Breast reduction in Paris — Reduction surgery

Before a breast reduction

• Consulting: 1 to 2 consultations with the plastic surgeon, 1 consultation with the anesthesiologist
• Tips: Stop smoking at least 3-4 weeks beforehand, stop taking anticoagulants (aspirin or NSAIDs) 10 days before the procedure
• Signature documents (quote, informed consent), and taking pre-operative photographs
• Reflection period: 15 days between the first consultation and the procedure

The intervention of the mammary reduction

• Anesthesia: Generate
• Duration of the intervention: Between 1 and 2 hours depending on the pre-operative cup size
• Hospitalization : It is possible to perform the procedure on an outpatient basis (same-day discharge), but it will be preferable to stay overnight in the hospital (discharge the day after the procedure) depending on the extent of the breast reduction.

Aftermath and Results of Breast Reduction

• Post-operative instructions : wearing a compression bra
• Removing the wires: No threads to remove as all threads are absorbable
• Rest : 1 to 7 days.
• Resumption of physical activities: Between 2 and 4 weeks
• Resumption of professional activities: in some cases as early as the next day, or after 7 days of recovery.
• Timeframe for final result: between 3 and 6 months most often, but sometimes up to 1 year after the procedure

Fee for the intervention

• You will receive a quote at the first consultation.
• The price includes hospitalization, operating room, anesthesia, surgeon, and surgical assistant fees.
• Coverage may be possible by social security if the "removed breast volume is greater than 300 grams".
• CCAM Act
  – QEMA012: Unilateral reduction mastopexy
  – QEMA013: Bilateral reduction mastopexy