Breast reduction surgery is not always done for cosmetic reasons, sometimes it is a necessary procedure that someone needs so their quality of life can be improved.
Large breasts can cause a myriad of issues including back pain and psychological problems such as low self-confidence.
Breast reduction surgery is a procedure that both men and women undergo.
For women, it will give you smaller breasts that will feel lighter and look more proportionate to your body shape. .
Breast reduction surgery for men will improve the shape of your chest and give you a more masculine physique..
In this article, we will focus on the benefits breast reduction surgery can have for women along with some cons.
Here Are The 8 benefits of breast reduction surgery?
Reduced Breast Sagging (Ptosis)
Breasts can become droopy because of many factors like, ageing, pregnancy, weight changes, lactation, etc. By removing excess tissues and fat from them, breast reduction can make them firmer and lighter.
Pain Relief
As mentioned, having large breasts can cause a lot of pain, specifically in the shoulders, neck and back area.
If this pain persists it can turn into chronic pain that becomes debilitating and gets in the way of your day-to-day life.
Breast reduction surgery is used to remove excess fat, breast tissue and skin from your breasts.
When the surgeon removes either of these, the weight of each breast can reduce significantly.
Once healed and standing upright, you should feel a significant difference in your overall posture and balance.
Reducing the weight of the breasts will relieve pressure from the pain-related areas, giving you a much more comfortable life.
Help With Exercise
Exercise is one of the main benefactors of living a healthy life.
Unfortunately, having large breasts can become a major hindrance when it comes to exercising.
Not all types of exercise will be affected by having large breasts, for example if you’re an avid weightlifter, your exercise regime may only be affected slightly.
On the other hand, if you enjoy high-intensity exercises such as running and CrossFit things can be different.
Having large breasts can limit your range of motion, which is important for high-intensity workouts.
Breast reduction surgery can give you this full range of motion, allowing you to fully exploit all types of exercise routines.
If you do undergo breast reduction surgery, then you will need to wait around six weeks to do high-intensity workouts.
For weight lifting you should wait around a month. Then after this rest period, you can lift smaller weights and build up the weight over time.
It’s important to note these are general guidelines for recovery and your healing time may be different so please follow your after-care advice which will be tailored to you from your surgeon.
Breast Lift Effect
As breast reduction involves reducing fat and tissues from breasts, it also helps them making firmer and less droopy. This moves the nipples higher up and gives them a lifted look. After the excess skin removal, the remaining skin is made tighter that gives a similar effect as a breast lift.
However, breast reduction will not be as effective in lifting breasts and giving them a certain desired shape as an actual breast lift.
Confidence Booster
Large breasts can cause self-esteem and body image issues.
Your breasts may appear disproportionate in relation to your body type which may make you feel uncomfortable, especially in public.
You may think that people are staring at your breasts or that you somehow stand out from others who may have a smaller breast size.
That’s why reducing your breast size can lead to increased self-confidence and overall emotional well-being.
Research has confirmed that women who do receive breast reduction surgery can increase their quality of life and make them feel happier.
Improved Posture
Breast reduction surgery can often lead to improved posture.
By reducing the size and weight of the breasts, you should find that you can stand more upright and maintain a more natural and balanced posture.
This improvement in posture not only enhances physical comfort but also contributes to a more confident and poised appearance.
You will no longer need to compensate for the weight of your breasts by slouching or hunching forward.
Countless studies have been conducted on the importance of good posture as it is very heavily linked to spinal pain.
Wear clothing you couldn’t before
People should be able to wear whatever clothes they want without feeling uncomfortable. Having large breasts may limit your choices when it comes to clothing, including:
- Custom bras – Large breasts often require special, custom-fitted bras, which can be both expensive and limited in style options.
- Dresses and gowns – Dresses and gowns that may have been challenging to fit over a larger breast can be worn more comfortably post-reduction. You can choose from a wider array of formal and casual dresses due to the reduction also.
- Sportswear – Many individuals with large breasts find it challenging to find supportive activewear that allows for comfortable and effective workouts. Breast reduction makes it easier to wear sports bras and exercise gear that offers proper support and function.
Smaller breasts are generally more comfortable in a broader range of clothing due to the standard fittings that are available.
Wearing the right clothing can have a positive effect on your social psychology and allows you to avoid the discomfort that can occur with ill-fitting clothing.
Reduce skin irritation
Breast reduction surgery can significantly reduce skin irritation experienced if you have bigger boobs.
Large breasts can create skin folds and creases that trap moisture and become a breeding ground for fungal and bacterial infections.
These skin folds can also bring the onset of Intertrigo, a kind of dermatitis that is caused by inflammation of the skin.
The excess weight of the breasts can also exert constant pressure on the skin, leading to discomfort, chafing, and rashes.
By removing excess breast tissue and reshaping the breasts to a more proportionate size, breast reduction minimises skin-on-skin friction and allows for improved air circulation, reducing the risk of skin irritation.
This can lead to a substantial improvement in the overall comfort and skin health of the individual once you get through your breast reduction recovery.
Cons of Breast reduction
Scarring
Scarring is common in any surgery that involves incision. Cuts are made along the breast crease and around the areola to make them least visible. Scars from breast reduction usually fade with time but can still leave some mark.
Impact on Breastfeeding
Some women may find it difficult to feed due to changes made to breast ducts and glands. Such plans should be discussed with our doctors to get the best advise.
Delayed Healing
Your healing can be complex or delayed because of many factors, like, age, health issues, lifestyle. Poor lifestyle habits, like, smoking, or health issues like diabetes can slow down healing.
Breast reduction surgery specialists – New Birkdale Clinic
These are 6 major benefits of undergoing breast reduction surgery. Some of these may resonate with you more than others.
We’re experts in the field of breast reduction surgery, as well as other forms of breast surgery.
With the help of our industry-leading techniques and world-class surgeons, we can sculpt the breast shape you desire for your body.
We even have breast reduction before and after pictures available for those who would like to see the calibre of work we conduct.
Contact us today and a member of our staff will happily talk through our breast reduction options and get you started on your journey with us.
