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The best candidates for breast reduction are women who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you're physically healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.
The plastic surgeon removes excess fat, glandular tissue and skin that contribute to large, pendulous breasts. In order to achieve the desired shape, the surgeon makes anchor-like incisions, creating a vertical line downwards from the areola (the coloured area around the nipple) and the horizontal line beneath breast. The areola, its blood vessels and nerves are repositioned together in most cases. The vertical incisions are brought together to reshape the now smaller breasts. Occasionally, in significant reductions, it might be necessary to separate the areola totally and relocate it. The size of the areola can also be reduced, if needed. The plastic surgeon will make the decision as to the most appropriate technique to use.
The scars will not be visible in clothing or most swimwear. Immediately after the surgery the scars will be red, firm and raised. The scars will mature, fade, and soften within 3–12 months. Many scars fade and become nearly invisible, but other scars may become wide and raised. Final scar appearance cannot be predicted prior to surgery. Post-operative course
This can be clinic dependant, but typically it will follow this format: The patient will usually stay at the clinic for about 2 nights and will wear a compression bandage and a special surgical support bra. This bra should be worn at all times (even at night) for 14 days to 3 weeks. If a drain is introduced during the surgery, it is removed within 24 hours.
It is not possible to sleep on the abdomen for a period of 5 weeks. Within a few days you can shower. When you will be released from the clinic you will be given instructions from the plastic surgeons how to exchange the dressings. Every few days you will visit your plastic surgeon can keep an eye on your recovery.
You will be able to resume everyday activities after a few days, but must avoid lifting objects over the head or making fast movements during the first 4–6 weeks. If you have small children who require a lot of lifting, you need to plan an additional help during the initial recovery period.
The individual post-operative process is very important and client can participate on that by following the instructions given by the plastic surgeon and the healthy diet.
After 2 weeks, the patient can return to everyday activities, avoiding strong physical efforts. Any bruising and swelling will usually dissipate within 1–2 months.
You might also feel unhappy after a few days. This is normal and is caused due to the stress, general anaesthetic, lack of patience with the healing problems, more pain than you expected or the fact that because you underwent breast reduction cosmetic surgery abroad you miss your home and family.
The surgery leaves permanent scars which may, initially, be lumpy and red, but which should eventually fade close to your natural skin colour over several months.
These scars may be more noticeable if you smoke, and may leave a puckered edge on the outside of the scar.
The procedure may also leave you with; breasts that are slightly different in size, asymmetrical nipples, loss of feeling in your nipples and/or breasts.
You may also be unable to breastfeed in the future.
Important, Before You Fly:
Please advise us if you are taking aspirins, as we need to make sure that you have at least two clear weeks of not taking them, before any operation.
When choosing your operation date, please make sure that the start date of your period does not commence on date of operation. The operation will be cancelled, and we cannot be held responsible for any costs associated with rebooking of flights etc., - around new date(s) offered. Please note: It does not matter if your period starts immediately after the operation. If in doubt, please select dates which you can be sure about, or see your local GP, as they can offer tablets/medication to delay your period.
Breast Reduction - Female (Mammaplasty)
Introduction
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Breast Reduction (Mammaplasty) - Cosmetic Surgey Abroad, Prague, Czech Republic.
The long-term physical implications of over-sized breasts are varied, with chronic backache being the most common complaint. The increased pressure on the spine, over time, can cause serious pain and suffering.
Considering breast reduction, via a cosmetic surgery, and reducing the gland quantity immediately reduces this pressure with the added potential benefit of improving the shape and symmetry of the bust. The quantity of gland displacement ranges from 200 to 1,500+ grams. The greater the breast-ptosis, (drooping breast), and breast size, the higher risk of complication around the healing areola. The ability to change your physical appearance can be as important as maintaining good health and physical fitness when it comes to boosting your feelings of self-esteem and confidence.
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The Purpose
To reduce and reshape the breasts.The Treatment
This procedure should be carried out only by a cosmetic surgeon specializing in this field.The Best Candidates for Breast Reduction
Breast reduction can enhance your appearance and your self-confidence, but it won't necessarily change your looks to match your ideal, or cause other people to treat you differently. Before you decide to have cosmetic surgery, think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your surgeon.The best candidates for breast reduction are women who are looking for improvement, not perfection, in the way they look. If you're physically healthy and realistic in your expectations, you may be a good candidate.
