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Breast reduction surgery can be a saving grace for many women who feel that their breasts are just too big. This is often not only about vanity – in other words how they look – but can in fact be a medical necessity if the breasts are so large that they are the cause of back pain, skin sores and they are making it difficult for the women to lead a normal and active life. With this in mind it is really important to understand just how much of a difference breast reduction surgery can make to a person’s life – from giving them the choices they want in terms of the underwear, clothing and swimwear they want to wear, to being able to run around freely in the park with the kids. It can make such a huge difference to a person’s life to have the breasts that they feel physically and emotionally comfortable with and this is the main reason why breast reduction surgery is about so much more than just vanity. The procedure for breast reduction surgery is a straightforward one for a qualified and experienced surgeon and it usually takes between one and three hours to complete while the patient is under a general anaesthetic. During the recovery period it is advised that the patient wears a supportive garment – similar to a sports bra – for at least six weeks after the operation as this will help to keep the breasts supported and protected during the important healing process. Breast reduction involves making small incisions, either in the armpit or around the areola (the area around the nipple), into which a very thin surgical tube is placed, the other end of which is attached to a powerful vacuum device. This is the same process as is used for liposuction surgery and involves removing fatty tissue. The surgeon may then need to reposition the nipple to create a natural look and ensure that the breasts are even and positionally correct. It is not unusual for a breast uplift to be performed at the same time as the excessive weight of large breast can cause damage to the skin on the chest which means it does not naturally snap back into place once the breasts are reduced. Some women also opt for stretch mark removal treatment after breast reduction to achieve a smooth look and texture to the breasts and complete the transformation. Visit your plastic surgery clinic to find out how breast reduction surgery could change your life for the better.
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