The breast reduction is performed under a short general anaesthesia. After the excess tissue has been removed, the nipples are moved to their new position; usually the areola is reduced in size. If necessary, small tubes (drains) are placed to drain the wound water. Finally, the breasts are bandaged to minimize swelling.

The breast is tense and painful for several days. A special bra supports the healing. The stitches dissolve themselves. The scars are initially firm and slightly reddened. Light activities can, however, be resumed after a few days. The swelling can last 4 to 8 weeks. During this time the breasts are often sensitive to touch. After about 3 months the breasts have reached their final shape and size. After about 6 months, the scars fade.

Acute complications are extremely rare. However, as with any surgical procedure, there are certain risks, such as bleeding, infection or wound healing disorders. Sometimes there is hypersensitivity or numbness of the nipples, which usually normalizes over time, but may be permanent in a few patients. The ability to breastfeed may occasionally be impaired. We will discuss the exact risks in detail during the consultation.

We will discuss the costs in a personal consultation.