Reduction mammoplasty in Coimbra and Lisbon

Plastic Surgeon with professional licence no. 44167 from the Portuguese Medical Association - Recovery using the R24R technique.

Eliminate excess volume and improve your posture. Feel light again. Discreet scars.

The image shows a woman in frontal view, showing the natural and harmonious results of breast reduction surgery, a surgical procedure focused on reducing breast volume to improve physical comfort and aesthetic proportion. This type of intervention is often sought for reasons of health and well-being, promoting a significant improvement in patients' quality of life.

What is reduction mammoplasty?

Also called breast reduction surgery or reduction mammoplastyThis procedure consists of reducing the volume (size) of the breast and changing its contour and shape to be in proportion to the woman's body.

This is a personalised surgical procedureIn this way, the size of the breast reduction will be adapted to your expectations, but also to your previous anatomy. After a thorough assessment in consultation, all questions relating to the surgery are duly discussed with Dr Ricardo Carvalho.

To find out more about breast reduction, contact us to book an appointment. evaluation consultation in Coimbra (Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Centre) or Lisbon (MYFACE clinic).

We also have online consultation / teleconsultationThis is an advantageous option for those who live in other cities in Portugal (Porto, Aveiro, Leiria, etc.) and is still very popular with patients who live in other countries.

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Indications for breast reduction

WHO IS INDICATED FOR THIS SURGERY?

Any woman who feels uncomfortable with the size of her breasts, either because of the excessive sizeeither by excessive weightShe may be a candidate for this surgery.

Breast hypertrophy (oversized breasts) often has an impact on a woman's personal, professional and social life, and in the most serious cases it can even lead to death:

pain in the cervical and dorsal spine or on the shoulders;
in breast crease is frequent the skin becomes moist, reddened, with itchingpossibly even with an unpleasant odour, or maceration (wounds).
shoulder groovesThis is caused by bra straps supporting an excessively heavy chest.

Expectations

Reduction mammoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to improve your physical appearance and boost your self-esteem.

Therefore, the new image you will acquire will not in itself change all the other areas of your life (professional, family, social), so it is essential to realise this.

Emotional balance is therefore essential when undergoing surgery, especially if it is cosmetic in nature.

Before and After Cases - Breast reduction

Image of a clinical case illustrating the transformation before and after breast reduction, where approximately 700 grams of breast tissue were removed from the right side and around 600 grams from the left side, photographs taken one month after the procedure.

Pre- and post-operative comparison of a patient who underwent breast reduction, in which 700 grams of breast tissue were removed from the right side and 600 grams from the left side, photographed one month after surgery.

Clinical case image of a patient before and one month after a breast reduction, in which approximately 700 grams of breast tissue were extracted from the right breast and around 600 grams from the left breast, with a frontal view.

Clinical case image showing the appearance before and one month after a breast reduction, where approximately 700 grams of breast tissue were removed from the right side and 600 grams from the left side, showing the result of reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery.

Breast reduction. about 700 grams of breast tissue were removed from the right side and about 600 grams from the left side. images 1 month after surgery

Before and after image of a female patient who underwent a reduction mammoplasty, showing significant breast asymmetry and hypertrophy; frontal view shows the result one year after the intervention, with the removal of around 1000gr of tissue from the right side and 600gr from the left side, showing a balance and reduction in breast volume.

Left lateral image of a woman before and after a breast reduction, showing a significant decrease in breast volume, with tissue removal of around 1000g on the right side and 600g on the left, resulting in visible symmetry and physical and psychological relief one year after surgery.

Right lateral image of a female patient before and one year after a reduction mammoplasty, showing a significant reduction in breast volume, with the removal of around 1000gr on the right and 600gr on the left, showing correction of asymmetry and severe breast hypertrophy.

Before and after image of a female patient seen from a frontal angle after breast reduction, showing a noticeable decrease in breast volume, with relief from the red marks and grooves on the shoulders six months after surgery.

Before and after image of a woman who underwent breast reduction due to breast hypertrophy, showing the left side in a lateral view, with an evident reduction in breast volume and relief in the shoulders, six months after surgery.

Right lateral image of a woman before and after breast reduction, showing a significant reduction in breast volume and evident relief in the pressure marks from the bra straps on her shoulders, six months after the surgical procedure.

Frontal image of a woman before and after a breast reduction, showing the significant reduction in volume and elevation of the breasts, with scars still visible, after pregnancy and the birth of several children, highlighting the relief of the patient's physical and psychological discomfort.

Clinical image before and after a reduction mammoplasty on a female patient, showing the left side at a lateral angle, highlighting the notable reduction in volume and elevation of the breasts after surgery, leading to a significant improvement in the patient's aesthetics and comfort.

Frontal image of a female patient before and after breast reduction surgery, showing the reduction in size and general improvement in breast contour, with scars in the early stages of healing.

