The Top 5 Things You Should Know Before Getting a Breast Reduction Surgery

"Breast reduction surgery is a safe and effective way of enhancing your appearance and quality of life, always recommended being performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!"

·        Do you want to achieve a contoured breast profile by removing excess fat and tissue?

·        Are you struggling with back pain or neck pain due to enlarged & heavy breasts?

·        Do you want to achieve a symmetrical, balanced, and proportionate breast profile by losing around one or two cup sizes?

·        Do you want to alleviate the discomforts associated with huge breasts?

Breast reduction surgery or reduction mammoplasty is an operation to reshape breasts and make them more contoured by removing excess fat and tissue. Breast reduction surgery is the second most common and sought-after plastic surgery after breast augmentation. Not every size fits all, so cup size is differently matched to every individual. But, it is not just losing a particular cup size, as it also enhances the breasts profile by making it more proportionated, symmetrical, and balanced. It is always recommended to undergo breast reduction surgery only with a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Dr. Karishma Kagodu, MS, M CH., a board-certified plastic surgeon, has in-depth knowledge and vast experience in performing breast reduction surgery and has a respected credit record in offering the best breast surgeries for a decade.

The top 5 things that you should know before getting a breast reduction surgery is described below: -

1.    You won't talk in terms of cup size.

The primary reason to talk about grams of breast tissue instead of cup size is that there is no standardized sizing in the bra industry. Thus, it is a bit trickier communication, as one has to understand what aesthetic shape and size they fit for. In addition, everyone has a unique physique or body profile; therefore, the breast size or cup size would be different to match their aesthetic goal. And, so the initial consultation is mandatory to know your best option in terms of size and shape.

2.    The initial few days are the hardest but easily manageable.

The first few days after having the surgery would be the hardest, as you may experience pain and soreness. But, no worries, it is all the effect of the healing process that goes itself followed by post-op measures. You need to follow your plastic surgeon's advice to achieve a smooth healing experience. Soreness may experience for about a week after the surgery. Nipple numbness, itching, or stiffness are also common after the procedure. Try not to scratch the wound, and you'll achieve faster and safe healing.

3.    You might lose nipple sensation.

Every cosmetic surgery carries risks or discomforts easily managed if treated with an expert board-certified plastic surgeon. Apart from infection, pain, blood clots, and allergic reaction to the anesthetic, there is also a chance to experience nipple sensation. Usually, the loss of nipple sensation is temporary, although in some rarer cases, it is permanent. However, you generally have to wait a year or two to be sure. So, it's worth speaking to your surgeon if you have any concerns.

4.    It can impact your ability to breastfeed.

The ability to breastfeed depends on the extent of surgery. With breast reduction surgery, breast tissue is usually removed, and where the tissue is divided, a reduction in milk-producing glands (milk ducts) results in lower milk production. Thus, some women even choose to wait until they feel their family is complete before considering breast reduction surgery.

5.    You'll feel a boost of confidence.

You will experience a high satisfaction rate after breast reduction surgery. The surgery improves your breasts profile and overall appearance; however, you feel more confident and happier. Your psychological, sexual, and personal well-being enhances your deal with a comfortable life after the surgery.

Conclusion:

Overall, breast reduction surgery is an essential consideration for those dealing with physical discomforts or pain due to heavy or large breasts' size. The introductory consultation will guide you best while planning or considering the surgery. It is advisable to choose only a board-certified plastic surgeon and set a realistic goal to achieve the best aesthetic results possible.