Quick Facts:
- Reduces the breast size
- Takes 2-3 hours to complete
- Downtime of about two weeks
Expected Results:
As soon as you recover, the results will appear. According to most experts, the final results take about three months.
This is how your breasts are supposed to be:
Who is a Good Candidate?
Folks who undergo the following problems are good candidates for breast reduction in Georgia:
- Dissatisfied with large, heavy breasts?
- Do you have shoulder, neck, or back pain?
- Does bra-strips grind into the skin because of extra breast weight?
- Are your daily activities limited?
- Do you have a limited selection of clothing?
Please meet with our surgeons after ensuring that these conditions so that we can tell if this operation may indeed be suitable for your medical condition.
Preparation:
- Get a breast mammogram.
- Complete various lab tests.
- Stop smoking and other drugs.
- Avoid taking blood thinners and anti-inflammatory medications.
During Surgery:
Breast Reduction in Georgia, Tbilisi is performed while patients are deep asleep using general or local anesthesia. It takes about 2-3 hours to complete, during which you can expect the following:
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Anesthesia: The surgery begins with anesthesia (general or local), which is given by the doctor to ensure a pain-free experience.
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Incisions: Incisions are made along the natural folds of the breast. The area in which the new nipple will be inserted is also determined through an incision in the keyhole. (Please note: the location of the cut may differ depending on the technique used, for example, vertical or anchor)
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Altering tissues: The excess skin is then removed from the lower breast. The areola, nipples, and underlying breast tissue are lifted and adjusted to a higher position.
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Closing the incisions: In this step, the nipple is moved, and the incisions are closed with sutures.
Breast reduction is also possible with liposuction. The choice of the best procedure depends on your opinion or the decision of the surgeon.
After Surgery:
- Most patients require a 1-2 night hospital stay.
- The chest is wrapped and bandaged with bulky gauze. At times surgical bras are used.
- Later one week, the dressing is replaced by a soft bra which must be worn for several weeks.
- Post-redness, swelling, and discoloration are controlled by medication, takes a day or two to subside.
- Breast and nipple sensitivity may be temporarily lost and will improve over time.
- Stitches will be removed within 2 weeks after surgery.
Recovery:
This phase is difficult but manageable. It will take about 6 weeks before you fully recover from breast reduction surgery. Based on your healing ability and consistency towards follow-up care, there is a chance you may heal soon.
Advantages:
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Immediate relief: Pain associated with excess breast weight goes away almost immediately.
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Smaller breast size: A more natural breast shape that fits better with the body.
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The Highest satisfaction: This surgery reports a more than 90% success rate for most women.
Possible Risks:
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Bleeding: Light bleeding is rarely possible in the first 24 hours after surgery.
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Breastfeeding: Mothers will not be able to breastfeed the same way they used to because some milk ducts are cut, and milk supply is often reduced.
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Scarring: Scars may appear depending on the technique and artistic skill of the surgeon.
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Loss of sense: Around 8% of women get sensitivity loss with their nipples.
Breast Reduction In Georgia FAQ’s:
Is Breast Reduction Covered By Insurance In USA?
Insurance does not fund breast reductions because these are classified as "aesthetic," meaning they are not medically required.
What Size Do Your Breasts Need To Be For A Breast Reduction?
Since it varies depending on the person's body proportions and preferences, there is no set minimum breast size for reduction. Surgeons often advise patients to be at least a C cup or larger to be qualified for breast reduction surgery.
Can Breasts Grow Back After Reduction?
Your breasts can be permanently reduced with breast reduction surgery. Breast reduction involves the removal of breast tissue, including fat, which cannot regrow. But if you put on weight after the surgery, fresh fat may build up in your breasts and cause them to enlarge.
What Age Is OK for Breast Reduction?
Some people may be eligible for breast reduction surgery at the age of 15 or at least 16, depending on several criteria. But as of right now, there are no formal age limitations on breast reduction.
Do I Need To Lose Weight Before A Breast Reduction?
It's important to be at or close to your optimum weight before having a breast reduction. It will be easier to match your ideal breast size to your new body shape and you will have a better chance of appreciating your results if you lose weight.
Is Gynecomastia Breast Reduction Safe?
Gynecomastia surgery is generally very safe, and most patients recover well from the procedure.
Is Breast Reduction Surgery After Breast Feeding Ok?
After a breast reduction, you can continue to breastfeed, but because fundamental tissue is removed during the treatment, there is a higher chance that it will affect your ability to produce breast milk.
Meet the Best Breast Reduction Surgeon:
Breast reduction is all about shape and proportion, and only an experienced cosmetic surgeon can adopt advanced techniques that suit the patient’s unique demands. Take time, think about your options, read online reviews, check before and after, and then decide next.
At the Royal clinic, Dr. Abdul Majeed Makkiya has served over 10,000 clients with a complication rate of less than 1 percent and is likely the best breast reduction surgeon in Georgia. He provides high safety standards while achieving aesthetic goals. Your experience with him will be highly satisfying.
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