Albany Breast Reduction
Breast Reduction Overview
You have always been unhappy with your big, heavy over-sized breasts. They are uncomfortable and often times give you shoulder and back pain. You have wanted to have your breasts reduced to give you a more natural and more feminine appearance. The plastic surgeons at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York can help you realize your goal through breast reduction surgery. Contact us today for answers to your breast reduction questions.
Smaller, more shapely breasts can be a reality through breast reduction surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group. Imagine going into a store and finding clothes that you look great in because your breasts aren't huge any more. Just think how much more comfortable and confident you'll be with your breasts when you are in a bathing suit at the beach or in a sexy dress. Won't it be nice to be able to exercise, sleep and even walk more easily and more comfortably because your breasts aren't too big or always in the way? You won't be as tired from literally carrying around pounds and pounds of extra breast tissue, once you've had successful breast reduction surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group.
The first step towards having smaller, more comfortable and more attractive breasts is to make an appointment for a private consultation with one of the plastic surgeons at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York. At this consultation, your plastic surgeon will explain the procedure to you and answer your questions regarding the surgery, how to prepare for breast reduction surgery and what to expect after your surgery. Your plastic surgeon will also explain to you that breast reduction surgery isn't a good option if you are planning to breast feed and will want to be sure that you have reasonable expectations about the new look of your breasts and your body after the surgery.
You've thought about it for so long. Why not take the first step to having smaller, better shaped, more attractive and more comfortable breasts? Call The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York at 518-438-0505 and make your consultation appointment.
The Procedure
There are several surgical techniques for breast reduction, but the one most commonly used for breast reduction surgery involves an incision around the areola. The incision resembles the shape of a boat anchor with the bottom portion following the curve below the breast. Through the incision, your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York will remove the extra tissue, fat and skin that have caused your breasts to be too large. Your surgeon will also reposition the nipple and areola and will shape the breasts around them, giving your breasts a new contour. Sometimes, liposuction is used to eliminate extra fatty tissue from under the arms.
When the breasts are very large or hang extremely, both the nipples and areolas are usually taken off and repositioned through grafting. Sometimes the areola is recreated using a tattoo to resemble a natural areola.
Stitches will be placed following the anchor shape of the incision. Sometimes, the scar from the vertical incision can be made almost invisible. And in some cases when the large breasts are caused by an excessive amount of fat alone, liposuction can be used exclusively and the resulting scars are far less extensive and noticeable.
Recovering
After your breast reduction surgery you will experience some discomfort and some pain for the first few days to a week. This may be controlled by medications that your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group will prescribe for you. You will also be wearing an elastic bandage and then a surgical bra over your bandages. For the first day or two following your surgery, you may have a drainage tube inserted to eliminate blood and fluids more effectively from the incision areas. When your bandages are removed after the first couple of days, you will need to continue to wear the surgical bra until your swelling and bruising subside. This usually occurs within several weeks. In most cases, stitches are removed within three weeks after surgery.
As you heal, you will continue to feel less and less discomfort. But you may feel achy for a few weeks following your surgery. During this time, you should not do any heavy lifting or strenuous pushing. Follow the directions of your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group regarding returning to work, exercise and sexual activity. Remember that you will have less energy for a few weeks following your surgery and that you need to reduce your physical activity to help your body recover.
Potential Risks and Complications
After breast reduction surgery, some patients might experience a temporary infection, some bleeding or have a reaction to the type of anesthesia used during the operation. These conditions are rare and your Albany plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group will give you detailed instructions to follow to help avoid these.
Some patients may also notice small sores in the breast nipple area which can be treated with cream prescribed by your plastic surgeon.
Scarring is inevitable with breast reduction surgery, although your plastic surgeon will make every effort to conceal the scarring as much as possible. These scars will fade over time, however they will be permanent. It is very important to follow your plastic surgeon's directions pre- and post-operatively to promote optimum scar healing.
Because breast reduction surgery eliminates a good number of the ducts that produce breast milk, you may not be able to breast feed. You may also experience some loss of sensitivity in your breasts and the nipple area.
Common Questions About Breast Reductions
Will insurance pay for my breast reduction surgery?
In some cases insurance will pay for breast reduction surgery. You should discuss this with your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group during your consultation. You can also contact your insurance provider for more information.
How long does the surgery normally take?
Breast reduction surgery usually takes several hours to complete.
Where will the surgery take place?
Breast reduction surgery is conducted in a hospital operating room and you will be admitted for a couple days after your surgery.
Will there be any loss of feeling in the breasts?
Sometimes patients experience a temporary numbness or loss of sensitivity following breast reduction surgery. In most cases this will correct itself during the healing process, although permanent sensitivity loss can occur. Ask your plastic surgeon about this during the consultation.
To find out more about breast reduction surgery in the Albany, Schenectady and Saratoga area, contact The Plastic Surgery Group at 518-438-0505 or send us an email today. Fill our our online form for a complimentary cosmetic consultation.
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