Breast reduction surgery is a surgical intervention performed to eliminate physical discomfort and aesthetic incompatibilities caused by large breast tissue. Excessively large breasts can lead to back, shoulder, and neck pain, making daily activities challenging. Through breast reduction surgery, excess tissue and skin are removed, and the breasts are resized and reshaped. This procedure, aiming to relieve physical burden, can enhance an individual's freedom of movement and posture quality.
Breast reduction surgery (reduction mammaplasty) is a surgical procedure performed to eliminate physical discomfort caused by excessively large breasts and to achieve a more aesthetically balanced appearance. During this operation, excess fat tissue, glandular tissue, and skin are surgically removed from the breast. Additionally, the nipple (areola) is repositioned higher, giving the breasts a smaller and more lifted shape.
This procedure not only improves appearance but also significantly reduces health problems that affect daily life, such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, posture disorders, skin irritation, and movement restrictions. It also helps patients regain their self-confidence, choose clothing more comfortably, and return to an active lifestyle.
Breast reduction surgery also gives the breasts a younger, more lifted, and aesthetically pleasing look. In this respect, since it also has the effect of a lifting operation, it provides both aesthetic and functional benefits.
Breast reduction surgery is a procedure tailored to the individual’s body structure and aesthetic expectations. The operation is typically performed under general anesthesia in a sterile and fully equipped operating room. The average surgical duration ranges from 2 to 4 hours.
During the surgery, excess breast tissue, fat, and skin are removed. The nipple is repositioned to a more ideal location. The reshaping of the breast is carried out depending on the incision technique used. The most commonly used surgical incisions are:
Stitches are typically self-dissolving and hidden aesthetic sutures. In some patients, a drain may be placed to prevent fluid accumulation in the postoperative period. These drains are removed within a few days under the doctor’s supervision.
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The duration of the surgery ranges from approximately 2 to 4 hours. This time may vary depending on the size of the breast, the amount of tissue to be removed, and the surgical technique used. After the operation, the patient is usually kept under observation for a few hours. If there is no risk of complications, discharge may occur on the same day or the following day.
Breast reduction surgery is performed not only for aesthetic concerns but also to eliminate physical discomfort that lowers quality of life. Individuals experiencing the following conditions are suitable candidates for this surgery:
This operation offers an effective solution to meet aesthetic expectations and restore physical comfort.
The cost of breast reduction surgery varies depending on the surgeon’s experience, hospital conditions, the technique to be used, and any additional procedures (such as breast lift). In Turkey, the price range of this operation can differ between private hospitals. For an accurate quote, an individual consultation is necessary.
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