Breast surgery in Frankfurt

That depends entirely on the procedure. A breast augmentation usually takes about one to one and a half hours, while a breast lift or breast reduction takes correspondingly longer. Dr. Nichlos will discuss with you in the initial consultation roughly how long it will take in your case.

Right after the procedure, the breast usually still sits a little higher. Over the following weeks, the tissue and, if applicable, the implants settle, and the swelling gradually subsides. The final shape usually shows after about three to six months.

In the first days, a feeling of tightness or pressure is completely normal and can be relieved well with pain relievers. After one to two weeks, it noticeably subsides for most patients. How quickly this happens, however, varies from person to person.

Usually you wear a special compression bra or compression garment day and night for about six weeks (four to six weeks after fat transfer and gynecomastia surgery). It supports healing and helps the breast form well. Dr. Nichlos will determine the right bra and the exact length of time with you individually.

In the first weeks, it is best to sleep on your back and slightly elevated, which protects the breast and helps against swelling. Sleeping on your side is usually possible again from the second week and in consultation with Dr. Nichlos, and sleeping on your stomach a little later.

That depends on how the wounds heal and how they are dressed. Usually you can shower again after just a few days, as soon as the scars are covered appropriately. Dr. Nichlos will give you clear instructions to take home.

For breast augmentation, Dr. Nichlos works with the so-called quick recovery method. The focus is on getting you moving again early and allowing you to move freely in general. Before you put real strain on your arms, however, please still wait for Dr. Nichlos’ personal clearance.

After a breast augmentation, breast lift or breast reduction, a drain is generally not necessary. For other procedures, it can make sense in individual cases to temporarily place a thin drain that carries away the wound fluid. If this is needed, it is usually removed after just one to two days.

A surgical procedure is not possible entirely without scars. However, Dr. Nichlos places the incisions so that they are as inconspicuous as possible, for example in the inframammary fold or at the edge of the areola. With good care, the scars usually fade noticeably over time.

Whether the ability to breastfeed is preserved depends largely on how much glandular tissue was removed during the procedure. With a breast augmentation, it is generally preserved. With a breast lift, it can be limited in rare cases, and with a breast reduction there is a higher risk, as glandular tissue is removed. A guarantee cannot be given in any case. If you would like to have children in the future, be sure to mention this in the consultation. Dr. Nichlos will address your situation individually.

Dr. Nichlos has no statutory health insurance accreditation. Billing through statutory health insurance is therefore not possible, even with a medical justification. Whether your insurer or supplemental insurance reimburses anything is best clarified directly with them in advance. You can find the prices in the price list.

That depends on the procedure and on your job. After a breast lift or breast reduction, everyday life and light activities are usually possible again the next day. You avoid sports and heavy lifting for about 4 to 6 weeks. How long you should take time off in an individual case is determined by Dr. Nichlos after the operation.

Yes, that often makes sense. For example, a breast lift can be combined with a breast augmentation or a breast reduction. Which combination suits you, you can discuss in the consultation.