Breast reduction surgery can be life-changing if you regularly experience discomfort, pain, or self-consciousness due to overly large breasts. While this procedure delivers significant and often permanent results, it’s natural to wonder whether your results will truly last forever. In this blog, Dr. Rudy Coscia, a highly skilled cosmetic surgeon specializing in breast procedures, helps patients understand the longevity of breast reduction surgery and how to maintain optimal results.
Are the Results Permanent?
Breast reduction surgery involves the removal of excess tissue, fat, and skin to create a smaller, more proportionate breast size. The procedure also lifts the breasts, resulting in a more youthful contour.
Breast reduction surgery provides long-lasting results, but the permanence of these results depends on several factors. The removed tissue and fat will not grow back, meaning your breasts will not return to their pre-surgery size. However, certain changes can occur over time:
- Aging: Natural aging processes, including a loss of skin elasticity, may cause your breasts to sag slightly in the years following surgery.
- Weight Changes: Significant weight gain can lead to an increase in breast size, while weight loss may reduce the volume of your breasts and affect their shape.
- Pregnancy: Pregnancy can significantly impact breast size and shape, as hormonal changes and breastfeeding often cause your breasts to enlarge and stretch.
- Lifestyle Choices: Factors like smoking or sun exposure can affect skin elasticity and overall breast appearance.
How to Maintain Your Results
Here are some steps you can take to prolong the results of your breast reduction surgery:
- Maintain a Stable Weight: Staying at a healthy, consistent weight will help preserve your surgical results.
- Wear Supportive Bras: A well-fitted bra provides daily support and minimizes stress on your breast tissue.
- Practice Good Skincare: Use moisturizers and sunscreen to keep your skin hydrated and protected from damage that can accelerate sagging.
- Adopt Healthy Habits: Avoid smoking and prioritize a balanced diet and regular exercise to maintain overall health and skin quality.
Enjoy Long-Term Confidence and Comfort
While no procedure can entirely halt the effects of aging or lifestyle changes, breast reduction surgery offers enduring benefits that can transform your quality of life. Dr. Rudy Coscia works closely with each patient to ensure optimal results and satisfaction, so that most of his breast reduction patients enjoy their new proportions throughout their lives.
If you’re ready to take the next step or have questions about breast reduction surgery, call our Granite Bay office at (916) 249-2863, Sacramento office at (916) 318-5826, or Coeur d’Alene, Idaho office at (208) 517-6600.
