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Symptomatic
Macromastia is the medical term utilized when a woman notes that her breasts
are too large for her body. This can be associated with neck and shoulder
pain, straps from a bra leaving marks on the shoulder region and even rash
or skin breakdown under the breast folds.
A breast reduction removes breast tissue and excess skin and also may
reposition the nipple to a more cosmetic position on the breast mound.
Unfortunately, there are permanent scars on the breast after surgery,
however, they tend to fade over time. Rarely they may become more noticeable
and occasionally a patient may experience permanent nipple numbness.
Complications are rare - but must be thoroughly discussed and considered
before you decide to have surgery.
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| Reduction mammaplasty patient, shown before surgery
with oversized heavy breasts and shoulder indentations caused by tight
brassiere straps. |
Incisions outline the area of the skin, breast tissue,
and fat to be removed and the new position of the nipple.
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Skin formerly located above the nipple is brought down
and together to reshape the breast. Sutures close the incisions, giving
the breast its new contour. |
Scars around the areola, below it, and in the crease
under the breast are permanent, but can be easily concealed by clothing. |
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| Procedure
Description: |
Incisions are made
around the pigmented area (the nipple-
areolar complex) and extend vertically
below the nipple and in the fold
under the breast. The nipple- areolar
complex is moved upward to the desired
location and excess breast tissue,
fat, and skin are removed. |
Surgery
Length: |
3.5 to 4.5 hours |
| Cost Range: |
$7,000.00
(includes Operating Room and Anesthesiologist)
See our payment
options for cosmetic surgery. |
| Anesthesia: |
General Anesthesia |
| In/Outpatient: |
Typically outpatient |
| Risks associated
with Surgery: |
Hematoma, Inflammation
and Infection. |
| Recovery
Period: |
3-6 weeks |
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