What Is Breast Reduction Surgery?
Breast reduction surgery can be a life changing procedure for those women with oversized breasts who are having trouble with back pain, neck pain and shoulder pain as well as finding it uncomfortable to wear fashionable or sexy clothes because of their large breast size.
Breast reduction surgery is a very specialized field of cosmetic surgery that requires a surgeon who is also a plastic surgeon. You should carefully evaluate your potential breast reduction surgeons and get recommendations from friends, family, colleagues and other past patients as well as speak to the surgeon directly to make sure he or she will be able to perform the procedure on you based on your needs and medical history.
What Are the Benefits of Breast Reduction Surgery?
Breast reduction surgery can result in a more appealing appearance for women who have large breasts and a relatively smaller waist, with reduced girth and weight. Having breast reduction surgery will help some women to be less self-conscious and look their best, thus improving their confidence. A breast reduction can improve the way a woman feels about her body.
When Should I Consider Breast Reduction Surgery?
There are multiple reasons why you might choose to go ahead with this surgery. For example, If you have been told by your doctor that you have breast implants that are ruptured, saline filled or infected, consider having the implants replaced with new silicone gel implants when you have your breast reduction surgery. Another reason is due to the weight of your breasts and the effect it is having on your spine and body.
Breast Reduction Surgery Cost in Australia
If you’re a woman living in Australia, the cost of getting rid of those extra and undesired pounds on your chest does come at a cost. You can get breast reduction surgery in most cities and towns in Australia, but some places are more expensive than others. The costs for this procedure vary between surgeons and hospitals which have varying levels of expertise, facilities, quality control guidelines and patient care standards.
Breast reduction surgery cost varies depending on where the procedure is done, what kind of expertise the doctor has, what the hospital is like and for how long he or she has been practicing medicine. A general rule of thumb to use in deciding what you can spend on that procedure is – the lower the ladder on your price list you go, the dimmer your chances are of getting a high quality service from a skilled surgeon.
Why Does Breast Reduction Surgery Cost Vary?
The factors that help you to determine the cost of breast reduction surgery in Australia include: the experience level of a surgeon; whether or not the surgeon performs surgery on both breasts at one time or separately; the type of surgery you undergo, whether it is a mastopexy, a breast lift or an augmentation.
Generally, the more your surgeon is experienced, the more skilled he is at performing this procedure. Higher quality surgeries usually cost you more money. The problem is finding a surgeon who has had enough experience to be considered highly qualified and a low price.
The best thing to do if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the costs of breast reduction surgery in Australia is to ask around for recommendations. When visiting or calling any hospital or clinic, ask if they can refer you to a surgeon known for giving high-quality service at a reasonable price. If nothing else, your friends and family will be able to tell you whether or not they have had good experiences with that particular doctor or hospital.
Dr. Mark Kohout is qualified plastic surgeon based in central Sydney with over 20 years of experience in the cosmetic field. With his extensive training and experience, patients can be assured they are in the very best of surgical hands. Dr. Kohout is a dedicated, friendly professional who is committed to providing the very best care, support and results, alongside his compassionate team. After years of specialty training in Great Britain, Australia and the United States, Dr. Kohout co-founded his own successful practice, Australia Plastic Surgery, in the heart of Sydney. Dr. Kohout is a certified member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (RACS), has published several articles in his field and appeared in popular media and television programs including the Biggest Loser, Ultimate Transformations and Bodyworks.
