Breast surgery (mammoplasty)

Cosmetic breast surgery

Cosmetic breast surgery is not driven by breast pathology but rather by aesthetic desires of patients. It aims to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the breasts and addresses four main concerns. Patients may perceive their breasts as underdeveloped (breast hypotrophy), excessively large (breast hypertrophy), sagging (breast ptosis), or asymmetrical.

There are numerous techniques available to increase breast volume, lift the breasts, improve their shape, enhance cleavage, and reduce the size of the areola. Not all these techniques require implants; breast augmentation via fat transfer (lipofilling) can also be considered.

Each technique of cosmetic breast surgery is detailed on this Website. Explore further details of each procedure by clicking the links below.

• Breast augmentation

This procedure aims to increase breast volume, often using implants but also through lipofilling. It is suitable for women looking to enhance their silhouette or restore volume lost after pregnancy or weight loss.

• Breast reduction

This involves removing excess glandular, fatty, and skin tissue from the breasts. It provides relief for women experiencing discomfort due to overly large breasts. This surgery improves physical comfort and enhances breast aesthetics.

• Breast ptosis

Ptosis refers to sagging or drooping of the breasts. The surgical procedure, known as mastopexy, lifts and reshapes the breasts in order to restore a more youthful and firm appearance to breasts that have lost their firmness.

• Breast asymmetries

It is common to observe differences in shape or volume between breasts. Breast asymmetry surgery corrects these differences to create a more harmonious and symmetrical breast appearance.

• Breast implants

These are surgically inserted implants to increase breast size or change the breast shape. Implants can be filled with saline or silicone gel and come in various sizes and shapes to meet patients’ needs and desires.

Breast plastic surgery

Breast plastic surgery encompasses all techniques aimed at reconstructing the breast and restoring its morphology. It involves procedures to reconstruct the breast post-mastectomy, correct congenital deformities, address breast asymmetry, and reduce excess glandular and skin tissue to achieve breast harmony, customized to fit the patient’s natural contours. These procedures are covered by health insurance under certain conditions. They can:

• Reconstruct the breast
• Reduce breast size
• Correct breast deformities (e.g., tuberous breasts)

Each technique of breast plastic surgery is detailed on this Website. Explore further details of each procedure by clicking the links above.

Gynecomastia

Breast surgery is not exclusive to women. Many men are affected by gynecomastia, characterized by excess breast tissue. It varies in severity and can cause discomfort, embarrassment, and daily life challenges.

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Gynecomastia

In the case of aesthetic or reconstructive breast surgery, a single day of hospitalization is typically sufficient. Recovery at home usually spans about a week, with post-operative care varying depending on the nature of the procedure.

Patients often express concerns about the quality and visibility of scars following breast surgery. The placement of breast surgery scars depends on the technique employed. Plastic surgeons ensure these scars are positioned to be as discreet as possible.

To optimize healing, it’s crucial to completely quit smoking for at least one month prior to any breast surgery procedure.

The cost of breast surgery varies based on the technique used and whether breast implants are necessary. Providing an exact price for a breast surgery is not possible without first examining the patient during a consultation.