Mammoplasty (Breast Reduction)

Preparation includes ensuring you are at your goal weight and your weight is stable for at least 3 months. 

You will be required to stop smoking or vaping at least 6 weeks before and after your surgery.  This is important because smoking and vaping has been shown to significantly affect patient’s post-operative recovery and will potentially compromise your surgical outcome. 

Dr Cronin will also advise you during your consultation if you are required to stop certain medications. 

Breast reduction (mammoplasty) is a medical procedure and therefore has a medicare item number. To qualify for the medicare rebate, it is a requirement to get a referral from your GP to Dr Cronin and send it through to our clinic email admin@thecoastalclinic.com.au prior to your consult with Dr Cronin.   

Before your consultation with Dr Cronin ensure you consider when you would like to have your surgery.  You will need to consider:

• When you can take time off work to recover.  Allow 1-2weeks (depending on your job)
• Ensure you have adequate support at home to assist if you have children.
• You will also need someone to drive you home and assist you during the initial recovery period.  It is a requirement during the first 24hours after your surgery that someone is present at home with you.

During recovery, you may experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed medications. You will be provided with a surgical support bra which you are required to wear at all times for at least the first 6 weeks.  It is important to follow Dr Cronin’s post-operative care instructions to ensure a smooth recovery. 

The duration of breast reduction surgery varies depending on the complexity of the case but typically takes between 2 to 3 hours.

Yes, scars are an inevitable part of breast reduction surgery, however, they typically fade over time.  A normal scar usually develops during the first 48 hours after wound closure and can fade between 3 and 12 months with an average time of 7 months.

Mammoplasty has the potential to affect your ability to breastfeed. There is potential for a reduction to your milk supply and nipple sensation. 
It’s important to seek the advice of a Specialist Plastic Surgeon, such as Dr Cronin to understand the risks involved in mammoplasty surgery.

The longevity of breast lift results can vary from person to person, as several factors can influence the outcome. While a breast lift can provide long-lasting improvements, it’s important to understand that breasts will continue to age naturally over time.

Other factors that impact the longevity of a breast reduction include aging, weight fluctuations and pregnancy/breastfeeding.

While you will notice an immediate change in the size and shape of your breasts, final results typically take several months to fully appear as swelling subsides and tissues settle.  In most cases, by 12 months the breasts have settled into position.