What are the different Breast Reduction Procedures and Incision Patterns?
Part I Breast Reduction in women is the procedure done to decrease breast size for those suffering from the pain and discomfort of heavy breasts. It’s also done to correct breasts that are of two different sizes. Bilateral breast reduction refers to the reduction of both breasts, while unilateral breast reduction refers to the reduction of only one breast – as in the case where one breast is noticably larger than the other. Men can also have breast reduction, and while they do not typically suffer from the pain and discomfort associated with the need for breast reduction in women, they do suffer from the visual appearance and embarrassment of this condition. One in three men suffer from Gynecomastia, which is most often caused by a subtle imbalance of hormone metabolism. Pedicle Method This is the method that the majority of women have had or will have. The pedicle method of breast reduction reduces breast appearance, volume, and contour, while maintaining breast function and nipple se
