Breast Lift and Breast Reduction Risks in Loudoun

Specialist in breast lift, and breast reductions for Northern Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, & Washington DC

General information on breast lift and breast reduction operations

Breast lift, or its medical term ?mastopexy? and breast reduction are cosmetic surgical procedures to raise and reshape sagging breasts. Factors such as pregnancy, nursing, weight change, aging and gravity produce changes in the appearance of a woman?s breasts. As the skin loses its elasticity, the breasts often lose their shape and begin to sag. Breast lift, or breast reduction are similar cosmetic surgery procedures performed by plastic surgeon, Dr. Michael J. Brown to best raise and reshape sagging breasts. This cosmetic operation can also reduce the size of the areola, the darker skin around the nipple. If your breasts are small or have lost volume after pregnancy, breast implants inserted in conjunction with breast lift can increase both firmness and size. Breast reduction patients obviously do not want any more breast volume. The best candidates for breast lift and breast reduction surgeries are healthy, emotionally stable women who have realistic expectations about what these type of surgeries can accomplish. Breasts of any size can be lifted, but the results may not last as long in women with heavy, large breasts. Both breast reduction and cosmetic breast lift surgery leave permanent, noticeable scars on the breasts. There are a variety of different cosmetic surgical techniques used for the reshaping and lifting of the breast. To actually visualize the steps of the breast lift and breast reduction surgery visit these 3-D illustrations.

A separate consent form for the use of breast implants ( breast augmentation ) in conjunction with breast lift is necessary. Prior to any cosmetic surgical procedure(s), it is best that you have read and understand the consent forms required for the plastic surgical procedure(s). If you are searching for safe breast reduction or breast lift surgery minimizing risk in Northern Virginia, Maryland or Washington,DC, plastic surgeon, Dr. Michael J. Brown is an excellent choice to have this procedure from. His patients come from Loudoun, Fairfax, Reston, Herndon, Leesburg, Dulles, Ashburn, Middleburg, Great Falls, Potomac Falls, Alexandria, Vienna, Falls Church, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, Richmond,Washington, DC to name a few areas

Alternative Treatment Options to breast lifts or breast reduction surgery - Cosmetic breast lifts and breast reduction are elective surgical operations. Alternative treatment would consist of not undergoing the breast lift or breast reduction surgical procedures or wearing supportive undergarments to lift sagging breasts. Risks and potential complications are associated with alternative surgical forms of treatment.

Risks of breast lift or breast reduction surgeries

Every cosmetic surgical procedure involves a certain amount of risk, and it is important that you understand the risks involved with these surgeries. An individual?s choice to undergo a surgical procedure is based on the comparison of the risk to potential benefit. While the majority of women do not experience these complications, you should discuss each of them with plastic surgeon, Dr. Michael J. Brown to make sure you understand the risks, potential complications, and consequences of the cosmetic breast lift and breast reduction operations.

Bleeding after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- It is possible, though unusual, to experience a bleeding episode after cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries. Should post-operative bleeding occur, it may require emergency treatment to drain accumulated blood or blood transfusion. Do not take any listed medications for 14 days before cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries, as this may increase the risk of bleeding.

Infection after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- An infection is quite unusual after cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries. Should an infection occur, treatment including antibiotics or additional breast surgery may be necessary.

Change in nipple and skin sensation after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- You may experience a change in the sensitivity of the nipples and the skin of your breast after cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries. Permanent loss of nipple sensation can occur after a breast lift or breast reduction surgeries in one or both nipples.

Breast implants after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- Risks associated with the potential use of breast implants are covered elsewhere in the breast implants risks page.

Skin scarring after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- All cosmetic surgery leaves scars, some more visible than others. Although good wound healing after breast lift or breast reduction surgical procedures are expected, abnormal scars may occur within the skin and deeper tissues. Scars may be unattractive and of different color than the surrounding skin tone. There is the possibility of visible marks in the skin from sutures. In some cases scars may require surgical revision or treatment.

Firmnes after breast lift or breast reduction surgerys- Excessive firmness of the breast can occur after cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries due to internal scarring or scarring around a breast implant if one is used during the breast lift. The occurrence of this is not predictable. Additional treatment including cosmetic surgery may be necessary.

Poor resul after breast lift or breast reduction surgeryt- There is the possibility of a poor result from the cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries. You may be disappointed with the cosmetic results of the breast lift or breast reduction surgeries. Cosmetic risks would include unacceptable visible deformities, poor healing, and unsatisfactory breast shape. You may be dissatisfied with the size of your breasts after either a cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgery.

Delayed healing after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- Wound disruption or delayed wound healing is possible. Some areas of the breast skin or nipple region may not heal normally and may take a long time to heal. Areas of skin or nipple tissue die. This may require frequent dressing changes or further surgery to remove the non-healed tissue.

Smokers have a greater risk of skin loss and wound healing complications.

Asymmetr after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- Some breast asymmetry naturally occurs in most women. Differences in terms of breast and nipple shape, size, or symmetry may also occur after either cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries. Additional surgery may be necessary to revise asymmetry after either surgery.

Allergic reactions after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- In rare cases, local allergies to tape, suture material, or topical preparations have been reported. Systemic reactions which are more serious may occur to drugs used during either cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries and prescription medicines. Allergic reactions may require additional treatment.

Surgical anesthesia after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- Both local and general anesthesia involve risk. There is the possibility of complications, injury, and even death from all forms of surgical anesthesia or sedation, or cosmetic surgery.

Breast disease after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- Breast disease and breast cancer can occur independently of breast lift or breast reduction surgeries. It is recommended that all women perform periodic self-examination of their breasts, have mammography according to American Cancer Society guidelines, and to seek professional care should a breast lump be detected.

Future pregnancy and breast feeding after breast lift or breast reduction surgery- breast lift or breast reduction surgeries are not known to interfere with pregnancy or breast feeding. If you are planning a pregnancy, your breast skin may stretch and offset the results of your breast surgery.

ADDITIONAL COSMETIC SURGERY NECESSARY
There are many variable conditions that may influence the long term result of your cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgery. Secondary cosmetic breast lift surgery may be necessary to perform additional tightening or repositioning of the breasts. Should complications occur, additional cosmetic surgery or other treatments may be necessary.

HEALTH INSURANCE
Most health insurance companies exclude coverage for cosmetic surgical operations such as breast lift or any complications that might occur from breast lift surgery. Some carriers have excluded breast diseases in patients who have breast implants. Please carefully review your health insurance subscriber information pamphlet. Most insurance plans exclude coverage for secondary or revisionary cosmetic surgery. Breast reduction surgery may be covered by some insurances.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The cost of cosmetic breast lift or breast reduction surgeries involves several charges for the services provided. The total includes fees charged by your doctor, the cost of surgical supplies (possible breast implants ), laboratory tests, anesthesia, and hospital charges, depending on where the breast surgery is performed. Depending on whether the cost of breast surgery is covered by an insurance plan, you will be responsible for necessary co-payments, deductibles, and charges not covered. Additional costs may occur should complications develop from the breast lift surgery. Secondary breast lift surgery or hospital-day surgery charges involved with revisionary surgery would also be your responsibility.

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