Breast Reduction Surgery in Pune

What Surgical Techniques Does Dr. DC Use?

Dr. Dhruv Chavan performs two main breast reduction techniques. The technique selection depends on your breast size, degree of sagging, and amount of excess skin. Each technique is customized to achieve the best results for your body.

SURGICAL TECHNIQUES

Which Technique Will I Need?

The vertical short-scar technique is Dr. Chavan’s preferred method for most patients. This technique creates minimal scarring and provides excellent shaping results. It works best for moderate breast reductions with good skin quality.

The anchor technique is used for very large reductions requiring significant tissue removal. This approach provides maximum breast lift and reshaping capability. While it creates more scarring, the scars are placed in natural breast creases.

How Is This Different from Breast Lift?

Breast reduction and breast lift are different procedures with different goals. Many patients confuse these two surgeries. Here’s the key difference:

BREAST LIFT VS BREAST REDUCTION

What Is Lateral Chest Wall Contouring?

Dr. DC addresses side breast fullness when needed during breast reduction. Liposuction is used on the lateral chest wall and underarm area. This creates smooth, contoured results from all angles, not just the frontal view.

This advanced technique prevents the “boxy” appearance some patients experience after breast reduction. The 360-degree contouring approach ensures your chest looks natural and proportionate from every angle. This is included in your surgery when appropriate.

Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction?

You may be a good candidate if you experience chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain from large breasts. Skin rashes under the breasts and bra strap grooves indicate candidacy. Difficulty exercising or finding properly fitting clothes are valid concerns.

What Are the Medical Requirements?

You must be at least 22 years old for breast reduction surgery. Your BMI should be below 40, with a preferred range under 35. You should be in good overall health and maintain a stable weight.

What Medical Conditions Can Dr. DC Work With?

Dr. Chavan can perform surgery on patients with well-controlled diabetes (HbA1c ≤ 7.0%). Controlled high blood pressure and thyroid conditions are acceptable. Previous breast surgery does not disqualify you from breast reduction.

What Conditions Disqualify Candidates?

Active smoking disqualifies candidates unless you quit at least 4 weeks before surgery. Uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c > 7%) requires optimization before proceeding. Active infections and current pregnancy or breastfeeding are temporary disqualifiers.

What Are the Benefits of Breast Reduction?

Physical Relief: Breast reduction eliminates chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain. You can exercise more easily and participate in physical activities comfortably. Skin irritation and rashes under the breasts disappear after surgery.

Aesthetic Improvements: Your body proportions become more balanced and symmetrical. Clothing and bras fit properly without custom alterations. Your posture improves naturally when breast weight is reduced.

Quality of Life: Most patients report significant confidence improvement after surgery. Freedom from self-consciousness about breast size improves mental health. You can enjoy an active lifestyle without physical limitations.

Long-Term Results: Results are permanent as long as you maintain a stable weight. Tissue removed during surgery does not grow back. The improvement in quality of life lasts for decades.

What Are the Considerations?

Temporary Recovery Effects: You will experience swelling, bruising, and soreness for the first 2-3 weeks. Pain medication effectively manages discomfort during initial recovery. Most symptoms resolve completely within 4-6 weeks.

Scarring: Scars are permanent but fade significantly over 12-24 months. Dr. DC uses short-scar techniques to minimize visible scarring. Scars are placed in natural breast creases and under the breast.

Breastfeeding Impact: 60-80% of patients can attempt breastfeeding after breast reduction. Dr. Chavan uses nipple-sparing techniques to preserve milk ducts when possible. Individual results vary based on tissue removed and surgical technique.

Post-Surgical Care: You must wear a supportive compression garment for 4-6 weeks. Avoiding heavy lifting and strenuous activities is required during recovery. Following post-operative instructions is essential for best results.

When Can I Return to Work After Breast Reduction?

Desk workers and office employees return to work within 8-10 days after surgery. Retail and standing jobs require 2 weeks off work. Healthcare workers and nurses need 2 weeks before returning to patient care.

Physical labor jobs require 2-3 weeks off work. Heavy lifting restrictions remain in place for 4-6 weeks. You should plan your surgery around work commitments for adequate recovery time.

When Can I Resume Activities?

Driving: You can drive after 2 weeks when off pain medication and comfortable turning the steering wheel.

Light Exercise: Walking is encouraged immediately. Light cardio and yoga are permitted after 4 weeks.

Running/Cardio: High-impact cardio can resume at 6 weeks with Dr. Chavan’s approval.

Upper Body Strength Training: Weight lifting and upper body exercises are permitted after 6 weeks.

Swimming: You can swim after 6 weeks once incisions are fully healed.

Sexual Activity: Gentle sexual activity can resume after 2-3 weeks.

