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Health & Wellbeing Health & Wellbeing Various procedures to lift or correct breasts Breasts may become ptotic (abnormal drooping) for many reasons, including age, through the gain of weight, loss of weight and after pregnancy or breastfeeding. There are many procedures to correct or lift breasts. The procedure depends on the underlying breast size. In breasts of appropriate size, the breasts can simply be lifted. In smaller breasts the lift may be combined with an implant to increase the size. In larger breasts, the lift can be combined with a reduction. And smaller breasts with only a slight droop can be corrected by implants only. The position of the nipple is estimated by three parameters: the position of the infra mammary fold (where the chest meets the chest wall) projected forwards; a set distance from the base of the neck or midpoint of the collar bone; and approximately the midpoint of the arm bone or humerus. Once this position is set, then the nipple is lifted to this point. A common misconception is that the nipples are removed and then replaced – but this is only very rarely done. In most cases the nipples are left on a pedicle of tissue and moved. This pedicle contains the blood vessels to keep the nipple and breast viable along with the nerves to keep the nipple with sensation. With a lift-only procedure, some skin is removed and the remaining breast tissue is arranged to recreate a breast cone. With a reduction and a lift, both skin and breast tissue is removed, the remaining breast tissue again is moved to create a cone shape before the skin is stitched. The amount of lift and procedure determines the amount of scarring that is left. Most techniques try to minimise the amount of scarring. In general, there is scarring around the areolar. This may extend down as a ‘lollipop’ scar or may also extend horizontally in the chest/breast crease as an ‘anchor’ scar. Scar quality is variable. (These will be carefully explained before your procedure.) In general, the more complicated the procedure, the more scarring. Surgery is generally with Dr John Kippen performed with a combination of local and general anaesthesia. At most an overnight stay may be required. Drains or plastic/silicone tubes are rarely used to remove any ooze or blood. The pre-operative course, intra-operative course, hospital stay and recovery will be carefully discussed with you. A full understanding of the procedure is important. A return to work and subsequent exercise will also be outlined. Breast lift surgery is well tolerated, with very favourable results. It often allows increased activity and a reduction in skin crease irritation or infections. A full and detailed description will be given at the time of your consultation. A thorough examination and assessment will determine the best procedure for you. Careful measurements and clinical photographs aid this planning. Our columnist Dr John Kippen is a qualified, fully certified consultant specialist in Cosmetic, Plastic and Reconstructive surgery. Australian trained, he also has additional Australian and International Fellowships. He welcomes enquiries; email doctor@johnkippen.com.au 58 SEPTEMBER 2020 The Local Voice Since 1991
Live life, get active Get moving, motivated and mentally well – for free. Sydney North Health Network is offering three months of free access to an online health and wellbeing program designed to suit people of all ages and ability levels. The program is delivered by health promotion charity Live Life Get Active which usually holds fitness camps in local parks around the country. The online programs aim to help people maintain health and wellbeing during social distancing measures through exercise, nutritional information, yoga and wellbeing support says Lynelle Hales, CEO, Sydney North Health Network. “Members are able to exercise at home when it is convenient for them and their family,” Ms Hales said. “They are also able to access nutritious and delicious eating plans, and mental wellbeing advice at a time when experts are reminding us that physical and mental health is more important than ever.” Jane Flemming, one of the founding directors of Live Life Get Active and Sydney North Health Network Board Director, says: “If there was ever a time to look after yourself physically and mentally it is now. Live Life Get Active has evolved to offer fun, free and enjoyable exercise, and wellness programs for the entire community, making it so much easier to look after yourself.” Get online and find out more at www.snhn.org.au – LO Health & Wellbeing The Local Voice Since 1991 SEPTEMBER 2020 59
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