Breast surgery is a personal decision, whether you want to feel more comfortable during daily activities, change your breast size or shape, or address changes after pregnancy, weight loss, or a previous procedure. At SARA Surgery in Morton Grove, Dr. Sara R. Dickie helps patients from the Chicago suburbs explore options that fit their anatomy, priorities, and goals.
You do not need to arrive knowing which procedure to choose. Start with what you would like to change, and we can discuss what surgery may offer, its limitations, and the recovery involved.
Breast Surgery Options at SARA
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to reduce breast size and weight. It may be an option if larger breasts contribute to physical discomfort, make exercise difficult, or affect how clothing fits. The surgical plan considers both comfort and proportion.
Breast Lift
A breast lift, or mastopexy, reshapes and raises the breasts by removing excess skin and supporting the remaining tissue. It addresses changes in position and skin laxity that can follow pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, or aging. A lift primarily changes shape and position; adding volume may require a different or combined approach. Our guide to breast augmentation versus breast lift explains the distinction.
Breast Augmentation with Implants or Fat Grafting
Breast augmentation adds volume using implants or fat transferred from another area of your body. Fat grafting generally suits a more modest increase in size. Choosing an approach involves your desired change, existing breast tissue, and preferences about implants. Breast implants are not lifetime devices and may require additional surgery. A consultation is the time to discuss implant risks, monitoring, and long-term care.
Breast Revision
Revision surgery addresses concerns after a previous breast procedure. You may want to discuss changes in size or shape, asymmetry, or an implant-related concern. Your prior surgery and current breast tissue help determine which options are appropriate. Bring any available operative reports and implant information to your consultation.
Accessory Breast Tissue Removal
If you have accessory breast tissue that causes discomfort or concerns about contour, a consultation can help you explore removal. An examination is important to understand the tissue involved and discuss the likely benefits, incision placement, and limitations of treatment.
Gynecomastia Surgery
Gynecomastia surgery, also called male breast reduction, addresses enlarged breast tissue in men. Treatment is planned around the tissue and skin contributing to the chest contour. Discussing your medical history and goals helps determine whether surgery is an appropriate option.
Choosing a Plan That Fits You
Your priorities may include reducing breast weight, restoring volume, improving symmetry, or addressing changes after pregnancy. If your concerns involve breast development or a previous mastectomy, bring those details to your consultation so we can discuss reconstructive needs and appropriate next steps.
Dr. Sara R. Dickie is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Her approach respects each patient’s individual features and goals. Useful topics to discuss include:
- The changes you want and what is realistically achievable.
- Your health history, medications, previous surgery, and breast screening history.
- Future pregnancy plans or anticipated weight changes.
- Incision placement, scarring, potential risks, and alternatives.
- Time away from work, exercise, lifting, and caregiving responsibilities.
Recovery, Scars, and Long-Term Considerations
Recovery depends on the procedure and your individual healing. Ask about support garments, follow-up appointments, and when you can return to your usual activities. Plan for help at home if needed, and follow the instructions provided for your procedure.
Breast surgery leaves scars, and their location depends on the technique used. Our article on breast surgery incisions and scarring offers background for that discussion. Potential complications include bleeding, infection, changes in sensation, and healing problems; the risks vary by procedure and patient. Implant-based surgery also has specific risks and ongoing care considerations. Results and recovery cannot be guaranteed.
Schedule a Breast Surgery Consultation in Morton Grove
Tell us what you would like to change and what matters most to you. Contact SARA Surgery to schedule a consultation with Dr. Dickie and discuss your breast surgery options.
