Mammoplasty: Everything You Need to Know About Breast Correction
Why is mammoplasty done?
Mammoplasty is done to improve the appearance and symmetry of the breasts. It can be important for women who have lost breast volume after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss, or for those who feel discomfort due to asymmetry. The surgery helps restore not only aesthetics but also psychological comfort, boosting self-confidence.
Contact Iryna Pradosh to learn more about breast plastic surgery and choose the optimal breast augmentation or correction option that suits your needs.
Mammoplasty is a plastic surgery that allows you to change the shape and size of the breasts, giving them the desired appearance. It helps restore symmetry, regain lost volume, or make the breasts larger. Iryna Pradosh, an experienced plastic surgeon, offers individual solutions for each patient, ensuring safe and aesthetic procedures.
Indications for mammoplasty
Mammoplasty is an effective surgery for those who want to change the appearance of their breasts due to the following indications:
- Dissatisfaction with breast size or shape;
- Breast asymmetry;
- Loss of volume after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss;
- Congenital defects in breast development;
- Desire to increase breast size or restore symmetry after surgery.
The surgery helps resolve both aesthetic and psychological issues, giving women the opportunity to feel more confident and comfortable in their bodies.
Types of mammoplasty
There are several types of mammoplasty, allowing each patient to choose the optimal option to achieve the desired result:
- Breast augmentation with implants – a classic method that involves using implants to increase volume and improve breast shape. This technique allows for noticeable and long-lasting results.
- Breast augmentation with fat (lipofilling) – a more natural option, where the patient's own fat is used for augmentation, transplanted into the breast area. This method is suitable for those who want to achieve a natural look without using implants.
- Correction of asymmetry – a surgical procedure that helps restore breast symmetry. This is important for those whose breasts naturally have different sizes or shapes.
How is the surgery performed?
The process of performing mammoplasty includes several stages:
- Consultation – initially, a detailed consultation with the surgeon is conducted, during which the patient's wishes are discussed, the optimal method is selected, and all details of the surgery are agreed upon.
- Preparation – before the surgery, the patient undergoes an examination to identify possible contraindications.
- Surgical intervention – the surgery itself usually lasts several hours and is performed under general anesthesia. In the case of breast augmentation with implants, the surgeon makes small incisions and inserts the implant, or in the case of lipofilling – transplants fat cells.
- Recovery – after the surgery, the patient remains under medical supervision for a short period, after which she can return to daily life, following rehabilitation recommendations.
