Breast Reduction in Salt Lake City, Utah

Yes, asymmetric breasts can be improved with breast reduction surgery. A larger volume of breast tissue can be removed on the larger side. A state of the art tool to help determine the volume difference is 3D breast imaging.

How a breast reduction is performed depends on which technique is used, which is individualized to the patient. Liposuction breast reduction alone can be used if the nipple position has minimal droop, there is minimal skin excess, and the breast tissue is not too dense. Liposuction breast reduction is what is referred to as “scarless breast reduction“. Few patients are ideal candidates. A small cannula is placed through tiny incisions, and the fatty components of the breast tissue is removed through liposuction.

Liposuction with a breast lift/ skin tightening procedure is another option for some patients. The advantage is less disruption of deep tissues and greater artistic control of the breast for the surgeon.

For most Salt Lake City, Utah patients, classical breast reduction with direct removal of skin and tissue excess is performed. The nipple remains attached to a portion of breast tissue which is moved to a higher position on the breast. Much of the breast tissue is removed and the remaining tissue is reshaped. It is important that the blood supply to the nipple be maintained during the operation. For this reason, Dr. Yates does not perform this procedure on smokers, in whom blood supply is diminished. Smokers must be completely nicotine and cigarette free for six weeks before the operation.

Breast reduction is performed in either an inpatient operating room, outpatient operating room or even in Dr. Yates AAAASF certified clinic operating room. Most of our cases are in our in-office operating room. Breast reduction used to require a 1-3 night stay in the hospital and often a blood transfusion. This is no longer the case and is routinely done on an outpatient basis. Improved technique including very little blood loss and improved nausea treatment have allowed this.

The fees associated with breast reduction surgery in Layton, UT include 1) surgeon’s fees, 2) anesthesia fees, and 3) facility fees. As Dr. Yates has an in-office operating suite in Utah, the facility fee is minimal. This is a cost-saving directly to the patient. For a list of the costs of common procedures performed by Dr. Yates click here.

After undergoing breast reduction surgery in Layton, UT, you will be given antibiotics to prevent infection and medications for pain and nausea. There will be discomfort for the first few days after the breast reduction procedure. Generally, drains are not placed. Your activity will be limited for six weeks. You may return to desk work as soon as you feel able, usually 2-5 days. You may resume moderate lifting at three weeks and may return to the gym at six weeks. You will be given a supportive bra which will be used for six weeks.

Breast Reduction Recovery

Breast reduction surgery removes a significant amount of the breast tissue involved in lactation which can impair breastfeeding. The techniques Dr. Yates generally use maintains a significant amount of glandular tissue and many, but not all, Utah patients are successful at breastfeeding.

If future nursing is a critical aspect of the procedure, liposuction with or without skin tightening may be the best choice.

As with any surgery, there are possible risks and complications. As a perfectionist, Dr. Yates takes every precaution to prevent these.