Meme Küçültme Estetiği: Cerrahi Süreç ve İyileşme Dönemi
Breast reduction is a preferred surgical procedure not only for aesthetic concerns but also to deal with health problems. Large and heavy breasts can lead to a variety of physical problems, including shoulder and back pain, poor posture and skin irritations. In this article, we will discuss the process of breast reduction surgery and the important points that patients should know.
Preoperative Preparation
Before deciding on breast reduction surgery, it is important to have a thorough consultation with a plastic surgeon. During this consultation, the patient’s expectations, medical history and the surgeon’s recommendations are evaluated. The main points to be considered before surgery are as follows:
- Medical Evaluation: The surgeon may perform various tests and imaging to assess the patient’s general state of health. In particular, mammography may be ordered to assess the density of breast tissue and skin elasticity.
- Smoking and Drug Use: Patients who smoke should stop smoking for at least two weeks before surgery. In addition, the use of medications that may increase the risk of bleeding, such as blood thinners and herbal supplements, should be stopped.
- Preoperative Instructions: Before the surgery, the surgeon gives the patient preparation instructions for the day of surgery. These instructions include the fasting period, the materials needed for postoperative care and what to look out for at home.
Operation Process
Breast reduction surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia and can take between 2 and 4 hours. The details of the surgery are as follows:
- Making Incisions The surgeon makes various incisions around and under the breast to reduce and shape the breast tissue. The most common incisions are “inverted T” or “anchor” shaped. These incisions are necessary to remove excess skin and fatty tissue.
- Reshaping the Breast Tissue and Skin: The surgeon removes the breast tissue, reshapes the remaining tissue and moves the nipple to its new position. During this procedure, the nipple and areola are usually displaced, preserving blood circulation.
- Closure of Incisions: When the surgery is complete, the incisions are carefully closed and the breast shape is protected with supportive bands or dressings. The surgeon can insert drainage tubes, which are removed within a few days after surgery.
İyileşme Dönemi
The recovery process after breast reduction surgery may differ for each patient, but in general the following steps are followed:
- Postoperative Care: During the first few days, patients may experience discomfort that can be managed with painkillers. Swelling, bruising and slight oozing in the breast area are normal. Keeping the surgical site clean and dry is important to reduce the risk of infection.
- Use of a Supportive Bra: The surgeon may recommend that the patient wear a supportive bra during the healing process. This bra helps to maintain the new shape of the breasts and accelerate healing.
- Physical Activity: Heavy lifting, exercise or strenuous activities should be avoided after surgery. Usually, patients can return to their daily activities within a week, but full recovery can take several weeks.
- Scars during the healing process: Incisions can take time to heal and post-operative scars may initially be noticeable. However, these scars will fade over time and become less noticeable with surgeon-recommended scar care products.
- Evaluation of Results: The final results of breast reduction surgery will be seen within a few months after the swelling has subsided and the breasts have fully adapted to their new shape. Patients can notice a marked improvement in their quality of life when they are satisfied with the results.
Conclusion
Breast reduction is an important surgical procedure that offers both aesthetic and functional benefits. The surgical process and the recovery period require careful preparation and compliance with the surgeon’s instructions. During this process, it is important that patients are in constant contact with their surgeon and ask all their questions. With the right approach and good surgical planning, breast reduction surgery can significantly improve patients’ quality of life.