Breast reduction surgery removes extra breast tissue, fat, and skin to make the breasts smaller, lighter, and more proportionate. The nipple stays attached throughout the entire procedure and is repositioned higher on the breast. The final step is closing the incision.
Cosmetic breast reduction removes excess skin, fat, and breast tissue to reshape and resize to your desired breast size.
Though everyone is unique, recovery time is typically 3-7 days with 6 weeks of water submersion.
Most women feel and look better almost immediately. Though you’ll see improvements along the way, expect residual swelling to resolve and your results around 12 months post-op.
It's important to remember that these are general guidelines. Always check in with your provider and follow their specific guidelines for your unique anatomy and treatment.
The lollipop lift scar goes around the areola and down the center of the breast, kind of like a lollipop.
An anchor lift scar goes around the areola, down the front, and along the breast crease. This type of reduction removes the most loose skin to reshape the breast and reposition the nipple.
The {procedure} type for you is the one that will be the most successful in helping you achieve your goals. A good relationship with a good plastic surgeon will allow you to talk through your options based on your unique anatomy and goals.
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Keep in mind that every recovery is unique. Your surgeon will give you individualized instructions and timelines during your consultation.
Keep in mind that everyone’s healing and results timeline are unique. Your provider will give you specific instructions and timelines based on your treatment and anatomy.
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