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What is Mammoplasty?
Mammoplasty refers to a range of surgical procedures designed to modify the breasts:
- Breast Augmentation: Enhancing breast size and fullness using implants or fat transfer.
- Breast Reduction: Removing excess breast tissue to alleviate discomfort and achieve a proportionate size.
- Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Raising and reshaping sagging breasts to a more youthful
These procedures can address how you want your breasts to look and feel, aesthetic desires, physical discomfort, or reconstructing your breasts after a mastectomy.. Our surgeons utilise advanced techniques to ensure natural-looking results tailored to your individual preferences.
Mammoplasty at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital
At St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, we provide private mammoplasty services in a supportive professional and caring environment. Our hospital has a high reputation for its exceptional standards of care, with highly experienced consultants, state-of-the-art facilities and friendly nursing teams.
Choosing us for your mammoplasty offers several benefits:
- Expert Consultants: Our team of specialists ensures personalised treatment plans and optimal outcomes.
- Same-Day Appointments: Access to prompt consultations to minimise delays.
- Convenient Location: Based in St John’s Wood (NW8), we’re easily accessible for patients across London.
- Comprehensive Care: From initial consultation to post-operative support, we provide continuous care throughout your journey, ensuring you’re treated as an individual person, not just a patient.
We aim to make your experience as comfortable as possible, delivering expert care with compassion and professionalism in clean and modern recovery surroundings.
Medically reviewed by Mrs Jacqueline Lewis - FRCS(Glasg) FRCS(Plast) on 25/04/2024
Appointment
Your journey begins with an initial consultation with one of our expert plastic surgeons.
Treatment Plan
Based on your consultation, a bespoke treatment plan will be devised. This plan outlines the specifics of your surgery, including the approach that will be used, the type of implants (if applicable), and any additional procedures that may enhance your outcome, such as a breast lift.
Pre-Op Assessment
Before your surgery, you’ll undergo a comprehensive pre-op assessment to ensure you’re fully prepared and fit for the procedure. This includes a health evaluation and preparation guidelines to help you prepare for surgery, including dietary recommendations, medication adjustments, and more.
Surgery
With your treatment plan in place and pre-op assessment completed, we’ll schedule your surgery at a time that suits you. Our team will provide all the necessary details, including arrival times, fasting instructions, and any last-minute advice to ensure you’re fully prepared for your mammoplasty.
Aftercare
Post-surgery, follow-up appointments are crucial for monitoring your recovery and addressing any concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mammoplasty
St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is located in St John’s Wood (NW8), a well-connected and vibrant area of North West London, known for landmarks such as Regent’s Park and Abbey Road Studios. We are easily accessible from neighbouring areas, including Hampstead (NW3) and Kilburn (NW6):
- By Tube: St John’s Wood station (Jubilee Line) is just a 5-minute walk from the hospital. For patients travelling from Hampstead (NW3), Finchley Road station (Jubilee Line) offers a convenient route, while Kilburn (NW6) is similarly well served by the same line.
- By Bus:
Wellington Road: Routes 13, 46, 82, and 113 stop near St John’s Wood Underground Station, just a short walk from the hospital.
Circus Road: Routes 46 and 187 stop close to the hospital’s Circus Road entrance.
Abbey Road: Routes 139 and 189 stop near the junction where Grove End Road becomes Abbey Road, providing easy access.
- By Car: If you’re travelling from NW3 or NW6, use major roads like Finchley Road or Kilburn High Road for a direct approach.
Our hospital’s location in St John’s Wood ensures easy access for patients across London, particularly from the NW8, NW3, and NW6 postcodes.
Recovery varies depending on the type of mammoplasty:
- Breast Augmentation: Typically, it would be recommended to take 1 to 2 weeks off work, with full activities resumed after 4 to 6 weeks.
- Breast Reduction: Similar recovery time, with emphasis on avoiding heavy lifting.
- Breast Lift: Recovery aligns with Your recovery time would be similar to breast augmentation, focusing on incision care.
Our team provides detailed post-operative instructions to support a smooth recovery and are contactable post- surgery for any questions or concerns you may have.
Home Recovery: Once home, it’s essential to rest and follow all post-operative instructions provided by your surgeon. This will include guidance on wound care, managing discomfort, and restrictions on physical activities to facilitate healing.
Follow-Up Appointments: You will have scheduled follow-up visits with your surgeon to monitor your progress, address any concerns, and remove sutures if necessary. These appointments are vital to ensuring your recovery is on track and complications are addressed promptly.
Recovery Timeline: Recovery times vary based on the individual and the type of mammoplasty performed. Generally, patients can expect to return to light activities within a few days to a week, with a full return to all activities, including exercise, within 4 to 6 weeks. Your surgeon will provide a tailored recovery timeline based on your specific circumstances.
Supporting Your Recovery: Adhering to your surgeon’s instructions, including wearing supportive garments, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and attending all follow-up care, is essential for a smooth recovery and optimal results. Our team is always available to provide support, answer questions, and assist with any concerns during your recovery journey.
Immediate Post-Operative Care: After the procedure, you will be taken to a recovery area where our medical team will closely monitor your vital signs and comfort levels. Pain management will be a priority, with medications administered as needed to ensure you remain as comfortable as possible.
Hospital Stay: Depending on the extent of your surgery and your individual recovery process, a brief hospital stay may be necessary. Our nursing staff will provide attentive care, and your surgeon will evaluate your condition to determine when it’s safe for you to go home.
Refrain from heavy lifting and strenuous activities until your surgeon gives you the green light. Such activities can strain your incisions, leading to complications and prolonged recovery.
Wear any support garments provided by your surgeon. These help to reduce swelling, support the breasts as they heal, and can enhance your comfort during the recovery phase.
The surgical technique employed will be the one discussed and agreed upon during your consultations. For augmentation, this might involve making incisions in discreet locations and placing implants to achieve the desired volume and shape. Reduction procedures involve removing excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to alleviate discomfort and achieve a more proportionate breast size. Lifts entail reshaping and repositioning the breast tissue to improve contour and firmness.
Precision and care are paramount as our surgeons work to ensure that incisions are placed strategically to minimise visible scarring. The latest surgical techniques and technologies are employed to enhance the accuracy and outcomes of your procedure.
Monitoring your well-being is continuous throughout the surgery. Our surgical team uses advanced monitoring equipment to keep track of your vital signs and ensure your safety during the operation.
Completion of the procedure marks the beginning of your journey to recovery. You’ll be carefully monitored in our recovery area by our compassionate nursing team, who will manage any discomfort and ensure you’re responding well post-surgery.
Our commitment to excellence and patient-centred care ensures that your mammoplasty procedure is conducted with the highest standards of safety, expertise, and personal attention to detail.