Before and after image of a woman undergoing breast reduction, showing the frontal view three months after the intervention, with a decrease of around 700 grams in each breast, resulting in a proportional appearance and relieving the physical discomfort previously felt by the patient.

Before and after clinical image of a woman undergoing breast reduction, showing the patient from the front to emphasise the results of the surgery.

Before and after image of a patient who underwent a reduction mammoplasty to relieve the physical discomfort caused by large breasts and remove breast tissue in the armpit area, with the side-by-side result showing breasts reduced in size and proportional to the body, hardly noticeable scars and nipples reattached in a more centred way, one year after surgery.

Pre- and post-operative frontal image of a clinical case of a patient who underwent breast reduction surgery, formally known as reduction mammoplasty, to alleviate the physical and aesthetic discomfort caused by her large breast volume and to remove additional breast tissue found in the axillary area, with a total of 500 grams being removed from each breast. The post-operative photograph shows a significant improvement one year after the procedure, with breasts more in proportion to the patient's body and scars that are hardly visible, as well as better centring of the nipples.

Front image of a clinical case of a woman before and after a breast reduction operation, showing a substantial change in breast size, as well as an improvement in the position of the nipples. The surgical process, which included the removal of supernumerary breast tissue in the armpit area, resulted in a natural and proportional body contour, emphasised by the imperceptible scars and the relief of various previous discomforts, such as back and neck pain. The image shows the positive result, 1 year after the surgical intervention.

Image showing the before and after of a clinical case of breast reduction surgery, where a woman suffered from discomfort and pain due to the weight and large size of her breasts, which were relieved by the removal of around 500 grams of breast tissue from each breast, including a supernumerary breast in the armpit area, allowing her better posture, less pain and a more comfortable lifestyle; the result one year after the intervention shows proportionally smaller and more natural breasts, with an improved nipple position and barely visible scars.

Before and after breast reduction in a female patient, frontal view, showing a significant reduction in breast volume, relieving symptoms of discomfort and improving posture.

Before and after image of a young woman who underwent breast reduction, seen from the left rear angle, showing a significant reduction in breast size and relief from the symptoms of physical discomfort associated with breast hypertrophy.

Frontal image of a female patient before and after a reduction mammoplasty, showing the significant reduction in breast volume, with aesthetic improvement and relief from complications associated with breast hypertrophy, after the removal of around 500 grams of tissue on each side.

Left lateral image of a female patient before and after breast reduction, showing a visible reduction in breast volume and improved posture.

Before and after breast reduction in a female patient, seen from the right side, showing the significant reduction in breast volume and improvement in body contour after the removal of around 500 grams of tissue from each breast.

Before and after clinical image of a woman undergoing breast reduction, showing the patient from the front, showing the positive results of breast reduction surgery.

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Note: The images shown on this page are real examples of treatments carried out by Dr Ricardo CarvalhoThese are published with the prior, free and informed consent of the users involved, respecting the rules on the protection of personal data and the right to an image.

It is important to note that results may vary from person to person, depending on individual conditions and the clinical assessment carried out. These images are not a guarantee of similar results in other cases.

The decision to carry out any treatment should be made after a personalised medical consultation and assessment, ensuring that the procedure is suited to your specific needs and conditions.

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Benefits of breast reduction

The main benefits of breast reduction surgery are:

Increased health and well-being With this intervention, complaints associated with excessive breast size and weight, such as neck or back pain, sweating or burning in the breast crease, are resolved.
Improved quality of lifewomen are no longer constrained in carrying out certain daily activities or feel inhibited, for example, when practising sport;
Improved physical appearance - reduction mammoplasty will improve a woman's body harmony.
Increased self-esteemThis surgery has a direct impact on a woman's self-esteem, as she tends to feel less complexed and more confident.
More clothing optionsWith a more proportional chest, women no longer feel so constrained and start to consider other items of clothing that they didn't wear before.

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How is it realised?

In fact, there are several techniques for carrying out a breast reduction. The technique depends on the size of the breast prior to surgery.

It is performed under general anaesthesia and on an inpatient basis. Patients are usually discharged the day after surgery.

Your plastic surgeon will be able to explain which technique is best suited to your case.

Recovery after breast reduction

Rapid recovery R24R

Dr Ricardo Carvalho has advanced training in the "Real 24H Recovery" (R24R), He completed his certification with Dr Thiago Cavalcanti in Brazil. This continuous technical updating enables the application of modern surgical approaches focused on post-operative recovery in breast augmentation and reduction surgeries, including methods such as Grip Plane, Mastogrip and Dual Plane.

These approaches aim to reduce surgical trauma and recovery time, providing a more comfortable and safer post-operative period. The aim of this protocol is to enable patients to resume their basic and light daily activities in around 24 hours after the intervention, always depending on individual clinical evolution.