What Is the Week-by-Week Recovery Timeline?

Week 1: Maximum discomfort and swelling. Pain medication needed for 3-5 days. You must wear surgical bra 24/7.

Week 2: Pain significantly decreases. Most desk workers return to work this week. Swelling continues but is improving.

Weeks 3-4: Light activities can resume. Most swelling subsides by week 4. You can start wearing regular bras at week 4.

Week 6: Exercise clearance typically given. Breasts settling into final shape. Most physical restrictions lifted.

Week 8: Full recovery typically achieved for most patients. Results close to final appearance. Minor residual swelling may remain.

Month 3-6: Continued settling and scar fading. Final breast shape becomes apparent. All residual swelling resolves.

Month 12: Scar maturation complete. Results fully stabilized. Final follow-up appointment.

What Follow-Up Care Does Dr. DC Provide?

You will have follow-up visits at day 7, week 2, week 4, month 3, month 6, and month 12. Dr. Chavan monitors your healing progress at each visit. The first 5 follow-up visits over 6 months are included in your surgery cost.

How Much Does Breast Reduction Cost in Pune?

Breast reduction surgery at Dr. DC Plastic Surgery costs ₹2,00,000 to ₹4,00,000. The average cost is ₹2,50,000 for most patients. Your final cost depends on the surgical technique and complexity of your case.

What Is Included in the Surgery Cost?

The surgery package includes your initial consultation with Dr. Dhruv Chavan. All surgical procedure fees, anesthesia fees, and operating room charges are included. You receive a private AC suite for your hospital stay (up to 2 days).

Five follow-up visits over 6 months are included in the package cost. These visits occur at day 7, week 2, week 4, month 3, and month 6. Your month 12 final follow-up is also included.

What Are the Additional Costs?

Pre-operative lab tests and imaging cost ₹6,000-7,000 at diagnostic centers. Prescription medications for home recovery cost ₹1,500-2,000. Post-operative compression garments (surgical bras) cost ₹4,000-6,000.

Histopathology charges (₹6,000-8,000) are paid directly to the pathology lab. Any complications requiring re-operation are covered under the initial surgical package. Additional garments beyond the first cost approximately ₹7,000.

What Financing Options Are Available?

Dr. DC offers 0% No Cost EMI financing through G Money. Flexible EMI terms from 3-18 months are available based on your preference. The down payment is typically 1-2 installments of your chosen plan.

Required documentation includes KYC details, CIBIL score, Aadhaar card, and PAN card. Approval is usually provided within 24-48 hours. This makes breast reduction surgery affordable with manageable monthly payments.

Can Insurance Cover Breast Reduction?

Health insurance sometimes covers breast reduction when medically necessary. Coverage depends on your insurance company’s specific policies. Dr. DC provides the discharge summary and documentation for insurance claims.

The success rate for insurance claims is 60-80% when medical necessity is documented. Medical necessity includes chronic pain, skin conditions, and failed conservative treatment. Check with your insurance provider before surgery for pre-authorization requirements.

What Are the Most Common Problems After Breast Reduction Surgery?

Temporary numbness affects approximately 10% of patients but resolves within 3-6 months. Swelling and bruising are expected for 4-6 weeks after surgery. Minor discomfort and tightness are normal during the first week.

Breast asymmetry may occur but can be corrected if needed. Changes in nipple sensation are usually temporary. These common side effects are not serious complications.

What Is Dr. DC’s Complication Rate?

Dr. Dhruv Chavan maintains a serious complication rate of less than 1%. The infection rate at Dr. DC Clinic is less than 1%. The rate of patients needing revision surgery is less than 1%.

This exceptional safety record results from meticulous surgical technique and strict safety protocols. Dr. Chavan’s training and experience minimize risks significantly. These rates are well below national averages for breast reduction surgery.

What Are the Signs of Infection?

Contact Dr. DC immediately if you develop a fever over 100.4°F. Increasing redness spreading from incision sites indicates possible infection. Warmth, swelling, and pus drainage require immediate medical attention.

Foul-smelling discharge is a clear sign of infection. Increasing pain after day 3-4 may signal infection or other complications. Dr. Chavan’s team is available 24/7 for urgent concerns.

What About Breastfeeding and Nipple Sensation?

60-80% of patients can attempt breastfeeding after breast reduction surgery. Dr. Chavan uses nipple-sparing techniques to preserve milk ducts whenever possible. Individual results depend on the amount of tissue removed and technique used.

Temporary nipple numbness occurs in 10% of patients. By 3 months, 50% of affected patients regain normal sensation. By 6 months, 80% have sensation return, and by 12 months, 100% have recovered.

Permanent partial numbness affects less than 1% of patients. Complete permanent loss of sensation is extremely rare (0%). Nerve-preserving surgical techniques minimize these risks.

