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The mastopexy or breast reduction procedure is generally performed
in the Surgery Center on an outpatient basis, or if you prefer,
with an overnight stay in the Center. In most cases, a general anesthetic
is employed to insure your comfort and safety.
Any tissue removed during a breast reduction procedure will be examined
by a pathologist and you will receive separate bills from the laboratory
and the pathologist for their services.
The amount of tissue to be removed or the distance the areolus
is to be uplifted will determine the extent of surgical scars. Traditionally,
in addition to an incision around the areolus, a vertical incision
extends from the areolus to the fold beneath the breast and another
scar runs along the length of the fold. Today, many breast reductions
and uplifts can be performed with newer techniques necessitating
just the incision around the areolus.
Following the procedure a brassiere-like dressing will be applied
and you will be sent to the recovery room where you will be kept
until you are awake and ready for discharge.
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