Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes excess breast tissue, fat and skin to reduce breast size and weight. The procedure reshapes the breasts and repositions the nipples and areolas when required to create a breast size that is more proportionate to the body.
For some women, large breasts cause more than concerns about appearance. Their weight may contribute to persistent neck, shoulder and back pain, skin irritation beneath the breasts, difficulty exercising and discomfort when wearing certain clothes or bras. Breast reduction surgery may help relieve these problems while improving breast shape.
The surgical approach depends on breast size, skin elasticity, the amount of tissue to be removed and the patient's goals. During consultation, Dr. Priyanka Sharma can assess these factors and discuss whether breast reduction surgery is suitable.
Breast reduction may be considered when breast size causes physical discomfort, limits daily activities or creates concerns about body proportions.
Get expert advice on breast reduction surgery and find out if it is right for you.
Breast reduction surgery may be considered by patients experiencing physical discomfort or concerns related to breast size. Consultation with Dr. Priyanka Sharma helps assess individual symptoms, discuss the expected changes, and explain the procedure, possible scars, recovery, and potential complications.
The consultation considers discomfort, skin irritation, activity limitations, breast size, and the patient's treatment goals.
Patients can learn about the incision patterns and surgical approaches that may be suitable for their anatomy.
The consultation covers expected scarring, changes in breast shape and sensation, and possible effects on breastfeeding.
The proposed procedure is considered in relation to breast anatomy, medical history, and the patient's expectations.
Information about wound care, support garments, activity restrictions, and follow-up helps patients prepare for recovery.
The appropriate technique depends on breast size, tissue volume, skin quality, nipple position and reshaping goals.
Suitability is established through medical evaluation rather than size alone. A patient may be considered if she:
Development should be complete. Weight modifications, pregnancy or future breastfeeding goals should be reviewed during consultation.
The exact steps vary based on anatomy and selected incision methods. The standard roadmap includes:
Reviewing medical history, symptoms, goals, skin quality, and tissue proportions to plan the optimal reduction approach.
Mapping out incision designs, final size targets, potential scar routes, and considerations regarding nipple sensation.
Performing required blood panels, breast imaging, medication reviews, and planning home recovery support.
Administering general anaesthesia followed by precise surgical incisions matching the agreed technique.
Excising surplus skin/fat, reshaping structural tissue, repositioning the areola complex, closing incisions, and applying support dressings.
Costs depend on tissue volume removed, technique applied, hospital facilities, and anesthetic fees evaluated during consultation.
If large breasts cause physical discomfort or affect your daily activities, a consultation can help you understand whether breast reduction surgery is an appropriate option. Dr. Priyanka Sharma assesses individual treatment goals, symptoms, and anatomy to design a custom surgical approach.
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