The rigorous application of these techniques is intended to provide a faster recovery, This is combined with the search for greater stability in breast prostheses and harmonious aesthetic results.

In this way, whenever the medical assessment allows it, the patient is discharged the day after surgery, You can continue your recovery in the comfort of your own home.

Find out more about the R24R.

A manual lymphatic drainage in the post-operative period is often recommended as a complementary procedure to aid in a smoother and more effective recovery. When clinically indicated, this technique can contribute to:

Stimulation of local blood and lymph circulation.
Reduction of oedema, helping to reduce the natural swelling that occurs after surgery.
Prevention of fibrosis, favouring mobility and the natural appearance of the skin.
Promotion of a favourable environment for correct healing and tissue regeneration.

Lymphatic drainage is an excellent complement to surgical treatment. However, to ensure its safety and effectiveness, it is essential that it is carried out by a suitably qualified professional and always in accordance with the specific guidelines of your plastic surgeon.

Why choose Dr Ricardo?

In his initial consultation, the Dr Ricardo Carvalho will listen carefully to you to understand what you hope to achieve with this surgery: your goals, preferences, doubts and fears so that you can make an informed decision about your surgery. He will also carry out a thorough assessment.

He is a plastic surgeon with solid training and vast experience, totally dedicated to achieving natural and harmonious results, as illustrated by his several clinical cases (before and after).

Graduated from the University of Coimbra, he specialised in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (professional certificate no. 44167, from the University of Coimbra). Medical Association).

Dr Ricardo Carvalho uses the operating theatre at the SANFIL clinic in Coimbra, which is ERS-certified and has a supervised recovery area.

Following the recommendations of the Portuguese Medical Association and the Portuguese Society of Plastic Surgery (SPCPRE), Dr Ricardo Carvalho operates with a full team. We believe that the presence of multiple specialists in the operating theatre is a fundamental pillar of safety. In all surgeries, the team is made up of:

Dr Ricardo Carvalho (Principal Plastic Surgeon);
A second assistant plastic surgeon;
An anaesthetist (present throughout the procedure);
Operating theatre nursing team.

Portrait of Dr Ricardo Carvalho, a plastic surgeon working in Coimbra and Lisbon, wearing a dark blue suit and tie with a fine pattern. He has his arms crossed and is smiling, with a black background.

What is the expected result?

Breast reduction aims to reduce the size of the breast to a size that is proportional to the woman's body, so that she feels comfortable.

Summary of a reduction mammoplasty

Surgery time

Absence from work

1 week

Hospitalisation

1 day

Bathing

From day 1

Mobility

From day 1

Exercises

After 6 weeks

Wearing a special bra

6 weeks

Sexual activity

After 4 weeks

Sleeping on your back

4 weeks

Total Recovery

6 weeks

Driving

After 1 week

Healing

After 2 weeks

Observations

These are approximate times and may vary according to each patient.
Strictly follow your doctor's instructions for a safe and successful recovery.
Don't hesitate to ask questions or report any unusual symptoms to your surgeon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the adverse effects of breast reduction surgery?

In fact, the most frequent adverse effects are transient and disappear spontaneously. The most common are ecchymosis (bruising), oedema ("swelling") and paresthesia ("numbness"). They often disappear within 2 to 3 weeks.

Another unwanted effect is asymmetry, resulting from a difference in the volume or position of the nipple. This difference could be the result of an asymmetry that existed before the surgery and which went unnoticed by the woman, which is why a thorough objective examination before the procedure is essential.

Most techniques preserve the ability to breastfeed, although there is often a transient change in the sensitivity of the nipple.

One unwanted effect is scars. However, the majority of women who wish to undergo this procedure would rather have scars on a breast that is proportionate to their body than live with breasts that are too large, heavy and that severely limit their daily activities.

Scars become less obvious over time. Your plastic surgeon will be able to advise you on the best way to treat your scars.

Is breast reduction safe?

Like any surgery, breast reduction is not without its risks.

In fact, the first step is to consult a Plastic Surgeon who is registered with the Portuguese Medical Association (www.ordemdosmedicos.pt) and the Portuguese Society of Reconstructive and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (www.spcpre.org.pt).

In addition, you should choose a clinic with a suitable environment for the consultation and surgery.

It is also important to choose the right time to have the surgery, whether socially, personally or professionally.

You should therefore talk openly with your doctor, ask any questions you may have, clarify your goals and expectations and hear about the possible results, the necessary post-operative care and possible complications.

How much does a breast reduction cost?

When it comes to breast reduction, it depends on each case.

For reference, prices start at €4,700, but the final price can only be determined following a valuation.

Please contact us via the Contact Form to get a quote tailored to your circumstances.