Contrary to the common stereotype, women turn to a plastic surgeon not only in order to increase the chest, but also, on the contrary, to reduce it. During life, breast size can undergo changes associated with both the age factor and the consequences of pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, set or weight loss. Big breasts can cause considerable discomfort to a woman in physical terms, not to arrange her (or her partner) in aesthetic attitude, and in some cases and contribute to painful processes and pathological changes. Thus, the big breasts can contribute to osteochondrosis, impaired posture, uneven load on the spine, difficulty breathing in the position of lying and sleep disorders, maceration (diapership) and high sweating. If there is medical testimony, then reduction mammoplastics are carried out at an early age.
Plastic Surgeon Irina Konstantinova
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There are several methods for reducing mammoplasty, each of which is recommended in accordance with the specific situation to a specific patient.
The most common methods include a vertical technique, which consists in carrying out periaterylar incision around the Area in combination with a vertical from the range to the fold under the mammary iron. Thanks to this technique, the shape and size of the breast change with minimal risks, preserved breastfeeding capabilities.
Another method is anchor, during the application of which significant volumes of breast tissue are removed. Periareolar incision and cuts between the arole and the base of the breast and the fold under the mammary gland are carried out. The lack of this method is a more noticeable seam, however, in the most difficult cases, this method is indispensable.
As for the alternative method used by me, the scar is also located around the Area vertically down, but then goes sideways. Accordingly, there is no scar in the neck area. This method allows minimizing the formation of scars after reduction mammoplasty.
The breast decrease operation is usually carried out within a few hours, as a rule - two or three. Under the supervision of the doctor, the patient remains within 1-2 days, less often - a longer period, if it comes to the presence of any robust factors.
For the postoperative period, the presence of a minor pain syndrome is characterized, the patient is lubricated, it takes antibacterial drugs. In the absence of complications, the removal of the seams occurs 10-15 days after the operation performed. Also within a month, a special compression lingerie is recommended.
The risks associated with conducting a breast decrease operation are usually determined by individual factors. The most relevant risks include the preservation of scars, the appearance of edema and hematomas, poor healing of the wounds, the asymmetry of the chest, painful sensations. By the way, breastfeeding after this operation is possible, therefore feared it, if you are going to feed the baby with breasts, it is not worth it.
However, it is not worth afraid of a breast decrease operation: an experienced surgeon with an individual approach to each specific patient will be able to minimize the likelihood of complications. It is the right choice of the attending physician, combined with a careful attitude to his own health and the correct assessment of its physical condition and the possibilities of its body, are the main types of prevention of the occurrence of risks and various negative consequences of the postoperative period.