Methods and incisions for breast reduction surgery

There are various methods of breast reduction that are used at Breast Atelier.

Which procedure is used in each individual case always depends on the patient's physical characteristics and is decided by the operating doctor after a comprehensive consultation and examination of the breast.

The T-method

In the T-method, the incision is made around the areola, where it is joined with a horizontal incision in the inframammary fold.

This form of breast reduction offers an optimal way to treat very large and very sagging breasts, as a lot of excess tissue can be removed via the large opening.

The breast is then reshaped and the nipple is moved further upwards. The transplantation of the nipple can impair the ability to breastfeed and can lead to sensory disturbances.

Advantages and disadvantages of this surgical method

Advantages

• Especially effective for extremely large breasts
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• Optimal remodeling conditions of the breast
• The new shape of the breast is visible immediately after the swelling has subsided

Disadvantages

• Longer scar due to the T-cut;Longer scar due to the T-incision
• Inability to breastfeed due to ablation and transplantation of the nipple is possible;possible

The i-method

This surgical method, also known as the Lejour method, saves scars and is particularly recommended for medium-sized breasts that need to be reduced in size and tightened at the same time.

As with the other methods, the surgeon makes the incision around the areola and then moves vertically downwards from there to the inframammary crease, which means that the scar can be kept shorter.

Once the incision has been made, the excess tissue can be removed and the breast reshaped. In most cases, the nipple has to be moved and the surgeon then pulls the skin underneath the nipple together and can thus simultaneously tighten the breast.

The vertical scar is tightened. This can result in wavy scars, but these will smooth out by themselves within a few months. In a few cases, the scars need to be corrected.

With this method, it is important that patients are informed in advance that the result will only be visible after a few months and that the wavy scars will smooth out over time.

Advantages and disadvantages of this surgical method

Advantages

• Very suitable for breasts that need to be reduced in size and tightened at the same time;
• Scar-saving

Disadvantages

• Not suitable for extremely large breasts, as not as much tissue can be removed as with the T-method
• The creation of undulating scars
• ;The final result can only be seen after a few months
• Scar corrections are often necessary

Following the operation, many women therefore not only feel a slight loss of volume

• ;After surgery, many women not only experience relief from discomfort, but are also pleased with their improved aesthetics, which have a positive effect on body sensation and freedom of movement. Freedom of movement too.

Breast reduction at a glance

• Operation time: 2-3 hours
• Anesthesia: General anesthesia
• Hospital stay: No, as outpatient surgery
• Aftercare: bra for 6 weeks
• Social fitness: After 2-3 days
• Light sport: After 1-2 weeks
• Regular sport: After 6-8 weeks

Frequently asked questions answered by Dr Noever

A breast surgery at Breast Atelier: Quality surgery at a transparent fixed price

The Breast Atelier's team of doctors consists of specialists with several years of professional experience who work under the medical supervision of Dr. med. Cédric A. George, the founder of the Pyramid Clinic (today Plastic Surgery Pyramid), which is renowned far beyond the country's borders. His center for plastic surgery, which is now one of the market leaders in Switzerland, has set the standards in terms of quality and reliability in plastic reconstructive and aesthetic surgery.

Under the patronage of the Plastic Surgery Pyramid, these standards are also accessible to a wider audience in the Breast Atelier. Our specialists in plastic surgery are the guarantors of quality surgery.

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