Sydney Specialist Plastic Surgeon
Breast Procedures
What are breast cosmetic plastic surgery procedures?
- Poland’s Syndrome (breast asymmetry)
- Augmentation Mammoplasty (breast augmentation)
- Mastopexy (breast lift)
- Breast Reconstruction
- Reduction Mammoplasty (breast reduction)
- Gynaecomastia (male breast reduction)
- Inverted Nipple Correction
- Treatment of Breast Implant Complications
What may these procedures address?
Who is a suitable candidate for breast surgery?
- Be in good overall health with no underlying medical conditions that could interfere with the wound healing process.
- Have realistic expectations regarding the outcomes of breast surgery.
- It is recommended to be near your target weight before undergoing breast surgery.
- Candidates should cease smoking or vaping for a minimum of 4 weeks prior to surgery.
About Dr Leana Teston
Dr Teston is one of the few female plastic surgeons in the Sydney area, providing a unique perspective and the ability to relate to the needs of her female patients. She takes the time to truly listen to her patients’ concerns and expectations, and works with them to determine the best surgical and/or non-surgical solutions to help them meet all of their realistic aesthetic goals.
Dr Teston is head of the Plastic Surgery Department at Bankstown Hospital and enjoys teaching surgical trainees, as well as performing a variety of procedures for her patients there.
What is involved in breast procedures recovery?
Recovery from breast cosmetic plastic surgery can involve initial bruising, swelling and pain which subsides over the first few weeks. You may expect some discomfort, tightness and fatigue.
You will be required to rest, wear a supportive surgical bra, follow specific aftercare instructions provided by Dr Teston, and attend follow-up appointments.
Post-operative care varies from patient to patient, but most swelling decreases in the first month.
Returning to exercise, driving and work will depend on the procedure and your individual circumstances.
What are the risks?
- Infection
- Wound breakdown
- Skin loss
- Bleeding
- Scarring
- Reactions to anaesthesia
- Capsular (scar) contracture around implants
- Changes in nipple sensation
- Nipple loss
- Asymmetry
- Breast feeding may not be possible
- Blood clots including deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE)
- Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)
- Squamous cell carcinoma in the scar tissue around implants (BIA-SCC)
Your Next Steps
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Your First Consultation
- You will require a referral from your GP for cosmetic plastic surgery
- Your surgical consultation will vary depending on what you are seeing Dr Teston for
- Phone the team or email to book your consultation
Prepare for your cosmetic plastic surgery consultation
- Bring a friend or relative to help discuss the information
- Dress in simple clothing as you may need to undress
- Bring your GP referral and any required test results
Breast Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
Pain after breast surgery depends on the incision and the type of surgery undertaken. Dr Teston will prescribe the most appropriate pain relief for each individual patient.
Most breast surgery patients feel tired and sore for several days after the surgery and breasts may remain sensitive to physical contact or swollen for a month or longer.
While the majority of any bruising and swelling will resolve within 14-28 days, patients may feel a tightness in the chest area as your body adjusts and heals.
The recovery time (or time to heal) after breast surgery depends on the individual patient’s ability to heal and the type of surgery undertaken.
Normal, non-strenuous activities can typically resume five days after breast surgery and you may drive in the second week should you feel safe to do so. You should not perform any strenuous upper body workouts for the first 6-8 weeks.
The ability to breastfeed after breast surgery depends on a number of factors such as, the type of breast surgery and the incision location used during the surgery. Some patients may not have been able to breast feed before the surgery.
After breast surgery, the sensation or feeling in the breast and/or nipple can increase or decrease, with the range of change varying from intense sensitivity to no sensation.
You may experience intermittent tingling sensations or shooting pains in the breast area; this is normal and typically settles.
During your consultations, Dr Teston will explain all of the risks and recovery involved in the type of breast surgery you are interested in.
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