Hi. I have asked my provider about this. However I would also like the views and experiences of other doctors re my incisions. It started with a scab and now at around 17 days after surgery there is separation and white tissue. I had a hematoma on left breast although it seems to be the right that has more of an issue at t junction. I have just started antibiotics and antibiotic cream. Are they healing ok? Will incision get worse before better
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Breast reduction surgeries typically involve different techniques, such as the anchor, lollipop, or vertical incision methods. Pros and cons depend on factors like individual anatomy and surgeon expertise.
Common techniques include:
1. Anchor (Inverted T)a. Pros: Effective for significant...
I do many large breast reductions, and in most instances someone presenting with your size will end up somewhere in a D range with a standard technique unless you do a "free nipple graft" technique, which is rarely indicated. Also keep in mind that an over-resected breast reduction looks out of...
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The performance of breast reduction involves removal of skin, soft tissue and breast tissue. Multiple small nerves course through the area and may be traumatized. This may result in postoperative sensory alteration which usually abates over time with nerve...
