Breast Augmentation & Reduction Procedures
Breast augmentation - reduction are opposite procedures meant to increase or decrease breast tissue.
While augmentations usually for esthetic reasons, reduction is to alleviate a host of physical ailments.
Back problems are common with women whose breasts are too large.
Breast reduction eliminates this problem in many women who choose it, it is imperative to discuss with your surgeon which type of surgery is best for re-shaping your breasts.
Many surgeons will use a three incision method.
An incision is made at the curve of the crease of the breast.
Another is made from the lower side of the areola to below the breast and the third is made along the outside of the areola.
These incisions allow removal of excess fat and tissue as well as skin.
The breast is re-shaped and lifted to it's new desired shape.
Liposuction may also be used to get the ultimate look.
Attention to detail would include reducing the areolas to be in proportion to the newly sized breasts.
To prevent loss of sensation, the nipple is left attached to the tissue below it.
This also safeguards against losing the ability to produce milk in the future.
Nothing is completely guaranteed, but problems are a rare occurrence.
A major concern in this type of surgery would be scarring.
Your surgeon will give you specific instructions to be followed which will reduce the possibility of severe scarring.
Breast augmentation, reduction or any other type of cosmetic surgery should be researched fully and choosing a highly qualified plastic surgeon is key.
While augmentations usually for esthetic reasons, reduction is to alleviate a host of physical ailments.
Back problems are common with women whose breasts are too large.
Breast reduction eliminates this problem in many women who choose it, it is imperative to discuss with your surgeon which type of surgery is best for re-shaping your breasts.
Many surgeons will use a three incision method.
An incision is made at the curve of the crease of the breast.
Another is made from the lower side of the areola to below the breast and the third is made along the outside of the areola.
These incisions allow removal of excess fat and tissue as well as skin.
The breast is re-shaped and lifted to it's new desired shape.
Liposuction may also be used to get the ultimate look.
Attention to detail would include reducing the areolas to be in proportion to the newly sized breasts.
To prevent loss of sensation, the nipple is left attached to the tissue below it.
This also safeguards against losing the ability to produce milk in the future.
Nothing is completely guaranteed, but problems are a rare occurrence.
A major concern in this type of surgery would be scarring.
Your surgeon will give you specific instructions to be followed which will reduce the possibility of severe scarring.
Breast augmentation, reduction or any other type of cosmetic surgery should be researched fully and choosing a highly qualified plastic surgeon is key.
