Breast reduction surgery addresses health and psychological issues caused by disproportionately large breasts, including pain and distress. Common surgical methods include traditional anchor incision, vertical incision, and scar-less procedures, each with specific benefits and considerations for candidates. Recovery typically involves brief discomfort and the need for follow-up care, with options available for both women and men experiencing enlarged breasts.

1. An Introduction to Breast Reduction
Disproportionately large breasts can
cause a lot of health issues,
including neck pain, back pain and
even difficulties in breathing. And,
this is not just a physically
traumatising problem, but a
psychologically bothering one, too.
People suffering from such
conditions can fall prey to severe
stress and depression. However,
because we have some amazing
medical procedures like aesthetic
surgeries, these issues are no
longer considered troublesome.

2. About the Organs in Brief
 These are the secondary sexual organs of an
individual attached to the chest wall.
 It is devoid of muscle tissues, but is rich in fat.
 Estrogen, Progesterone and Prolactin are the
hormones affecting the organs
 It is responsible for milk production in mothers.

3. The Things That are Responsible for
Enlarged Boobs
•The most common causes can be puberty and
menstruation.
•However, prolonged use of contraception can
also lead to enlarged boobs.
•The condition also occurs due to pregnancy.
•Another reason, which often goes unattended, is
heavy exercise.
•Drooping boobs can also be a result of obesity.
The best way to get rid of such issues is by opting
for a surgery of breast reduction in India.

4. Why is a Surgery Important?
 It helps in changing and correcting the size, shape, weight
and firmness of the organs.
 It helps in making you more comfortable.
 You can steer clear of annoying back pain, neck pain, and
skin rashes.
 You can get your posture corrected with this.
 You can get rid of painful grooves formed due to wearing a
bra.
 You can become more active physically.
 The surgery can enhance your looks and save you from
embarrassment.
 You can cure your depression.

5. THIS AESTHETIC SURGERY
CAN BE OF THE FOLLOWING
TYPES:
•TRADITIONAL INVERTED T
RESECTION OR ANCHOR
INCISION METHOD.
•VERTICAL INCISION
PATTERN.
•SCAR-LESS PROCEDURE.
What are the Types of Breast Reduction
Surgeries?

6. The Traditional Anchor Incision Method
This is considered to be the
gold standard of the surgery.
An incision is made each
around the nipples and
areola, which proceeds down
vertically to the crease and
then horizontally along it.
The result is an incision of
the shape of an anchor. The
excess fat, skin and tissue are
then removed through this
and the nipples grafted to a
higher location.

7. The Vertical Incision Pattern
This is a comparatively newer technique of breast reduction,
which does not involve operative invasions like the traditional
method. Thus, it has minimum scars with results that are very
durable. However, it is not such a common technique as of yet.
Surgeons carrying out this surgery make use of an incision
around the areola, which proceeds down the boob. It forms a
lollipop-like cut via which tissue, skin and fat are removed. It
is very effective in people with moderately large boobs.

8. How to Prepare for the Surgery?
Before you go under the knife, it is
important that you stay in good
physical conditions to ensure
speedy and proper healing. Diet
is something, which you can
never compromise if you are
about to undergo a surgery
breast reduction in India. So,
it is always wise to follow your
doctor’s instructions for the
correct food. Moreover, you must
quit addictions, if any, or stop
using over-the-counter drugs.
Additionally, your doctor might
ask you to lose weight so that you
stay away from complications.

9. Scar-less procedure
This procedure makes use of liposuction for breast reduction.
The incision is very minimal (even smaller than the vertical
‘lollipop’ incision). Scars are next to zero and usually located
in places like the crease of the breasts or armpit. This method
is awesome for those with fatty boobs. Moreover, it is
beneficial because the chances of complications are very low.
However, scar-less surgeries are not recommended for people
with pendulous boobs.

10. What happens during the surgery?
The procedure will be carried out in a hospital under general
anaesthesia, which means you can sleep throughout the
procedure. But, it will not require you to stay overnight.
The duration of the surgery will depend on the severity of
the condition. Usually, it lasts for about three to five hours.
Of course, prior to this, your surgeon will let you know
about the technique he is opting.

11. Who Makes a Good Candidate for the Surgery?
The right candidate for the surgery is the one who has the
following conditions:
 Boobs, which are too large in comparison to the body.
 Boobs with the nipples and areolas drooping.
 Shoulder pain due to heavy boobs.
 One boob considerably larger than the other.
 Rashes in the bra lines.
 Grooves in the region of the bra strap.
 Difficulty in physical activities due to the heavy weight of
the boobs.
 Low confidence due to the way the boobs appear.

12. Y O U W I L L B E E X T R E M E L Y U N C O M F O R T A B L E F O R A D A Y
O R T W O . S O , H A V E E N O U GH A R R A N G E M E N T S F O R
R E L A X A T I O N . O F C O U R S E , Y O U W I L L R E T U R N T O
N O R M A L A F T E R A R O U N D 4 8 H O U R S . H O W E V E R , T H E R E
A R E S O M E E F F E C T S W H I C H W I L L L A S T F O R A F E W
W E E K S . S O , Y O U M A Y N EE D T O W E A R A SU R G I C A L B R A
F O R S O M E T I M E .
What is the Recovery Time?

13. Is it Only for Women?
Never. Even men suffering from
abnormally enlarged breasts
(gynecomastia) can go for this
surgery; it is equally effective in
them.

14. A L T H O U G H R A R E , Y O U M A Y S U F F E R F R O M T H E
F O L L O W I N G C O N D I T I O N S P O S T S U R G E R Y :
•SWELLING.
•BRUISING.
•SCARRING.
•INFECTION.
•LOSS OF SENSATION.
•ASYMMETRY AND UNEVENNESS.
Any Risks?

15. What to do After the Surgery?
Before you go inside the operation theatre, keep these things ready at your
home:
 Plenty of ice.
 Clean, sterile gauge and towels.
 Loose clothes.
 Recommended ointments and medicines.
 Magazines, books and movies.

16. Have a happy surgery!
Relax a lot after the surgery and always wear clean
clothes. And yes, you will need to go for follow-up
appointments with the doctor to change your dressing
and sutures. He might even advise you on how to take
proper care of your operated organs, or address to
complications, if any.

17. Contact Details
Cosmetic & Plastic Surgery Centre
37B Lansdown Terrace, Chattopadhya Rd,
Manoharpukur, Kalighat,
Kolkata, West Bengal
700026
Telephone:
+91-9831187557
Website: http://www.cosmetic-surgery-india.co.in/