PRIVATE CLINIC OF PLASTIC SURGERY
in Polanica-Zdroj
dr n. med. Ireneusz Łątkowski

Before and after procedure.

This procedure is to reduce and model breasts according to a physique of the patient. Large, pendulous breasts can make everyday, active life of a woman difficult. They can be the cause of back pain, back and shoulders deformities or skin rashes under breasts. Except for the fact that the procedure brings relief in health problems, it also improves the shape of your breasts and nipples.

The surgery is performed under general anesthetic. During the procedure, excess breast tissue and skin are removed, nipple and areola are moved and the remaining breast tissue is reshaped. The most commonly used technique of breast reduction involves an incision circling the edge of the areola, going vertically down the breast and then horizontally along the crease under the breast. There are also other techniques which can eliminate either the vertical or the horizontal incision, or possibly both, leaving the incision around the edge of the areola. Applying a particular method depends on individual factors and recommendations of the surgeon.

After surgery, the patients should wear a special supportive bra for about 2 months. A temporary loss of feeling in their breasts and nipples is possible. Strenuous exercise and lifting hands above head should be avoided for a couple of weeks. Return to work is possible after about 2 weeks if this is not a job that requires physical effort.