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How much does breast reduction cost? 13 answers

I am quite sure my insurance plan cant cover the cost of breast reduction surgery. They don't consider it a medical necessity even though my breasts...

Do I need a breast lift if I am getting a breast reduction? 21 answers

Do I need to have a combination of both to acheive a lifted breast? Or if I do the breast reduction, will that give me a lift in my breasts?

Should I get a breast reduction? 6 answers

There is some hestitation on my part to get breast reduction. who is a good candidate for breast reduction surgery? can you be overweight?

Is non-surgical breast reduction possible? 13 answers

Is there a way to make the breasts a couple of sizes smaller, or is surgery the only way to go?

Overweight and Breast reduction surgery: worth doing? 9 answers

For a woman who is overweight...40+ pounds... is it a bad idea to get a breast reduction? will my weight cause them to enlargen again?

After breast reduction will my breasts remain full? 6 answers

I am due to get a breast reduction in a short while, I am just waiting for my insurance company's approval, which my doctor said will not be a problem...

How many cup sizes can I lose after Breast Reduction? 16 answers

I am a 38DDD... Will I be able to go down to a 38C (Like I was in high school)?

Is breast reduction surgery like liposuction? 8 answers

I want breast reduction surgery and I am wondering how it all works.  Do they just do liposuction to remove the extra fat in your breasts?

After breast reduction surgery will my breasts fall down? 18 answers

I had breast reduction surgery last year,my husband always say that my breast are falling down to me it's seem the same as i had done opperation is it...

Excess flab on sides after Breast Reduction 16 answers

I had Breast Reduction around five years ago, followed by a lot of complicatons (which were fixed by another doctor). Now, I'm concerned about the...

Is breast reduction the same for men and women? 7 answers

Is a male breast reduction for gynecomastia the same as a female breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty)? How are they different?

Why are oral surgeons allowed to do breast reduction surgery? 12 answers

In today's Seattle PI there is a story about a woman who is suing an oral surgeon for a botched breast reduction ("Oral Surgeon faces new...

How can I minimize scars from breast reduction? 4 answers

I just had breast reduction surgery. The scars seem to be settling, and I want to know what to put on them to minimize their appearance.

Breast reduction surgery after pregnancy? 14 answers

How long after giving birth should I wait before I can undergo breast reduction surgery?

VelaShape for breast reduction? 2 answers

I am a 36DDD and would like to be able to wear a 36D. I don't want to have the bust reduction surgery. Can VelaShape be used to help reduce bust size?


Hypertrophic scar revision after Breast Reduction? 2 answers

I am an African American 7 months post op breast reduction. I have painful hypertrophic scars around the areola, as well as horrible scaring from...

Lower back and abdomen swelling after multiple procedures 6 answers

I had Ultrasonic Liposuction 3 & 1/2 weeks ago in my mid-section, back, arms, and inner thighs. I also had a butt lift, breast reduction, and...

Traditional Breast Reduction vs Laser Bra surgery 6 answers

What's up Docs, I am doing research for my Breast Reduction. When researching the Laser Bra, I discovered that the procedure is about 1 & 1/2-2...

Breast reduction from 38D to A? 8 answers

I'm 5'5", breasts size 38D. Would I look weird if I got a breast reduction to a size A?

Asymmetrical breasts due to Breast Reduction 11 answers

I have breasts that are completely asymmetrical as a result of a breast reduction.  The right nipple is 2cm too high and the shape of both is...

Is 17 too young for breast reduction surgery? 18 answers

17-year-old Romanian tennis star Simona Halep, who won the junior French Open last year, has announced that she will have a breast reduction later...

How to tell if I got a good plastic surgeon? 10 answers

How can you make sure you have found a very good plastic surgeon? I want a Breast reduction and Tummy Tuck but I'm afraid it will end up a disaster. ...

Is breast implant reduction too risky? 9 answers

I had 500 grams silicone high profile implants place about 3 months ago. They feel a little too big and firm. I would like to downgrade them to maybe...

Why is the doctor charging extra if breast reduction is covered? 8 answers

My breast reduction was approved by Tricare. Doctor is charging me $3,500 for a breast lift and nipple reduction. Aren't breast lift and nipple...

