Breast reduction in Bogotá.
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What does a breast reduction involve?
Breast reduction is a plastic surgery performed to give your breasts the most suitable size for your figure, with natural-looking results and dimensions proportionate to your body, through breast reduction treatment in Bogotá.
Benefits of breast reduction.
Relief from physical pain.
It reduces discomfort in the back, neck, and shoulders caused by the weight of the breasts.
Improves posture.
Promotes a healthier and more comfortable body alignment.
Greater freedom.
It facilitates movement and sports activities.
Aesthetic and functional results.
Achieves a more proportionate silhouette and improves quality of life.
Plastic Surgery in Bogotá.
Results of breast reduction surgery.
Breast reduction offers visible results from the first few weeks. You’ll notice a more harmonious figure, with firmer, lighter breasts better suited to your anatomy. As recovery progresses, the scars will soften, and the physical comfort will be noticeable.
What is breast reduction?
Having firm and proportionate breasts in relation to the rest of the body is a basic beauty goal that many women desire, and one that excessively large breasts can prevent them from achieving.
Breast hypertrophy (large breasts), which is often accompanied by back pain, is corrected with this procedure that involves the removal of fatty and mammary tissue using the latest techniques, achieving a more harmonious result.
In the initial consultation, you will receive information about the procedure, and the plastic surgeon in Bogotá, Dr. Guevara, will take your medical history. In the consultations prior to the breast reduction surgery, a breast examination, the measurement of certain parameters and your general health status, and the taking of photographs are necessary. In extreme cases, we may recommend a mammogram. This will not only rule out the small possibility of breast cancer but will also reveal the composition of the breast. Once we know how much fat and glandular tissue the breast contains, we can choose the appropriate surgical technique.
The breast examination, along with your age and medical history, will help determine if other complementary tests (blood tests, electrocardiogram, ultrasound, etc.) are needed before the operation. The measurements will help decide on the technique to be used, and the photographs will serve to evaluate the result. It is important to mention if you have any significant medical conditions; if you are a smoker; if you take any medication; or if you are allergic to any medication or product. Our advice is that you should ask about anything you are unsure of. It is important to communicate your expectations to the surgeon so that they can explain whether they can be met or if there are limitations to them.
Post-operative period
Following breast reduction surgery, you will feel some discomfort for a few days. However, this discomfort can be managed with medication. In any case, you should be accompanied by a responsible adult for a day or two who can assist you with whatever you need. You will experience swelling for some time. To help reduce inflammation, you will wear an elastic garment for a while. Although most of the swelling will subside within a few weeks, it may take three months or more for the final results of the surgery to become apparent. In the meantime, it’s important to gradually return to your normal routine.
You should recover progressively and return to your usual activities when you feel well – which could be one to two days after surgery. If there are sutures, they will be removed one to two weeks after the procedure. We will advise you to limit your physical activity initially, avoiding heavy exercises or sudden movements for three weeks. In general, it will be approximately one month before you can return to your normal physical activity. You should avoid exposing the scars to the sun for at least six months. Sunlight can cause permanent pigmentation changes in the skin, leading to the darkening of scars. If sun exposure is unavoidable, use sunscreen. The results of the procedure are significant and permanent. If your expectations are realistic, the changes will be positive, and you will be satisfied with your new appearance.
Why Choose Dr. Guevara?
One of Colombia's leading plastic surgeons at your service.
The numerous positive testimonials from his patients are a true reflection of the satisfaction and trust that Dr. Guevara inspires. His patients highlight his professionalism, dedication, and the exceptional results he has achieved in their lives.
Dr. Guevara is certified by the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery and by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Breast reduction.
Dr. Guevara will explain what results can be achieved and which surgical technique is most suitable for your breast reduction. He will explain the techniques and the type of anesthesia that will be used, and where the surgery will be performed.
Excessively large breasts are physically uncomfortable and cause psychological problems, 1 limiting the patient when exercising or dressing in certain ways. Sometimes the breasts are so large that they create back, neck, and shoulder pain, as well as irritate the skin underneath them.With breast reduction surgery, we aim to achieve a breast size proportionate to the patient’s chest, correct any asymmetries, and give the breasts a suitable shape. The patient experiences improved comfort and relief from the discomfort that the weight caused on their back, shoulders, and neck. They will also find that their breasts are a size proportionate to the rest of their anatomy and have a more attractive shape, which will encourage them to exercise without discomfort.
To reduce the size of a breast, we will need to make incisions around the areola and from there down to the inframammary fold. In certain cases, although not always, when the breast is larger, it is necessary to complete the scars with a horizontal one in the inframammary fold.”
Advantages of breast reduction.
Breast reduction, also known as reduction mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure that serves to reduce breast size while also lifting and improving its shape.
Through this technique, we can remove excess skin, fat, and glandular tissue, restoring the breasts to balanced proportions that harmonize with the rest of the body.
- It improves back pain and heaviness secondary to breast hypertrophy.
- It improves skin irritation in the breast folds.
- The results are permanent; the breasts do not grow back to their original size.
- The aesthetic results are very good, and the patient regains a high degree of security and self-confidence.
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions about Breast Reduction Surgery.
Who are candidates for this procedure?
Women who have very large breasts that cause them physical discomfort, such as neck, back, or shoulder pain, skin irritation under the breasts, among other problems.
¿How long does the surgery last?
Generally, breast reduction surgery lasts between 2 and 5 hours, depending on the complexity of the case.
¿What is the recovery time?
Most patients can return to their normal activities after 2 to 4 weeks, although it is recommended to avoid intense physical exertion for at least 6 weeks.
¿Will the surgery leave scars?
Yes, breast reduction surgery does leave scars, but these are usually located in inconspicuous places and tend to fade over time.
¿What are the risks associated with this surgery?
Like any surgical procedure, there are risks such as infections, bleeding, reactions to anesthesia, loss of nipple sensation, among others. It is important to discuss these risks with Dr. Guevara.
Childbirth is not the only reason why women undergo breast augmentation. The size and shape of a woman’s breasts can change several times throughout her life, so women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s often decide to undergo augmentation mammaplasty in conjunction with other procedures to improve their overall appearance. Breast implants can also correct genetic deformities, severe asymmetry, and extreme underdevelopment in women of any age
¿Will breast reduction affect my ability to breastfeed?
It is possible that the ability to breastfeed may be reduced after surgery, although many women are still able to do so. It is important to discuss your desires for future breastfeeding with the surgeon.
¿How long will the results last?
The results of a breast reduction are generally long-lasting, but factors such as aging, weight changes, and pregnancies can affect the shape and size of the breasts over time.
¿Breast reduction is performed under general anesthesia.?
Yes, it is generally performed under general anesthesia, which means the patient will be asleep during the procedure.
¿Is it possible for the breasts to grow back after surgery?
In most cases, significant breast regrowth after a reduction mammaplasty is unlikely. However, factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, or significant weight gain can cause the breasts to increase in size.