Breast Reduction Sugery

Large breasts can cause physical discomfort and can also affect emotional health and well being. The weight of it can cause back, shoulder and neck pain, bra strap grooving, rash under the breasts and numbness in stretched tissues, as well as the social challenges of teasing, unwanted attention and difficulty of finding clothing.

Over-large breasts can also make it difficult to exercise and enjoy regular physical activities. In short, they can have a negative impact on the lives of women of all ages.

Breast reduction is a surgical procedure that reduces, lifts and reshapes the breasts. It can also reduce the size of the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple). This is one of Dr. Georgina Konrat’s areas of expertise. Her professional approach along with constant drive for perfection made her a reliable Cosmetic Doctor in Brisbane, Queensland.

Many different surgical procedures are possible to reduce the size of the breasts, and the scars vary according to the technique required. Dr Konrat will help you determine which is best for you:

• The most common technique produces a scar completely around the nipple, and a scar that runs from the central point of the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple) to the fold beneath the breast.
• Depending on the surgical procedure needed, there may also be a scar in the fold beneath the breast.
• The scars are pink to start with and gradually fade over time. How well the scars heal and the quality of the final scars depends on numerous factors, such as how well your skin generally heals, or whether you are prone to hypertrophic or keloid (thickening) scars.
• Any unnecessary tension or pulling on the scars can widen and thicken the scars, so post-operative care is of the utmost importance in optimising the quality of the scars long-term.

You can expect to return to work and social activities about two weeks after your surgery. You should limit yourself to light exercise with no pushing, lifting or pulling anything heavy for 3 to 4 weeks. A well-fitted sports bra is recommended for exercise.

Depending on the type of breast reduction surgery performed, breast-feeding may still be possible, but in general, breast-feeding is not possible after breast reduction surgery. Normal mammograms and self-examination are advised.

Breast reduction surgery can take up to three months to reach its final shape when you can fully appreciate the permanent change in your appearance. More recent techniques enable us to have fewer scars, but your breasts may take between nine and twelve months to mature into their final shape and position.

You should never make a decision by reading a web page alone, no matter how comprehensive the information is. We encourage you to book a personal consultation with Dr Konrat, where she will assess you, explain the procedure in detail and help you to understand all the benefits as well as the risks and complications of surgery in general and breast surgery in particular.

It is critical that you are fully informed about the procedure: the information on this website has been written and is regularly updated by Dr Konrat. It was designed to provide as complete an informative experience as possible, but it does not take the place of a personal consultation.