Surgery Time:
1.5 - 3 hoursTime Off Work:
2 weeksHospital Stay:
2 nightsCompression Garments:
Sports bra worn for 2 weeksExercise:
4-6 weeksSexual Activity:
Restricted activity after 4 weeksRecovery Time:
6-8 weeksWhy Do People Have it?
The aim of breast reduction surgery is to remove excess fat and skin from very large breasts to that they are more in proportion with the rest of your body. Below is a list of reasons why you may decide to have your breasts reduced:
• Relieve pain and discomfortWho is Suitable?
If you are unhappy with the size of your large breasts, you may be an ideal candidate for breast reduction surgery. Below is a list to use as a guide for suitable candidates:
A breast reduction consultation lasts around 20 minutes to one hour. It is an opportunity to find out everything you need to know about having your breasts reduced in size along with undergoing a medical examination of your breasts, nipples, areola and upper body proportion.
During a consultation, you will discuss the reasons for wanting a breast reduction along with any goals and outcomes you wish to achieve. It is important to be honest and ask every possible question you can think of so that there are no doubts about proceeding with surgery. Your surgeon will need to know about your medical history and any conditions or allergies you may have. You will also be made aware of any risks and complications related to reduction mammaplasty.
When having your physical assessment, you will be asked about family and personal breast screening whilst your surgeon checks:
• The quality and quantity of your breast tissueIf you are unhappy with the size of your large breasts, you may be an ideal candidate for breast reduction surgery. Below is a list to use as a guide for suitable candidates:
• You are female over the age of 18 with large breastsBreast reduction surgery is performed under general anaesthetic, meaning you will be asleep for the duration of the operation. Occasionally local anaesthetic with sedation is used, but general anaesthetic is more common. Your surgeon will carry out a number of steps from the beginning of the procedure to the end, which typically involves:
• Removing excess skin, fat and breast tissue from each breastPreparing yourself for what is to come before and after breast reduction surgery is the best way to have the most positive experience without added stress and so that things run as smoothly as possible. Below is some general breast reduction surgery guidance:
– Immediately after surgery
You will be placed on a ward after your breast reduction procedure and will stay overnight in hospital until the anaesthetic has worn off. You will typically be discharged within 24 hours.
• SleepingBreast reduction surgery comes with a number of risks and potential complications. It is very important that you are aware of the risks before proceeding with your procedure. Below is a list of complications associated with reduction mammaplasty:
• ScarsThe Mayfair Medical started life in 2005 when our founding surgeons began their practice privately in North West of England & Greater London Region.