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Breast Reduction
PROCEDURE:
Breast Reduction
Reduction in the size of the breasts, while at the same time reshaping the breasts.
WHO IS A CANDIDATE FOR THIS PROCEDURE:
- Macromastia (very enlarged breasts)
- Painful bra straps, backache, headaches, shoulder pain.
- Ptotic (droopy breasts), and enlarged breasts.
DESCRIPTION:
Breast reduction is the removal of excess breast tissue and at the same time rearranging the breast and lifting the nipple position to create a rounder, fuller breast with a more youthful appearance.
Depending on the amount of breast tissue to be removed and also the extent of droopiness, this procedure can be achieved via a short scar (lollipop scar) or wise pattern (anchor scar) technique.
Before a breast reduction procedure Dr Liakos will assess you and determine if pre-screening (ultrasound or mammogram) is necessary depending on your age and medical history.
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Dr Liakos is extensively involved in breast reconstruction and has extensive knowledge of the breast anatomy required to achieve consistent and excellent long-term results.
SOME FAQs:
- Nipple sensation may be altered especially in very large reductions
- Breast feeding may be affected after breast reduction
- Scarring improves over time
- Breasts take final shape after 6 months, up to 1 year
DURATION:
2- 3 hours.
Overnight hospital stay.
ASSOCIATED PROCEDURES:
- Liposuction of the axillary fat.
- Abdomninoplasty.
- As a matching procedure in breast reconstruction.
POST-OPERATIVE RECOVERY:
- Post op recovery is 2 weeks.
- No driving for 2 weeks.
- No exercise for 4 weeks (although brisk walking may be started after 2 weeks).
- Drains are removed after 1 day.
Contact us to arrange a consultation for a full assessment by Dr Liakos. We are happy to answer any questions or queries you may have.
Dr Dimitri Liakos is a member of the College of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of South Africa and a member of the Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons of South Africa (APRASSA).
He is a member of the World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgeons (WSRM) and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS).

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+27 81 234 3178 | +27 11 356 6578 |
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reception@drliakos.co.za |
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www.drliakos.co.za | www.dgmc.co.za |
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WITS Donald Gordon Medical Centre 18 Eton Road, Parktown, South Africa |
