Medford Breast Reduction doctors

	Ronald V. DeMars, MD Portland Plastic Surgeon 10201 SE Main Suite 20, Portland		23 answers
	Robert M. Jensen, MD Medford Plastic Surgeon 1353 E. McAndrews Road, Medford		14 answers
	Earl H. Parrish, MD Medford Plastic Surgeon 701 Golf View Dr, Medford
	Ronald G. Worland, MD Medford Plastic Surgeon 2959 Siskiyou Blvd. Suite A , Medford
	Scott C. Young, MD Medford Plastic Surgeon 521 N. Main Street, Ashland

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What Do You Do when You Dont Know if You Can Afford Breast Reduction Surgery but Feel You Need It? (photo) I am 21 and i am 5'3 and about 160 to 175lbs an is has a somewhat tiny figure and have not yet had children. I have upper back pain an sagging with my breast. I am a 34O in bra size and have been sized with professional's more than once. I dont know if insurance will cover it and if they only cover some i dont know whether I will be able to afford the rest!!

A: Breast Reduction

First off, I think you would be thrilled with the results of a breast reduction. At your age you do have to understand that the scars are permanent and the surgery could possibly interfere with breast feeding. See a surgeon and have his office preauthorize the surgery for you with your insurance carrier. I have, over the years, found that more and more patients are denied as the insurance companies limit coverage. Probably 30-40% of my patients are declined by their carrier. We have developed "Cosmetic Fees" that are affordable for patients that are told by the insurance company that, by their standards, the patient does not need surgery. So get a consult or two and you may find it is more affordable than you think.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD

Portland Plastic Surgeon

What Are the Chances of Developing Pain from Scar Tissue with a Breast Reduction? I am thinking about getting a breast reduction. I'm worried about the likelihood or chance of having pain later in life from scar tissue. ive been reading online blogs/chats/posts from women who developed radiating pain years later (4 years/10 years later). Are some people more likely to get this versus others? What are the factors that increase this likelihood? I would be going from a DD to a C. Thanks.

A: Scar Pain Years After Breast Reduction

Thanks for your question. I must say I have done hundreds of breast reduction surgeries for almost three decades and I can't remember ever having a patient mention that kind of delayed pain. It'spossible they just don't come back to the office for that symptom, but I have to think it is very unlikely to occur. Any plastic surgeon that does the breast reduction procedure will tell you the same thing....that is the happiest group of patients in their practice.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD

Portland Plastic Surgeon

I Am of Mixed Race 38ddd What Kind of Scaring Can I Expect? Mixed race (black/white) used to be 185lbs,5ft 7in.Suffering from extreme back pain.Am now considering breast reduction after losing 10kl(about 20lbs)to help relieve back pain.

A: Scarring after breast reduction

THe incidence and degree of scarring really varies from individual to individual and from one ethnic group to another. It would be impossible to predict your risk of post-operative scarring. If you have had any other incisions on the abdomen or elsewhere, that would be a good indication of how you might heal. There are some techniques that use shorter scars, such as a vertical mammoplasty, which might be a better option for you because of your concerns.

Robert M. Jensen, MD

Medford Plastic Surgeon