Two methods are available for this procedure, and sometimes a combination is used.
By making a half moon incision around or below the areola and cutting away the unwanted breast tissue.
With the advancement of surgical techniques and the introduction of specifically designed lipoplasty equipment, the surgeon is able to break up and draw off excess fat through a fine cannula. The breast fat is approached from a tiny incision towards the armpit or under the nipple.
This incision heals well and is difficult to see
Bruising is a natural result of the surgery and may persist for a week or so. Hardness or lumpiness within the tissues due to swelling can persist for a month or so. Infection is uncommon but preventative antibiotics will be prescribed at discharge from hospital.
