Many women with very large breasts suffer from back pain, poor posture, skin rashes, breathing problems, and skeletal deformities. Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammaplasty, can provide relief from these symptoms.
But many women also seek out breast reduction surgery because they are uncomfortable with the unwanted attention that their breast size draws, which may have, over the course of their lives, inhibited them from engaging in a wide range of social and physical activities. Breast reduction surgery can help a woman regain a positive self-image, providing motivation to move forward in life with confidence.
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During your consultation, Dr. Karlinsky and you will discuss your expectations for breast reduction surgery; she will evaluate which goals are within reach and propose a plan for the operation. Dr. Karlinsky will talk to you about the risks and possible complications of breast reduction surgery and its long-term effects. Women who plan to become pregnant, for example, should not consider this surgery, as it can interfere with breastfeeding.
Types of Breast Reduction Surgery
The size and shape of your breasts, as well as amount of reduction, helps decide which type of surgery is right for you.
> Traditional Breast Reduction Surgery – For women with extremely large breasts, the traditional method, also called an anchor pattern or Wise pattern reduction, is often the best choice. Incisions are made horizontally under the breast in the crease and extend vertically up to and around the nipple, creating an anchor pattern. The anchor shaped incision allows Dr. Karlinsky to remove more tissue than other methods, maximizing results.
The major drawback to the traditional method is that it leads to more scarring than other breast reduction surgery techniques. These scars, however, can often be hidden by bathing suits and even low cut tops.
> Vertical Incision Breast Reduction Surgery – Women with moderately large breasts are the best candidates for vertical incision breast reductions. The vertical incision technique, also known as the short scar or LeJour breast reduction, typically results in shapelier breasts and less scarring than traditional breast reduction surgery. Incisions in this technique extend around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease, making a lollipop pattern.
> Scar-less Breast Reduction Surgery – Scar-less breast reduction is ideal for women whose breasts have more fatty tissue than glandular tissue. The appropriate amount of fat is removed by liposuction, with minimal or no visible scarring; it also leaves the nipples intact so that the patient has a reduced risk of breastfeeding complications and losing sensation in the nipple area. Men with gynecomastia (excess breast tissue) can also achieve desired results with male breast reduction through liposuction.
Breast reduction surgery generally takes a few hours, and is performed under general anesthesia
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