PROCEDURE DETAILS
During your initial consultation we will talk through exactly what you are looking to achieve and the volume reduction you are seeking.
Any desired changes in shape and position will also be discussed. Most people are looking for moderate reductions that are combined with a breast lift to give a more youthful appearance. People with very large breasts also get symptoms such as back, shoulder or neck pain, which often improve after surgery.
TECHNIQUES
There are a whole variety of techniques depending on your shape, what you are looking for and the scars you are prepared to accept to achieve this.
Most people do best with procedures that involve a scar around the areola, a vertical scar from the areola down to the crease below the breast and a further scar within the crease. Most of the scars are therefore hidden fairly well and settle with time. I don’t use surgical drains in my patients.
RECOVERY AT A GLANCE
RECOVERY AT A GLANCE
Most patients feel up to going home the same day and prefer this to staying in hospital overnight, but you have the option of staying overnight if you live alone, live far away, have your operation in the evening or would just rather stay overnight.
You can get in the shower to wash as soon as you like, but should avoid soaking your scars in water for prolonged periods during the first 2 weeks such as deep baths or swimming.
Most of the swelling and discomfort settles within 2-3 weeks, though it can take a few months to settle completely. The scars usually improve considerably over the first 3 months, but will take a year to settle completely.
We will arrange a wound check one week after your procedure and follow up in the clinic at 6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months.
KEY FACTS
