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Choosing a Breast Reduction Plastic Surgeon

Are you looking to reduce the size of your breasts? If so, you should find the right surgeon to help you. Overly large breasts come with various problems. For example, the breasts can be a cause for physical and mental embarrassment like:

 

o             Women tend to become self-conscious and may also lose self-confidence

o             Physical activities get limited

o             There may be psychological imbalance because of unwanted and excessive attention

o             Neck and back pain because of the heaviness

o             Inflammation below the breast folds

 

Reduction mammoplasty helps in relieving physical and psychological effects of overly enlarged breasts. Excessive breast tissue, fat and skin is removed and the breasts are reshaped and repositioned. Breast reduction surgery is not only the safest but also enhances the overall appearance of the women. Even some men go in for this treatment.

 

What to Look For In a Breast Surgeon

The most important aspect in a breast surgery is choosing the right surgeon as your health and life will be in his hands.

o             Make sure the surgeon is a Board Certified surgeon

o             He should be experienced in performing breasts surgeries

o             He should have undergone proper training and procedure

o             Check his credentials and license

o             His practice history should be vouched for by his colleagues and patients

o             Seek recommendation from your family, friends and physicians about a qualified surgeon

o             Search the internet for a qualified surgeon

o             Make an appointment to have any doubts you have in mind cleared

o             Consult your insurance provider before going in for the surgery

o             Location of the surgeon is important for you to determine the travelling and treatment time required

 

The Procedure and Risks Involved

The mommy makeover surgery is generally performed under anesthesia. The following are some of the procedures done:

 

o             Incisions made around the areolas- For women with highly elastic skin, the incision is done around the areolas and excessive fat is removed.

o             Keyhole incision- These incisions circle the areolas and extend downwards to breast fold. This may leave a vertical mark.

o             Anchor incision- This incision is around the areolas on both sides then extending vertically. Excessive fat is removed and the incisions are sutured back.

 

Breast Reduction Candidacy and Consultation

A patient should be in good health and near his or her ideal weight. If the candidate is a smoker, then it is required to give up smoking for some time before, during and after the surgery. The first step for surgery is the consultation. The certified surgeon will examine your medical history and breasts and discuss all the concerns and expectations. The plastic surgeon will explain the full surgery procedure and all the concerned issues.

You can also learn more tips on where to find the best plastic surgeon by checking out the post at http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/cosmetic_surgery.aspx.

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