Breast reshaping in Vienna

Tuberous breasts, asymmetrical breasts (anisomastia), underdeveloped breasts (micromastia)

Malformations of the breast gland or marked asymmetries of the breasts, which can develop in girls during breast growth between the ages of 10–12 and 21, often limit women's self-esteem and quality of life. Malformations of the breast gland are colloquially referred to as “tuberous” or “tubular” breasts – an unflattering name for a physical problem that can be very distressing for women. The same applies to the absence of the breast gland or chest muscle, known as Poland syndrome.

Breast malformations can cause considerable psychological distress in girls and women. These malformations can be congenital or acquired. Congenital malformations include, for example, tuberous breasts, in which the breast gland is irregularly shaped, resulting in an unaesthetic appearance. Poland syndrome, in which the breast gland or chest muscle is underdeveloped on one side, is also one of the congenital breast malformations.

Acquired malformations can result, for example, from operations, injuries or radiotherapy. Sagging of the breasts after pregnancy or weight loss can also lead to an asymmetrical breast shape.

The effects of breast malformations can be very distressing and can severely affect the self-confidence of the women concerned. They often feel uncomfortable in their own skin, suffer from feelings of shame and avoid, for example, public swimming pools or other activities in which their breasts might be visible.

In plastic surgery, there are various techniques for correcting breast malformations. Dr. Handl specialises in this field and can improve the aesthetic appearance of the breasts through individually adapted surgery. Care is always taken to keep the scars as small and inconspicuous as possible.

Such an operation can not only strengthen the self-esteem of the women concerned but also help to improve their quality of life considerably. However, it is important that the decision for surgery is made after a detailed consultation and examination with an experienced specialist in order to clarify individual needs and options.

To promote well-being in your own body and to minimise the strain and limitations caused by discomfort, plastic surgery offers affected patients lasting solutions for an aesthetic breast shape.

Dr. Handl is an expert in aesthetic breast surgery and has specialised in this field for years. Particularly complex corrections of breast shape are his surgical focus.

Restoring the shape of the breast

The treatment of tuberous breasts and breast malformations requires specialist knowledge and skills in breast surgery. Dr. Handl specialises in this area of aesthetic surgery and has extensive experience in correcting these breast malformations.

In the treatment of tuberous breasts, a combination of surgical techniques is often used to give the breasts a more natural shape. This can involve, for example, different incisions, implants or fat transfer. An important prerequisite for a successful result is individual consultation and examination of the patient in order to choose the best treatment option.

Other breast malformations such as Poland syndrome often require special techniques such as the use of the patient's own fat or the reconstruction of missing breast tissue. Here too, individual planning and consultation are key to achieving an optimal result.

The exact surgical method is always tailored to the patient's individual circumstances. Dr. Handl takes plenty of time for a detailed consultation and examines the breasts carefully in order to find the best possible surgical method.

On the day of your breast reshaping, we ask you to arrive at the clinic at least 4 hours before the operation so that you can check in calmly, as in a hotel. After the usual admission procedures, you are taken to your room and the anaesthetist goes through all the details of the anaesthesia with you once more.

Before the operation, you are measured and photographed again, and careful documentation is prepared. You can voice wishes and ask questions at any time.

Dr. Handl takes enough time for every operation, so the duration can vary with the surgical technique, your anatomy and the effort involved.

After the operation, you spend the first hours in the recovery unit, where experienced nursing staff look after you until you feel fit enough to go to your room.

Once you are in your room, you can also receive private visitors.

After breast reshaping, you will feel tired and use the rest of the day to recover. The next morning, Dr. Handl comes to see you on his ward round and discusses everything necessary for your discharge from the clinic. You arrange your first check-up and begin the aftercare programme.

Every patient experiences pain differently and healing is individual. Experience shows, however, that after just a few days you can go out in public and do light work.

It is important to take it easy and, in the first weeks after the operation, not to lift objects over 5 kg or stretch your arms above shoulder height. Also avoid sleeping on your front for the first two weeks.

About 14 days after the operation, the stitches are removed and you can bathe normally again. Make sure, however, that the scar is not exposed to direct sunlight in order to achieve an aesthetic scar.

It is important to wear the sports bra consistently day and night for the first 4–5 weeks. The check-ups take place at increasing intervals until treatment is complete.