Aesthetic breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) is a surgical procedure that reduces the tissue volume of the breasts and aims to eliminate the problems that women faced with large breasts.

Aesthetic breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) is a surgical procedure that reduces the tissue volume of the breasts and aims to eliminate the problems that women faced with large breasts. This surgery corrects the shape, firmness, and position of large breasts that cause problems such as pain, discomfort, skin rash under the breasts, and limitations in physical activities. After breast reduction surgery, women can also achieve aesthetic results such as increased physical comfort and a widening of clothing options. Women who have breast reduction surgery can also gain social benefits, such as increased self-confidence and comfort. In summary, aesthetic breast reduction surgery can positively affect women’s physical and social life and eliminate problems related to large breasts.

 

Who are suitable candidates for breast reduction surgery?

 

Appropriate candidates for breast reduction surgery are usually due to their large breasts compared to the rest of their bodies, such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, weak and heavy breasts, redness and infections under the breast, deep scars caused by bra straps, and large breasts causing difficulty in sleeping or participating in physical activities.

 

How is aesthetic breast reduction surgery done?

 

Breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia. Different incisions and techniques can be used during the surgery, and which technique to choose is determined by the size of the breasts, their sagging, and the reason for the surgery. A keyhole incision is usually used for moderately large and pendulous breasts, but a horizontal incision or inverted T-shaped anchor incision may be required for very large and extremely pendulous breasts.

 

What is the recovery period like after aesthetic breast reduction surgery?

 

The recovery process after aesthetic breast reduction surgery differs according to each patient’s body structure and the surgery’s size. In general, the patient can return to normal activities after a few days, but heavy exercise and physical activities should be avoided. A special bra is worn immediately after the operation, this bra is used to reduce the shape and swelling of the breasts. If drains are used, they are removed within the first few days. The sutures formed in the breasts are self-absorbed. Swelling and bruising may occur in the breasts in the first week, but this is normal and will disappear over time. The patient can return to work one or two weeks after the surgery, but it is necessary to wait four weeks for light exercise. In addition, after the operation, the patient should follow his doctor’s recommendations and follow up for possible problems such as swelling and pain.