Breast reduction is a complex surgery that is performed by our qualified and experienced surgeons. Nevertheless, as with any surgery, there is always a possibility of complications, including bleeding, infection, or reaction to the anesthesia. Some patients develop small sores around their nipples after surgery; these can be treated with antibiotic creams. You can reduce your risks by closely following our surgeon's advice both before and after surgery.
The procedure does leave noticeable and permanent scars. Even with the most efficient and careful operating technique and the best equipment cannot guarantee that the scars will be invisible. The incision around the areola heals the best, and also the vertical scar will be quite invisible, but the most problematic scar is the one underneath the breast. Poor healing and wider scars are more common in smokers. Although the scars will be covered by your bra or bathing suit, you should still be aware of the possible results. Scarring is mainly affected by your genetic features. Thick and visible scars can still be corrected with a scar revision surgery later.
The procedure can also leave you with slightly mismatched breasts or unevenly positioned nipples. Future breast-feeding may not be possible, since the surgery removes many of the milk ducts leading to the nipples.
Some patients may experience a permanent loss of feeling in their nipples or breasts. Rarely, the nipple and areola may lose their blood supply and the tissue will die. The nipple and areola can usually be rebuilt, however, with another surgery using skin grafts from elsewhere on the body.
