Female Breast Reduction Surgery in Delhi

INTRODUCTION

Breast reduction surgery aims at removal of excess breast tissue, skin and fat to restore the ideal body proportions of a woman. Candidates of breast reduction are  otherwise healthy women with any of the following problems:

Excessively large breasts with sagging and downward pointing nipples. 

Asymmetrical breasts is a condition where one breast is significantly larger than the other one. 

Difficulty in maintaining hygiene with skin irritation /chronic infection under the breasts. 

Weight-related symptoms like chronic neck and shoulder pain.

Prior to the procedure, the plastic surgeon has a detailed consultation with the patient. Careful pre-operative planning involves a discussion about the incisions planned.  

Types of anesthesia

Breast reduction is usually performed under general anesthesia. The duration of the surgery varies between 2 to 4 hrs depending on the extent of reduction needed.

Types  Of Breast Reduction  

Depending on the extent of reduction required, various techniques have been designed for reducing the breast size.

These includes:

1. Liposuction:   This involves reducing the fatty component of the breast without excision of glandular tissue. It can provide a small amount of reduction only and is suited to older patients with mainly fatty tissue, however, it avoids any major incisions and ensures quick healing in the post-op period.

2. Vertical or “Lollipop ”  Breast reduction: this is suited to patients with mild to moderately large breasts. It involves an incision around the brown part of the breast (areolae) running down the center to the center to the breast, it produces a single vertical scar.

3. “Donut” Breast Reduction: this is a very popular technique in patients who have mild breast enlargement. It involves an incision around the areola only. The scar is hidden in the brown skin and settles very well over a period of time.

4. Inverted  ‘T’ or wise pattern: This is one of the most common techniques of breast reduction suitable for all candidates. It involves a vertical scar running from the areolae to the breast areas. It allows the surgeon greater control of the breast shape and proportion. 

Why Consider Breast Reduction Surgery in India?

Reduction mammoplasty or breast reduction surgery comes with a myriad of benefits, ones that are both tied to both physical as well as the mental well-being of the patient. It takes care of both, from alleviating chronic pain to uplifting people’s confidence.

Some of the potential benefits associated with this procedure include:

• One of the primary benefits of breast reduction surgery is the relief from physical discomfort associated with excessively large breasts (macromastia). It helps eliminate chronic pain in the neck, shoulder, and back. It also gets rid of poor posture and grooves in the shoulder.
• Large breasts often limit physical movement, making activities such as running, yoga, weight training, and even basic exercises uncomfortable or painful. Patients who undergo the procedure often find participating in sports, workouts, and other physical activities more manageable.
• Finding well-fitted clothes, bras, and swimsuits can be challenging for individuals with disproportionately large breasts. With breast reduction surgery, this woe is addressed quite well, allowing individuals to flaunt more appropriately sized clothing on their bodies.
• Many individuals with excessively large breasts suffer from self-consciousness, social anxiety, and emotional distress related to their appearance. Breast reduction alleviates a lot of these body image concerns and reduces the social discomfort that many women with large breasts experience.
• Large breasts often lead to persistent rashes, infections, and irritation in the folds beneath the breasts (intertrigo) due to sweat accumulation and friction. Undergoing breast reduction eliminates chronic skin irritation and improves airflow and hygiene, too.

How to Maintain Results and Health After Breast Reduction?

Breast reduction surgery offers long-term relief from discomfort and enhances overall quality of life. However, maintaining the results from the surgery usually involves a proactive approach to health, lifestyle and self-care.

Some of the tips to make that possible are:

• Maintaining a stable weight is crucial to maintain the results of breast reduction since excess weight gain can cause breasts to enlarge again due to fat accumulation.
• Wearing a well-fitted bra is vital in supporting the breasts and maintaining the surgical results. This explains why getting professional bra fitting for at least 6-12 months after the surgery is essential.
• Beyond weight management, it is also essential to strengthen the chest and back muscles, and one of the best ways to do this is by exercising. Regular exercise prevents weight gain, maintains a healthy breast size, and reduces strain on the shoulders, neck and spine.
• After the surgery, optimal recovery and results from the procedure also rely on your posture. Good posture prevents strain on the shoulders and back, maintaining the aesthetic outcome of breast reduction.

At Aestiva, you will get a rundown of all the relevant insights about your post-op care and how to maintain the results from the surgery from our plastic surgeons.