Are There Special Considerations for Women Over 50?

Women over 50 require a slightly more detailed health review before surgery. Pre-operative assessment includes blood pressure, blood sugar, thyroid, and heart fitness evaluation. A baseline mammogram is required for women over 40 before breast reduction.

Healing expectations may be slightly slower for patients over 50. Swelling and scars may take 2 weeks longer to settle, which is normal. Dr. Chavan adjusts surgical planning to protect blood supply and achieve natural results.

Recovery typically takes 2 weeks longer for patients over 50 compared to younger patients. Dr. Chavan has successfully treated patients up to 60 years old. Age alone is not a disqualifying factor when overall health is good.

What Happens Before Surgery?

You meet with Dr. Dhruv Chavan to discuss your goals and expectations. He performs a physical breast examination and reviews your medical history. The 3D body scanning shows you realistic previews of different reduction levels.

Pre-surgery instructions include avoiding smoking for at least 4 weeks before the procedure. Certain medications must be stopped 2 weeks before surgery. You must maintain a stable weight for the best results.

Required pre-operative tests include complete blood count, blood sugar, and liver/kidney function tests. An ECG and chest X-ray are needed for all patients. Women over 40 require a mammogram before surgery.

What Happens During Surgery?

General anesthesia is administered for complete comfort during the procedure. The surgery takes 4-6 hours depending on the amount of reduction needed. Dr. Chavan makes precise incisions based on the technique selected during consultation.

Excess breast tissue, fat, and skin are carefully removed. The remaining tissue is reshaped for a natural, lifted appearance. Nipples and areolas are repositioned to align with the new breast contour.

Liposuction of the lateral chest wall may be performed for better contouring. All incisions are closed with dissolvable sutures in layers. A compression garment is applied to support healing and reduce swelling.

What Happens After Surgery?

You stay in the hospital for up to 2 days for monitoring and initial recovery. Pain medication is provided to manage discomfort. You must wear the surgical compression bra 24/7 for the first 4-6 weeks.

Swelling and bruising gradually decrease over the first 4 weeks. You attend follow-up visits to monitor healing progress. Dr. Chavan’s team provides continuous guidance throughout recovery.

Most patients return to normal activities within 6-8 weeks. Final results become apparent within 3-6 months. Scars continue fading for 12-24 months after surgery.

How Do I Care for My Incisions?

Keep incision sites clean and dry as instructed by Dr. Chavan’s team. Avoid submerging incisions in water (baths, pools, hot tubs) for 6 weeks. You can shower after 48 hours with special waterproof dressings.

Do not apply any creams, ointments, or lotions to incisions without approval. Watch for signs of infection (redness, warmth, discharge, fever). Contact Dr. DC immediately if you notice any concerning symptoms.

What Is the Scar Care Protocol?

1-Year Complimentary Scar Care Program: Dr. DC provides 1 year of complimentary scar care after breast reduction surgery. This includes laser scar improvement treatments when required. Fractional CO₂, long-pulse Nd:YAG, and Q-switched lasers are used for scar management.

Scar Healing Timeline:

• Months 0-3: Scars are red and raised. This is normal healing.
• Months 3-9: Scars turn pink and begin fading. Texture improves.
• Months 9-18: Scars become white and mature. Significant fading occurs.
• Months 18-24: Final scar appearance achieved. Most scars blend with skin.

Scar Care Instructions:

• 2 Weeks: Start silicone gel application as directed.
• 3 Weeks: Begin silicone sheet use on scars.
• 4 Weeks: Start gentle scar massage techniques.
• 6-12 Months: Use sun protection on scars (SPF 50+).

What Garments Do I Need to Wear?

Wear your surgical compression bra 24/7 for the first 4-6 weeks. Remove only for showering after the first 48 hours. The compression supports healing and reduces swelling.

After 4-6 weeks, you can transition to a supportive sports bra. Avoid underwire bras for at least 8 weeks after surgery. Choose bras with wide straps for better support during recovery.

What Activities Should I Avoid?

Avoid heavy lifting (over 5-10 pounds) for 4-6 weeks. Do not reach overhead or push/pull heavy objects. Avoid sleeping on your stomach for 6-8 weeks.

Do not raise your arms above shoulder level for the first 2 weeks. Avoid vigorous exercise, running, and high-impact activities for 6 weeks. Sexual activity should be gentle for the first 2-3 weeks.

How Can I Optimize My Recovery?

Stay well-hydrated and eat a balanced diet rich in protein. Get adequate rest and sleep with your upper body elevated. Take all prescribed medications as directed.

Attend all follow-up appointments with Dr. Chavan. Ask questions if you have any concerns during recovery. Follow all post-operative instructions carefully for the best results.