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Patient Satisfaction surveys indicate that women who have surgical breast reduction rank the highest in satisfaction. If you are a woman with overly large breasts and feel you would appreciate smaller, firmer breasts, you may benefit from this procedure. With the ability to wear a greater variety of clothing and styles, you may also find an improved self image. Many women have reported that they find a new freedom in their physical life and less stress in their emotional life.
When should Breast Reduction be planned?
Although breast reduction
can be performed at any age, Plastic surgeons usually recommend waiting until breast development has stopped. Childbirth and breast-feeding may affect the size and shape of your breasts. If you plan to breast-feed in the future, you should discuss this with Dr Stevens.
Am I a good Candidate?
You may be a good candidate for breast reduction if you have any of the following conditions:
- Pain in your back, neck, or shoulder caused by the weight of your breasts
- Shoulder indentations due to tight bras straps from the weight of your breasts
- Breast size is too large in proportion to your body size
- You have heavy, sagging breasts with very low nipples and areolas
- Self-consciousness about the large size of your breasts
- One breast that is much larger than the other
Dr. Stevens has significant experience in all breast reduction surgical techniques including short scar or vertical breast reduction.
What is breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation, also referred to as augmentation mammaplasty, is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to increase the size of the breast by inserting a saline or silicone implant under the breast tissue or under the chest muscle. Incisions may be located in the crease beneath the breast (inframammary), around the areola (periareolar), or in the armpit (axillary). The implant may also be inserted through an incision made at the naval, or belly button.
Who is a good candidate for breast augmentation?
Ideal candidates for breast augmentation include women who are looking to increase the size of the breasts and are healthy, realistic in their expectations, and aware of all risks and benefits of the procedure. There are a number of reasons why a women may seek breast augmentation including the following: small breasts or breasts that are disproportionate to the rest of the body; uneven breasts; decreased breast volume resulting from weight loss; and changes in breast size and shape resulting from pregnancy.
Is there anything that needs to be done to prepare for breast augmentation surgery?
To reduce the risk of blood clots and infection, patients should stop smoking and drinking alcohol about two weeks before surgery. Patients will also need to avoid certain medication which can increase bleeding, including aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs. Procedures performed on an outpatient basis will require that you arrange for a ride home after surgery and for someone to stay with you during the first night.
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