Breast Reduction – Operation
Breast Reduction surgery is performed in an operating theatre under general anaesthetic, and lasts 2–4 hours. Surgeons tend to use classical stitches, which need to be removed later, around 14-21 days after the surgery.The plastic surgeon removes excess fat, glandular tissue and skin that contribute to large, pendulous breasts. In order to achieve the desired shape, the surgeon makes anchor-like incisions, creating a vertical line downwards from the areola (the coloured area around the nipple) and the horizontal line beneath breast. The areola, its blood vessels and nerves are repositioned together in most cases. The vertical incisions are brought together to reshape the now smaller breasts. Occasionally, in significant reductions, it might be necessary to separate the areola totally and relocate it. The size of the areola can also be reduced, if needed. The plastic surgeon will make the decision as to the most appropriate technique to use.
The scars will not be visible in clothing or most swimwear. Immediately after the surgery the scars will be red, firm and raised. The scars will mature, fade, and soften within 3–12 months. Many scars fade and become nearly invisible, but other scars may become wide and raised. Final scar appearance cannot be predicted prior to surgery. Post-operative course
This can be clinic dependant, but typically it will follow this format: The patient will usually stay at the clinic for about 2 nights and will wear a compression bandage and a special surgical support bra. This bra should be worn at all times (even at night) for 14 days to 3 weeks. If a drain is introduced during the surgery, it is removed within 24 hours.
It is not possible to sleep on the abdomen for a period of 5 weeks. Within a few days you can shower. When you will be released from the clinic you will be given instructions from the plastic surgeons how to exchange the dressings. Every few days you will visit your plastic surgeon can keep an eye on your recovery.
You will be able to resume everyday activities after a few days, but must avoid lifting objects over the head or making fast movements during the first 4–6 weeks. If you have small children who require a lot of lifting, you need to plan an additional help during the initial recovery period.
The individual post-operative process is very important and client can participate on that by following the instructions given by the plastic surgeon and the healthy diet.
After 2 weeks, the patient can return to everyday activities, avoiding strong physical efforts. Any bruising and swelling will usually dissipate within 1–2 months.
How Will I feel After the Breast Reduction Surgery?
You will probably feel tired, sleepy and suffer from pain especially in 1–3 days after the surgery. The plastic surgeon will also prescribe antibiotics as a prevention of any potential infection and also tablets for reducing the swelling.You might also feel unhappy after a few days. This is normal and is caused due to the stress, general anaesthetic, lack of patience with the healing problems, more pain than you expected or the fact that because you underwent breast reduction cosmetic surgery abroad you miss your home and family.
Is the Breast Reduction Recovery Painful?
According to our client’s experience they do feel some pain, especially during the first days. However, when leaving the clinic you will be prescribe painkillers by the plastic surgeon. You might also feel discomfort, swelling, heaviness, and numbness in the areas where surgery was performed.Possible Risks and Complications – Breast Reduction
The specific risks and the suitability of Breast Reduction surgery for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.The surgery leaves permanent scars which may, initially, be lumpy and red, but which should eventually fade close to your natural skin colour over several months.
These scars may be more noticeable if you smoke, and may leave a puckered edge on the outside of the scar.
The procedure may also leave you with; breasts that are slightly different in size, asymmetrical nipples, loss of feeling in your nipples and/or breasts.
You may also be unable to breastfeed in the future.
Important, Before You Fly:
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All Clients:
Please advise us if you are taking aspirins, as we need to make sure that you have at least two clear weeks of not taking them, before any operation.
Ladies:
When choosing your operation date, please make sure that the start date of your period does not commence on date of operation. The operation will be cancelled, and we cannot be held responsible for any costs associated with rebooking of flights etc., - around new date(s) offered. Please note: It does not matter if your period starts immediately after the operation. If in doubt, please select dates which you can be sure about, or see your local GP, as they can offer tablets/medication to delay your period.
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