Breast Reduction in Oklahoma City, OK

While some women seek to gain larger breasts, for some, excessively large breasts cause social, functional, and physical setbacks, as well as self-image issues and physical pain. If you are one of these women, plastic surgeon Dr. Kamal Sawan can help you get back your confidence and enjoy an active lifestyle through breast reduction surgery. This aesthetic surgery at Sawan Surgical Aesthetics in Oklahoma City, OK removes excess fat, tissue, and skin to redefine and reshape your breasts to a smaller and healthier size. This surgery also reconstructs the size of the areolas and nipples and moves them so they look natural with the new breast size.

If you have breasts that interfere with everyday life because of their heaviness or size, breast reduction surgery may be a good option to give you the contour you desire and make life a little easier. If you experience frustration, worry, or find it difficult to lead an active life because of the heaviness of your breasts, this surgery may be what you need. If you also deal with consistent back pain, neck pain, or other skin irritants related to your breast size, this surgery can greatly diminish these medical conditions. It is important you are at a stable weight and choose a skillful surgeon, like Dr. Sawan, who listens to your desired outcome and has the knowledge to produce a pleasing and natural appearance.

Breast reduction surgery is an outpatient procedure performed while you are under general anesthesia. The length of the surgery depends on various factors, including the complexity of the incision, the overall reduction technique, how much reduction is required, as well as areola and nipple repositioning. In most cases, liposuction is used for tissue and fat reduction to reduce the size of your breasts. At the time of your initial consultation, all of these factors will be addressed with Dr. Sawan. Scarring is also carefully examined and talked through as it will likely occur. However, modern methods have led to a noticeable reduction of visible scarring. Based on the size and overall reduction, either an anchor or a vertical incision will be made, breast tissue removed, and the remaining tissue and skin tightened.

After surgery, our team will closely monitor you in our private recovery area, then send you home to heal. A draining tube will likely be inserted near your surgical site to assist with bleeding and swelling, and you will need to wear a medical sports bra for a few days to help improve blood flow to the breasts during your immediate recovery. Within about a month, your breasts will settle and the post-surgery effects will go away. From there, you should start to feel a little lighter, relieved, and more self-assured with your appearance. After breast reduction surgery, you can enjoy the clothes you could not wear before and feel excited about your new look. Remember, it is important to stay at a healthy body weight so the results are not negatively impacted.

Will I have visible scarring after a breast reduction?

While some scarring is inevitable with any surgical incision, we use modern techniques to ensure it is as discreet as possible. These scars typically fade significantly over time and are usually hidden easily under bras or swimwear. Our team at Sawan Surgical Aesthetics will provide you with a comprehensive scar management plan to optimize your results.

Does breast reduction surgery affect the ability to breastfeed?

Many women are able to breastfeed successfully after a reduction, but there is a risk that the surgery could impact milk production. Dr. Sawan takes great care to preserve the milk ducts and blood supply to the nipple during the reshaping process. It is important to discuss your future family planning goals with our team during your initial consultation.

Will I lose sensation in my nipples after breast reduction?

Temporary changes in nipple sensation, such as numbness or hypersensitivity, are common during the initial healing phase. While longer-lasting loss of sensation is a potential risk, our team in Oklahoma City, OK, uses advanced techniques to protect the nerves during tissue removal. Most patients find that their normal sensation returns gradually over several months.

Plastic surgeon Dr. Sawan can help you create a fuller life by reducing the size of your heavy and large breasts. If your breasts cause physical or emotional pain, a breast reduction at Sawan Surgical Aesthetics can help you attain a more balanced appearance. There's no reason to continue accepting the discomfort or lack of confidence that can accompany large breasts. For questions about cost and financing or for more information about this exceptional breast reduction treatment, contact our Oklahoma City, OK office today.