Breast Reduction surgery (Mammoplasty Reduction )

Many women suffer from unusually large breasts and an assortment of accompanying problems: back and neck pain, skin irritations, breathing problems, and difficulty in finding clothes that fit. A breast reduction removes fat, breast tissue, and skin, leaving smaller, lighter breasts. It also repositions the nipple and can reduce the size of the areola, the dark skin surrounding the nipple. An incision around the areola, down, and under the breast is usually required.



Some insurance companies cover this procedure if it is done for medical reasons. This procedure takes around three hours and is done under general anesthesia. The first night after the procedure is spent in either the hospital or an overnight care facility.



Drains will be used but they are usually removed the next day. Medication will control the minimal pain and discomfort that patients usually experience. Bruising and swelling are to be expected. Recovery time varies, but plan on two weeks before returning to work. Heavy lifting will be restricted longer. Patients can usually resume driving two weeks after the procedure.