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Mira Aesthetic Medical Center
For many women, the size and shape of their breasts are of major importance. It can have a dramatic effect on her psychological, social, and medical well-being. Today, women who are troubled with unusually large, sagging, or uneven breasts, and experiencing discomfort from the weight of their breasts can be helped. By removing fat, skin, and glandular tissue from large breasts, reduction mammaplasty can create smaller breasts and make engaging in physical activity more comfortable.
During the consultation, the patient can expect for Dr. Mirrafati to evaluate the shape and structure of the patient’s breasts, and determine the extent of surgery and approach required to achieve the desired shapeand size. A complete medical history and a careful examination will be performed including blood work to determine the general health of the patient. During the consultation photographs will also be taken to compare the before and after and evaluate the outcome.
Prior to the surgery Dr. Mirrafati will discuss the procedure, realistic expectations, the type of anesthesia that will be used and the possible risks of surgery. Preoperative instructions generally include taking certain vitamins and the elimination of certain drugs such as birth control pillsto minimize the possibility of excess bleeding. Furthermore, antibiotics may be prescribed for the days prior to surgery in order to prevent infection.
A breast revision or reduction is generallyperformed at ouroutpatient surgical facility under general anesthesia or IV sedation. After the surgery the patient is usually allowed to go home. A surgical dressing is placed to protect the incisions and a supportive bra may be required for the first three weeks. A small, thin tube may be temporarily placed under the skin to drain any excess blood or fluid that may collect. The breasts may be swollen and bruised for the first few days and any pain experienced can be controlled with oral medication. Healing is gradual, and although light activity can be resumed within a few days, routine exercising and vigorous activity should be avoided until specified by the doctor.