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— What is Accessory Breast Surgery (Axillary/Accessory Breast Tissue Removal)?
Quick Answer
— What is Accessory Breast Surgery (Axillary/Accessory Breast Tissue Removal)?What is Accessory Breast Surgery (Axillary/Accessory Breast Tissue Removal)?
Accessory breast surgery removes excess breast tissue that develops outside the normal breast area—most commonly in the armpit (axilla) along the embryologic “milk line.” Treatment options include liposuction, energy-assisted liposuction (e.g., radiofrequency), direct excision of gland/fat ± skin (“axillaplasty”), or combinations, tailored to the amount of tissue and skin redundancy. Goals are to relieve discomfort (tenderness, swelling with hormonal changes, chafing), improve arm mobility and clothing fit, and create a smooth underarm/breast-sidewall contour.
Ideal for: Adults with confirmed accessory/axillary breast tissue causing bulging, pain/tenderness with hormonal cycles, limited arm movement, irritation or cosmetic concern; patients with stable weight, realistic expectations, and willingness to follow compression and activity restrictions during recovery.
- Estimated cost
- $3,000 – $6,000
Accessory Breast Surgery (Axillary/Accessory Breast Tissue Removal)
부유방 제거 수술 (겨드랑이/부유방 조직 제거) (한국어)
Accessory breast surgery removes excess breast tissue that develops outside the normal breast area—most commonly in the armpit (axilla) along the embryologic “milk line.” Treatment options include liposuction, energy-assisted liposuction (e.g., radiofrequency), direct excision of gland/fat ± skin (“axillaplasty”), or combinations, tailored to the amount of tissue and skin redundancy. Goals are to relieve discomfort (tenderness, swelling with hormonal changes, chafing), improve arm mobility and clothing fit, and create a smooth underarm/breast-sidewall contour.
Cost Estimate
USD · $3,000 - $6,000
Anesthesia
Local,General
Treatment Details
Accessory breast surgery removes excess breast tissue that develops outside the normal breast area—most commonly in the armpit (axilla) along the embryologic “milk line.” Treatment options include liposuction, energy-assisted liposuction (e.g., radiofrequency), direct excision of gland/fat ± skin (“axillaplasty”), or combinations, tailored to the amount of tissue and skin redundancy. Goals are to relieve discomfort (tenderness, swelling with hormonal changes, chafing), improve arm mobility and clothing fit, and create a smooth underarm/breast-sidewall contour.
Ideal Candidates
Adults with confirmed accessory/axillary breast tissue causing bulging, pain/tenderness with hormonal cycles, limited arm movement, irritation or cosmetic concern; patients with stable weight, realistic expectations, and willingness to follow compression and activity restrictions during recovery.
Result Duration
Contour improves as swelling subsides over several weeks; final contour typically seen in a few months.
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