Benefits of Breast Reduction Surgery
Before going into any surgery, it is important to understand both the benefits of the surgery, and also the risks involved. Ultimately, it will be your surgeon who will inform you of these in more detail, but below we have some information on the typical benefits and risk of breast reduction surgery People may have many different reasons for wanting to change their appearance, and as a result –the benefits of breast reduction surgery may well vary from person to person. However, we’ve outlined the most common reasons we’ve come across when talking to people who want to have a breast reduction
- Feeling better about yourself
- Increased confidence
- Better self esteem
- Reduced back problems
- Better posture
- Less unwanted attention and comments
- More freedom to participate in sports
- Ability to wear a greater variety of clothes
Risks of Breast Reduction
Risks are involved whenever anyone undergoes surgery, and sometimes these will vary on a number of factors such as the weight of the patient and any smoking habits.
- Scaring may occur
- There is a risk that breasts may not be symmetrical following breast reduction surgery
- You may suffer from an inability to breast feed following a breast reduction
- Nipple necrosis (reduced nipple sensation)
- As the operation is done whilst the patient is under General Anaesthetic, the same risks apply such as Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Wound infection and delay in healing
Considering the Operation of Breast Reduction Surgery
This information is intended as an introduction to the issues surrounding breast reduction, but is not a definitive guide. If you are interested in Breast Reduction Surgery, you should get yourself a free consultation by clicking on the link on the left of this page. This is your first step on the road to getting a breast reduction and will begin with you getting a consultation with a qualified surgeon who will be able to answer all your questions and make a professional opinion on your case .
