BREAST SURGERY

Service Description

What Is Breast Surgery? Breast surgery refers to a group of procedures aimed at altering the size, shape, position, or symmetry of the breasts, either for aesthetic enhancement, reconstruction after mastectomy, or functional improvement (e.g., reducing discomfort from overly large breasts). It is one of the most commonly performed areas in plastic surgery, often included in Mommy Makeovers, post-weight loss body contouring, and gender-affirming care. 🔍 Main Types of Breast Surgery - Breast Augmentation (Augmentation Mammoplasty) · Increases size or restores volume · Uses silicone or saline implants, or fat transfer; incision options include inframammary, periareolar, transaxillary - Breast Lift (Mastopexy) · Lifts and reshapes sagging breasts · Often combined with implants for volume; does not significantly change size - Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammoplasty) · Reduces size and weight of breasts · Relieves back, neck, and shoulder pain; improves posture and mobility - Breast Reconstruction · Rebuilds breast shape after mastectomy or injury Implant-based or autologous tissue flaps (DIEP, TRAM, latissimus dorsi) - Breast Revision Surgery · Corrects or improves results of prior breast surgery · Addresses implant issues, asymmetry, or changes over time ✅ Benefits Aesthetic improvement – Enhances breast proportion and body contour Functional relief – Reduces pain and posture problems (in reductions) Restorative – Rebuilds natural breast form after cancer surgery Psychological boost – Improves confidence and self-image ⚠️ Risks & Considerations Infection · Rare; managed with antibiotics Scarring · Usually hidden but permanent Capsular contracture · Scar tissue tightening around implants Asymmetry · Can occur naturally or post-surgery Changes in sensation · Often temporary but can be permanent 🕒 Recovery Timeline 1–2 weeks: Return to non-strenuous activities 4–6 weeks: Resume exercise and heavy lifting 3–6 months: Swelling settles, final shape appears 12 months: Scar maturation 🎯 Ideal Candidates In good health and stable weight Non-smoker or willing to quit pre/post-op Realistic expectations Seeking aesthetic enhancement, functional relief, or reconstruction Other procedures: - Breast augmentation with fat or with implants - Breast reduction - Breast lift with or without implants - Implant removal - Gynecomastia treatment - Nipple surgery