SURGICAL
BREAST REDUCTION
Breast Reduction is a cosmetic surgery that aims to reduce the size of the breasts and alter their shape and position
Breast Reduction is a cosmetic surgery that aims to reduce the size of the breasts and alter their shape and position
BREAST REDUCTION
Breast reduction, performed by Dr. Senthil Supramaniam, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that aims to reduce the size of the breasts and alter their shape and position. This procedure is often recommended for women who have breasts that are excessively large, causing discomfort, pain, or other physical problems such as back pain, neck pain or shoulder pain.
During the breast reduction procedure, excess breast tissue, fat, and skin are removed to achieve a smaller, more proportionate breast size. The nipple and areola are also repositioned to a higher position on the breast to alter their appearance and overall breast contour. The nipple and areola are also repositioned to a higher position on the breast to alter their appearance and overall breast contour.
Costs of the treatment:
At Norwest Cosmetic Surgery, we offer a range of cosmetic breast surgeries tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of our patients. All quotes are customised and will be provided during your consultation.
It is important to keep in mind that all surgical and invasive procedures come with inherent risks and potential complications. Before deciding to undergo any such procedure, it is recommended that you seek a second opinion from a qualified healthcare practitioner. This will help ensure that you are well-informed about the potential risks and complications of a procedure.
PROCEDURE
Before undergoing Breast Reduction surgery at Norwest Cosmetic Surgery, you will have two comprehensive consultations with Dr Senthil Supramaniam. During this consultation, Dr Senthil Supramaniam will explain the treatment, its mechanics, benefits, costs, as well as potential risks, complications, and the recovery process. You will have the opportunity to discuss your concerns and desired outcomes with Dr Senthil Supramaniam. Following your consultation, Dr Senthil will devise a customised treatment plan that suits you best. As per the guidelines you must have two consultation, 7 days following your second consultation with Dr Senthil Supramaniam you will be able to book in a surgery date.
Following your Breast Reduction surgical procedure with Dr Senthil Supramaniam, our post operative nurse will finish off by providing you with post-treatment instructions and schedule your dressing change and follow up appointment.
RISKS, COMPLICATIONS & RECOVERY
After areola reduction surgery, there are certain pre & post operative instructions you must follow which include:
Avoid touching or cleansing the areas for 7 days following surgery
You will attend Norwest Cosmetic Surgery for your one week follow up appointment where your dressings will be removed or changed
Limit physical activity and exposure to excessive heat and UV light for 6 weeks.
Wear a compression garment for 6 weeks
Take prescribed pain medication. Avoid other pain relievers that can thin the blood and cause bleeding or bruising unless specifically instructed by your primary care doctor
All surgical procedures have risks & complications and carry certain medical risks that may affect your overall well-being. Listed below are the known risks and complications associated with breast surgery:
Changes in nipple and breast sensation, breast pain, asymmetry of the areola, nipple necrosis. Excessive bleeding, post-operative infection, blood clots, and complications related to the heart and lungs. Other possible concerns include the development of discolored or keloid scars, infection, slow or poor wound healing, skin or fat necrosis, numbness or sensory changes, wound separation (dehiscence), persistent pain, and the risks associated with general anesthesia. Additionally, patients may experience swelling or the accumulation of fluid following the procedure.
For a full list of risks, recovery and complications associated with this procedure please visit https://www.norwestcosmeticsurgery.com.au/risks-complications-recovery. We encourage you to discuss risks with Dr Supramania at your consultation as well.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Each patient has their unique circumstances when considering Breast Reduction surgery. The ideal situation would be to discuss any questions you have with your Doctor. The following FAQ answers are general, and a consultation with your Doctor is still recommended to answer them based on your personal circumstances.
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Recovery & complications vary from patient to patient, changes in breast and nipple sensation, Numbness, Unevenness of the breasts, Partial or complete loss of nipple and areola, Breast tissue necrosis.
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It is an option if your Doctor recommends it; and it depends upon certain factors – general skin and breast tissue integrity, extent of the breast reduction and size of breast implants.
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If you are planning to breastfeed after Mastopexy surgery talk to your Doctor OR a breastfeeding counsellor about the latest information available. Although cases vary, mothers can generally breastfeed after having breast surgery. In addition, some women do experience reduced nipple sensation following breast surgery.
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Recovery varies from patient to patient but generally back to work 2-3 weeks. Light Physical Exercise 1-3 weeks, Moderate Physical Exercise 4-6 weeks, Strenuous Physical Exercise 6-8 weeks, and fading of incision scars 6 – 12 months or more.
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Scars are an unavoidable part of any invasive surgery. Your Doctor will endeavor to minimise scarring by placing the incisions along natural skin lines and creases. Scars may fade with time. Please advise your Doctor if you tend to scar easily.
