Breast reduction-What to expect of scarring?

Breast reduction requires incisions in the flesh, such as breast enhancement. With any surgery, scars are inevitable, including breast reduction.

But this doesn't automatically mean you're going to be left with extreme scarring. During and after surgery, there are ways to reduce the appearance of scars.

Your first job is to find a high-quality, board certified plastic surgeon who is comfortable in minimal scarring and breast reduction. You can then try various post-surgery procedures to reduce the marks of breast reduction. Continue to read to learn more.

Different technique scars are:

Breast reduction, like any surgery, results in scarring. The extent of scarring, however, depends in part on the types of techniques used. This boils down to the techniques of shorter-scar versus larger-scar.

If looking at the surgeon's portfolio of work, be sure to ask about these procedures to get an understanding of the differences between the two. This will help you learn when post-surgery can be expected.

Shorter Scar

For breast reduction surgery, the shorter-scar procedure consists of smaller incisions. This method is used for people who experience decay and want a reduction for breast size to be minimal to moderate.

Their scope is to limit short-scar reductions. For larger breast reductions, shorter-scar techniques are not as effective.

Larger Scar

As their name suggests, further incisions and resulting wider scarring areas are involved in larger-scar techniques.

This technique involves the following three incisions:

·        One incision under the breast between the areola and the crease.

·        The other one around the areola

·        One final incision horizontally under the breast

Although this procedure seems to be more thorough, only one additional incision under the breasts is required in the larger-scar technique.

What is the scarring going to look like?

Treatment from surgical incision on top of your skin looks like a thin, raised line. This is referred to as scar tissue. At first, the color of the region is red or pink It's going to darken and flatten as the scar heals. For your wounds to heal, it may take several months to a year. You may be at a higher risk of hyperpigmentation if you have darker skin, or probably deeper raised scars such as hypertrophic scars or keloids.

Smaller and larger-scar techniques will vary in appearance. You're going to have three scars with the latter compared to two. Incisions made along the crease of the breast may not be as noticeable as they are horizontal and hidden in the crease of the breast or bra line.

Breast reduction scars in a bikini top or bra should not be visible. With an anchor breast reduction, some scarring may appear in minimal clothing along the crease of the breasts.

Were injuries going to change over time?

Scars of breast reduction may become more visible over time if left untreated.

Scarring may also be worsened by:

• Smoking
• Tanning
• Itching
• Scrubbing 

Your physician is your best resource for aftercare and scar reduction techniques details. We will direct you through your choices and advise you on any further steps.

Without consulting your doctor, you should not use over-the-counter scar removal methods. Some products may increase your risk of rash and irritation, making the scarring area more noticeable.

Can you remove the scars?

The only way to remove scars is through some surgical procedures. They may be performed by your cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist.

Usually, scar removal procedures leave a new scar left instead of the previous scar. Nevertheless, the latest scars may be smaller, clearer, and hopefully less visible.

Punch grafting operates by plugging the skin into the scar removed from another area of the body. The effect is a scar that is deeper and shallower. It takes up to one week to heal punch grafting.

Other methods of removal of scars may include:

• Laser treatment
• Chemical peel
• Bleaching medications

Scars for breast reduction are possible, but only to some extent. You may have minimal scarring after reduction with the right surgeon.

When choosing a plastic surgeon, ask them to see before and after pictures for a sample of their work on breast reductions. This can help give you some insight into the quality of their work, as well as the severity of post-operation scarring.

Your plastic surgeon can also give you tips to take care of the incision areas to promote the process of healing.

Dr. Priyadarhan is an eminent Plastic Surgeon having expertise in all forms of breast reduction in Bangalore. He holds a high repute for his world-class breast implants and breast lift surgical procedures. He undertakes all types of breast surgeries such as augmentation, breast uplifts and breast reductions. Apart from this, Dr. Priyadarhsan is highly reputed for his expertise in undertaking breast cancer surgeries successfully. For him, every case is a new challenge and he works with utmost sincerity and dedication to offer best surgical services to his clients.

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