The objective is to remove fat, glandular tissue and skin, to give a woman smaller, lighter and better-shaped breasts in proportion with the rest of her body. Surgery can also reduce the size of the areola or nipple if required.
Best Candidates
- Women with very large breasts that restrict activities and cause physical discomfort
Hospital Consultation
During your consult with the surgeon at the Hospital the surgeon will review your full medical history then examine and measure your breasts and discuss the variables that may affect the procedure. A mammogram may be required before surgery. (Women over 55 years may have to undergo a pre-surgery laboratory tests).
Procedure
An incision is made that circles the areola, extends downward, follows the natural curve of the breast fold. Removal of excess glandular tissue, fat and skin is extracted, then the skin is brought in from both sides of the breast down and around the areola, shaping the new contour of the breast. At this point, large areolas and nipples can be decreased.
Time: 2 - 4 hours
Anaesthesia: General
Hospitalisation: 2 - 3 nights
Time Away: Allow for at least 12 - 14 days in Thailand for appointment, surgery, recovery, post op care and checkup/s
Pre Surgery Care
- Important to be as close as possible to your ideal weight prior to surgery
- Avoid all prescribed and over the counter medications (unless specified by your Medical Practitioner), aspirin including: vitamins, herbs, supplements, red wine and smoking for at least 2 weeks prior to surgery. Panadol is acceptable
- Plan to have enough time off work for the surgery and recovery particularly if other procedures are incorporated
Post Surgery & Care
- Follow your surgeons post surgical instructions
- Pain is dependent upon the extent of work done and your general health and wellbeing. Every individual is unique and will have different recovery rates and pain thresholds. Pain medication and antibiotics are prescribed
- Breasts will be wrapped in elastic bandage or a gauze dressings or surgical bra
- Sutures will be removed 4 - 7 days post surgery (depending on site)
- Drains (if required), will be removed 2- 3 days post surgery
- Avoid initially and then limit exposure to; any steam, saunas etc, swimming and soaking and direct exposure to sunlight the surgical sites, for 3 - 4 months to achieve the best possible scar result
- A support bra garment must be worn for 3 - 4 weeks
Recovery time
- Some Bruising may happen: 2 weeks Swelling: up to 3 months
- Regular Activities: 3 - 4 weeks
- Strenuous Activities: 3 months
Results
Well proportioned, functional and aesthetically pleasing breasts |
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