Breast reduction “Lift and lighten”

Breast reduction is a surgery that remodels the breast by removing a suitable segment of a large breast and reshaping it.

When is it used?

A breast reduction can relieve the physical symptoms related to large, heavy, pendulous breasts, such asback, shoulder and neck pain and skin irritation. Breast reduction can also improve the appearance of the breasts. A woman may feel better about her figure; more easily acquire properly fitting clothing and feel more comfortable while engaging in physical activity.

What happens during the procedure?

Prior to undergoing anesthesia, Dr. de Kleer will place surgical markings on the breasts. A portion of the breast will be removed, and the remaining breast as well as the nipple will be repositioned. Incisions are most often a lollipop shape, with a circular scar around the nipple areolar complex, and a vertical scar below this. This procedure is often performed in conjunction with liposuction.

What are the risks and potential complications?

The complications that can occur with this procedure include bleeding and infection, which can cause scars to widen. Poor healing can occur, including loss of the nipple, asymmetry in breast size and nipple position and loss of feeling in nipples and breasts. Dr. de Kleer will discuss these in detail at your consultation.

What do I expect after the treatment?

Your breasts may ache and will be bruised and swollen. You will be given a prescription for a pain-killer. Bruising usually subsides after the first two to three weeks. However, swelling may last several months. It is only when the scars have completely matured that the breast will assume its final shape and position. This usually takes at least a year.

You will be able to resume your normal activities gradually. Most people return to work by two to three weeks, and resume all normal activities by five to six weeks.

Your breasts will be smaller and less likely to strain you back, neck or shoulders. The majority of people who have undergone breast reduction feel much happier about their appearance.