bra-strap indentations and chafing
under the breasts.
-If you have excessive breast size, which may decrease a sense
of attractiveness and self-confidence.
-If large breasts interfere with normal daily activities or
with exercise.
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| Intended Results |
-More attractive contour and smaller breast
size.
-Freedom from health problems associated with excessively
large breasts.
-Improved self image. |
| Procedure Description |
-The procedure is done under general anesthesia
on an outpatient basis or in the hospital.
-Incisions are made around the pigmented area (the nipple-areolar
complex) and extend vertically below the nipple and in the
fold under the breast. The nipple-areolar complex is moved
upward to the desired location; excess breast tissue, fat,
and skin are removed. |
| Recuperation and Healing |
-The incisions are covered with light
dressings.
-Initial discomfort subsides daily and can be controlled with
oral medication.
-Scars will usually fade in 6-12 months.
-Surgery will probably reduce and possibly eliminate, the
ability to breast feed. |
| Other Options |
-An additional procedure
that would enhance the result is Liposuction of the axillary
area to reduce excess fat deposits. |
| Note |
-The specific risks and the suitability
of this procedure for a given individual can be determined
only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures
have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not
affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications
are rare. |