Does Alexia Breast Reduction Pills really work? 7 answers

I am a very petite girl with a chest size 32DD. I want a reduction in size, but am nervous about breast reduction surgery. I heard about this pill...

Possible to reduce breasts from 38D to a c-cup? 12 answers

Im a 21 year old female with 38D breast, I have pain in my back and rolled shoulders. I've also developed a rash underneath of my breast. I'm...

Hypertrophic breast reduction scarring 2 answers

I had a breast reduction and suffered a pretty significant wound separation. Could this potentially be the reason for hypertropic scars?

Financing breast reduction through insurance? 8 answers

If one of my breast is extremely larger than the other. Will insurance cover the procedure? One side is probably a very small A and the other is a...

Breast Reduction advice 18 answers

I am going for a consultation for breast reduction. I am 39 years old and have been wanting a reduction for some time. I have tried to lose weight as...

How to get rid of red and raised breast reduction scars? 8 answers

I had a breast reduction & lift 15 months ago. I am very pleased with the way my breast look now except for the scars. The scars seemed to be...

Safe pregnancy after Breast Reduction? 12 answers

I'm 26 and I don't have kids yet. I would like to know, can I have a pregnancy without complications after a breast reduction? Please help. Thank you...

Keloids and hypertrophic scarring from breast reduction 3 answers

I had breast reduction surgery seven months ago, and I have hypertrophic scarring and keloids. I have had two sessions of injections with steroids,...

Is it safe to have breast reduction and liposuction at the same time? 7 answers

Is it recommended to have a breast reduction and liposuction of tummy, flanks and back at the same day?

Fat removal volume for Breast Reduction and Liposuction? 12 answers

I'm getting a Breast Reduction of 1 kg done at the same time of Liposuction to upper and lower abs, flanks, and outer thighs. I'm supposed to be under...

Possible to get breast reduction without leaving large scars? 8 answers

I am considering a breast reduction.  I have breasts that are FF! I am only 23, 5 ft 2, and I weigh about 135 pounds. I have tried to loose...

I have big breasts, can I get them reduced? 9 answers

How much do they usually charge to reduce your breast? my regular size is a 32D but it's hard to find bras that can fit me and they don't go with my...

Breast reduction from 36DD to an A? 14 answers

My 29-yr-old daughter is a 36DD and wants to have reduction down to an A cup. Is that feasible? She would rather have a double mastectomy than have...


Why are some surgeons hesitant to combine multiple procedures? 2 answers

Why is it that some plastic surgeons won't do multiple procedures at a time? I wanted to combine procedures to reduce time off of work, with one...

Returning natural color of skin from breast reduction? 2 answers

I had a breast reduction over 1 year ago I used the moisterized as instructed by mt doctor for 4 months. I did go back to smoking and about 20% of my...

Is Breast Reduction by Lipo advisable? 5 answers

I'm 31 yrs old and a 38 DD. I weigh about 74 kgs on a 5 ft 3 inch frame. I want to reduce my breasts, but I plan to have a child in 1-2 years. I am,...

Sagging after Breast Reduction? 3 answers

I am a 42J, 5’4, 180 pounds, 22 yeard old, and planning to have a breast reduction. I am in the process of losing weight before surgery. Will my...

How long before tissue necrosis heals after breast reduction? 7 answers

I had a breast reduction done back in december and am pleased with the results other than one of my breasts is still open at the inverse T. It is...

Decreasing scar size from breast augmentation? 6 answers

I had a DD tuberous breast and a barely A cup when I was fourteen. To make them even I got a saline breast implant in one breast and had...

What happens after my breast reduction? 10 answers

What happens if I have my 690cc breast implants (D cup) I got 2 weeks ago removed, and get my old 390cc (C cup) ones? Will my breasts look stretched...

How risky is Breast reduction by non-ABMS surgeon? 7 answers

My doctor studied medicine and plastic surgery in South Africa. He's Board Certified in Plastic Surgery by the South African College of Medicine &...


