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Apollo Plastic Surgery - Simon Nicholson
Private Service, Plastic Surgery
Breast Reduction
Surgery to reduce breast size usually involves making a cut (incision) around the areola (the dark area around the nipple) straight downwards and along the crease beneath the breast. Glandular tissue, fat and skin are removed and the breast reshaped. The surgery is performed under general anaesthesia (you will sleep through it) and will take 2-4 hours.
This is usually performed as day-case surgery but if you live far away it is advisable to stay one night in a hotel near to the surgical centre in case there are any problems.
You will need to arrange for someone else to drive you home the next day.
You may need to take some medication for pain relief for several days and you must wear a special support bra continuously for up to 6 weeks after surgery. You will probably be able to return to work after about 2 weeks. It will take several months for the scars to fade.