Mammoplasty: Frequently Asked Questions

The incisions for mammoplasty are usually made around the nipple and downward to the crease under the breast. Some procedures require only a vertical incision, while others require an incision that ends up looking like an anchor. The breast reduction procedure is not a minor one, and scars should be expected. You should discuss with your surgeon his or her incision placement of choice.

You should notice a difference in breast volume immediately, and more as any swelling goes down. For some patients, if the procedure was due to back pain associated with very large breasts, the pain relief is usually immediate.

It takes about a week and a half for most of the swelling to subside, and the rest will gradually resolve over the course of several weeks. There may be bruising, and the amount varies from person to person. You should take pain medication to alleviate any pain or discomfort that you may experience. If you feel as if your pain is severe, call your surgeon’s office.

Less expensive Minimally invasive with less trauma to the breast No visible scars Can be done as an office procedure totally under local anesthesia The procedure removes primarily the fatty tissue from the breast and mostly spares the glandular breast tissue that is needed for milk production (breastfeeding is normally not affected) Mammograms usually appear normal after breast liposuction because the procedure creates little trauma to the breast tissue Fewer post operative complications Touch-up procedures are easily p... ...

The implant may have to be changed after a couple of years when one grows older and the breast size may change with age, sagging breasts etc.

Breast uplift is an aesthetic surgical procedure to be carried out on the breasts to correct sagginess. There is no reduction in the volume of the breasts during this procedure - i.e. no breast tissue itself is removed.

Your cosmetic surgeon will evaluate a number of factors at your first appointment. These include your measurements, the size and shape of your breasts, and the placement of the nipples and areolas. He or she will also take photographs so an accurate record of your progress can be kept. Your plastic surgeon will also give you an estimate of how much breast weight that can be removed.

As with any surgery, there are risks involved like bleeding, infection and delay in wound healing. It is not uncommon for some patients to develop small open areas in their incisions. Antibiotic creams, prescribed by Dr. Cohen, will resolve those sores. You are at increased risk for complications if you have diabetes, poor circulation or smoke. Dr. Cohen will fully present the risks and complications to you during your consultation. ...

The results will be seen soon after the operation although one may experience soreness over the area.

Discuss candidly with your plastic surgeon the size and shape of breasts you would like to have. Remember that although this operation can reshape your breasts, it may not change how you think of yourself or how others think of you. Plan for your care and recovery after the operation. Arrange for someone to drive you home after the procedure. Allow for time to rest and try to find other people to help you with your day-to-day duties. Follow your provider's instructions about not smoking before and after the procedure. ...