Breast Reduction

Confidence in Yourself and Your Surgeon

Experience matters. Breast reduction effectively reduces the size of large breasts and relieves symptoms such as pain, improper posture, rashes and low self-esteem by producing smaller, lighter breasts that are in a healthier proportion to the rest of the body.

The breast reduction procedure involves removing fat and glandular tissue from the breast and tightening the surrounding skin to correct posture, relieve pain and minimize the unwanted attention often associated with large breasts. Women often enjoy restored self-confidence and a positive self-image after their breast reduction procedure.

Dr. Alexander performs a completely individualized procedure for each patient based on her body, surgical goals and overall health. Combining his knowledge and expertise with his dedication and compassion, Dr. Alexander strives to provide the highest quality of care.

Breast Reduction Procedure

Breast reduction surgery generally takes 3 hours, depending on the patient's specific case, and is performed under general anesthesia.

In traditional incision breast reduction, skin, fat, and tissue from the lower breast area are removed to reduce the mass of the breast. In most cases, the nipples are moved to a more uplifted position on the breast, but remain attached to the nerves and blood vessels. For very large breasts, however, the nipples may need to be moved and grafted to a completely new location. In these rare situations, you will lose sensation in the nipple and areola. After the nipple is moved to its new position, the skin above the nipple is brought down and around the swell of the breast, and then stitched back to close the original incision.

In vertical incision breast reduction, a lollipop-shaped incision is made around the areola and down the breast. After the breast tissue and skin is removed, Dr. Alexander will stitch up the incision by folding the excess skin over itself on the breast. The nipple can still be moved up in a method similar to that of the traditional procedure, but not more than a few millimeters.

Recovery from Breast Reduction

Allow yourself time to relax and heal. After the breast reduction procedure, patients can expect soreness, swelling and bruising in the breasts, with bandages kept on for the first few days. A soft surgical bra or athletic bra may be recommended to be worn for a few weeks after surgery, depending on each patient's individual procedure.

Stitches are dissolvable and in addition, a special advanced tissue adhesive is used to minimize scarring. Most patients will be able to return to light work and other normal activities after a couple weeks, but should avoid exercise and strenuous activities for at least 4-6 weeks. To ensure that the breasts are healing properly, breast reduction patients should attend follow-up appointments with Dr. Alexander and his nursing staff as recommended.

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