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Breast Reduction Surgery Gaining in Popularity
January 20, 2025
January 20, 2025
Breast augmentation has long held the top spot numerically among cosmetic surgeries performed in Australia.
However, the number of women seeking smaller breasts through breast reduction surgery has been increasing in recent years.
Unlike breast augmentation, breast reduction surgeries are often performed for medical reasons. That is, breast reduction surgery to relieve the pain and discomfort caused by excessively large breasts, a condition known as “macromastia.”
Patients that are plagued with a lot of the concerns that require breast reduction are typically alleviated of so many of those symptoms after undergoing this procedure and just are very grateful, and, in general, we know have psychologically overall improved outcomes just for their well-being, not just physically but also emotionally.
Whether for aesthetic reasons or to relieve macromastia-related symptoms; breast reduction surgeries are one of the highest patient satisfaction procedures because it positively affects a quality of life.
Women with disproportionately large breasts can suffer from a number of physical and painful symptoms that can make it difficult to perform some common physical activities and lead an active life. Macromastia can also affect a woman’s self-image to the point at which emotional distress can be as debilitating as the physical impacts. For younger women, we know that it’s associated with a little bit more concern of whether it’s, not humiliation, but embarrassment because they’re young and in school and are often teased or receive undue attention from young and older men.
There are a lot of psychological elements to having very large breasts that often lead to women wanting a breast reduction.
Among primary reasons women tend to seek out breast reduction surgery are:
Also known as “reduction mammoplasty,” breast reduction surgery at Mode Plastic Surgery is performed under the skilled hands and aesthetic artistry of Dr Shagun Aggarwal.
In advance of surgery, Dr. Aggarwal meets with his patients in a pre-operative consultation to discuss aesthetic goals and desired relief from any macromastia-related symptoms.
Details about the procedure are also discussed at length, as are potential side effects, which can include scarring and loss of sensitivity. The goal as a plastic surgeon, though, is to have the best possible surgical techniques to minimize the appearance of a scar, so Dr Aggarwal use really great surgical technique, use the best sutures, the best instruments and his great surgical skills to help optimize scarring. However, sometimes even under the best of circumstances, a patient’s skin type, their genetics, their ethnicity, all can play a role in how someone scars.
Depending upon the desired breast size and shape, Dr Shagun Aggarwal may recommend that the reduction surgery be combined with other procedures, such as breast lift (mastopexy) and liposuction. Prior to the surgery the patient may have to undergo various tests and get a mammogram.
Specific techniques used during the surgery can vary, but the procedure begins with anesthesia to ensure patient comfort. In general, the surgery involves incisions around the areola and down each breast, though incision patterns are dependent upon the amount of excess tissue needing to be removed, position of the areola and nipple, and aesthetic goals.
Excess skin and fat is surgically removed and the remaining breast tissue reshaped, which includes a repositioning, or “lift,” of the areola and nipple. The remaining skin is tightened and the incisions are closed with deep sutures within the tissue to help support the newly shaped breasts.
Following the surgery, patients are given specific instructions designed to help with their recovery. Typical post-operative measures include gauze dressing, compression bra, pain medications and antibiotics as needed.
The recovery time itself ranges for every person, but usually the first week or so is going to be where the patient should expect tenderness, swelling, and bruising, although commonly patients refer to the pain as minor and well tolerated. After about a week or two, you feel much, much more like yourself. It’s also advised that you don’t drive for a few weeks.
As for full exercise, Dr. Shagun Aggarwal recommends waiting eight weeks, and wearing a surgical or sports bra during that time as well. You can also expect post-op bruising to clear up in about two weeks.
Mode Plastic Surgery has a stellar record in performing successful breast reduction surgeries. Dr Shagun Aggarwal have a keen eye for aesthetic contouring and the Mode Plastic Surgery team has extensive combined experience in all breast-related cosmetic surgeries.
If you would like to learn more about breast reduction surgery and discuss whether the procedure is the right option for you, Dr. Aggarwal would be happy to speak to you in a one-on-one consultation.
Contact Mode Plastic Surgery today at 1300 80 9000 or info@modeplasticsurgery.com.au to schedule your initial consultation.
Our breast reduction before and after gallery showcases the incredible results of this life-changing procedure. Breast reduction surgery can alleviate discomfort caused by overly large breasts, improving not only physical appearance but also overall quality of life. From reduced back pain to a more proportionate figure, this surgery can provide both aesthetic and functional benefits.
Explore our before and after breast reduction photos to see the transformations our patients experience, including smaller, more balanced breasts and improved posture. Each image highlights the skill of Dr Aggarwal in creating natural-looking results tailored to individual body types. If you’re considering breast reduction, these photos give a clear picture of the relief and confidence that come with the procedure.