Will insurance cover revision for uneven Breast reduction results? 11 answers

I had a Breast reduction done many years ago and have very painful scar tissue as a result of it. My breasts are also 2 VERY different sizes where...

How much do YOU charge for a breast reduction? 4 answers

I've been looking for a doctor to do the surgery, and most of the places I've talked to will not give me a straight answer or they charge depending on...

Blood loss during Breast Reduction? 8 answers

I gave birth 3 months ago and lost a lot of blood, I had to have a blood transfusion because I was anemic. If I lost a lot of blood during childbirth...

When is a good time to have Breast reduction done? 9 answers

I would like to know when it is a good time to have a Breast reduction. I have wanted to have a Breast reduction for a number of years. I used to have...

How small can I go for breast reduction? 3 answers

I am a 42J, 5’4, 180 pounds, 22 yeard old, and planning to have a breast reduction. Would it be possible for me to go to a C cup, or is that too...

What is breast reduction risk and cost? 5 answers

I have 40 DDD breast. I am 140 lbs. How much would it cost to get my breast reduced to a full C cup and what are some of the cons of this procedure?

What can I expect from my breast reduction? 4 answers

I'm 17 and I have always been overweight and had a bigger chest. Well I'm already a triple D even though my waist and pants size is a 12. (I know not...

Is Breast reduction safe while pregnant? 10 answers

Should I have the surgery while I am pregnant? Just found out I am six weeks pregnant, should I still have Breast reduction surgery next week?

How is nipple sensitivity after breast reduction? 4 answers

I'm having a Breast reduction and will not be able to keep my nipple intact. Is there anyway detaching the nipples can be avoided and what problems...

Breast reduction for patient with protein S deficiency? 3 answers

I have a protein "S" deficiency which caused me to have several Pulmonary Embolisms in the past. I'm having a Breast reduction in July. What...

Waiting to get pregnant after breast reduction surgery? 1 answer

How long should I wait to get pregnant after breast reduction surgery?

Downsizing 350cc Breast implants to 250cc okay? 5 answers

I had 480cc (teardrop) Breast implants put in prior and 8 months ago, and had a Breast reduction and lift. The doctor took my size down to 350cc...

Correcting Breast Reduction results? 1 answer

I had Breast reduction 4 months ago. My surgeon says that my breasts are sagging and that as a result my nipples are going to appear too high. He...

Disproportionately small breasts during reduction? 3 answers

If I want a disproportionately small breasts, will a doctor be willing to do this type of Breast reduction procedure? Why or why not? I don't want...

Breast reduction with a different silicone implant type? 4 answers

I currently have Mentor Siltex Round MP, 350cc filled to 375cc. The diameter and projection of current implants are 13.3" and 3.9". I now...

Bra size after breast reduction? 2 answers

I am a 38DD and I want to have 500g removed. What size will that make me after the Breast reduction surgery? I just want to know if you can give me an...

Would breast reduction help relieve body pain? 2 answers

I am 36J now, and only 5'2". I have been having a lot of body pain. Would a breast reduction help relieve me of some pain? How can I find a good...

Extra skin after downsizing Breast implants? 2 answers

Will I have extra skin if I downsize my implants from a 380cc to a 300cc? I have had 360cc implants filled to 380cc for 8 years. Over time, I feel...

Hypersensitive nipples years after Breast reduction? 1 answer

I had a breast reduction and lift Sept 2002 and my nipples are embarrassingly hypersensitive and a padded bra does not really help. What can I do? It...

Signs of infection after Breast reduction? 1 answer

I am experiencing a tender to the touch, red, warm area on my left breast. This breast was really swollen and extremely bruised right after surgery...

Reduction for breasts with freeflow silicone? 1 answer

I badly need breast reduction for my breasts with freeflow silicone injected over 25 years ago. Size 46DD or E. My breasts were perfect until I gained...

Scar treatment for fair colored African American? 1 answer

What can I do to improve the scars? I am a fair colored African American. I don't believe they are keloids, but are dark brown, raised and wide.

Infection after breast reduction? 1 answer

I had breast reduction surgery 6 months ago and everything went great. I am very pleased with the outcome and the healing went well. However, two...