Cosmetic Breast Surgery
Alternate Names : Breast Lift, Breast Lift with Augmentation, Breast Lift with Reduction, Breast Size Reduction, Mammoplasty, Mastopexy
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Cosmetic Breast Surgery: Indications
If you are considering mammoplasty, consult a plastic surgeon and discuss your expectations about looking and feeling better, keeping in mind that the desired result is improvement, not perfection. Emotional stability is an important factor. Breast surgery can renew your self-confidence and improve your appearance, but the rest is up to you.
Mammograms or breast X-rays may be required before the surgery. The plastic surgeon will perform a routine breast exam.
Mastopexy is typically performed to lift sagging, loose breasts. The size of the areola, the dark pink skin surrounding the nipple, can also be reduced.
Breast reduction may be recommended for: - enlarged breast (macromastia)
- cystic breast infections (polycystic mastitis)
- pain from weight of large breasts which is not relieved by a supporting bra
- pigmented bra-strap groove
- striae (scar-like lines) on the breasts
Breast reduction is not recommended if these conditions exist:
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