If I Get A Breast Reduction, Will They Grow Back if I Were To Have Kids?

I am a 24 with a Bra cup size 36G. The breasts are heavy and frustrating. Bra shopping is always a nightmare. I don't have kids yet, I have been advised to do the breast reduction after I have kids because the breasts will grow back... Is this true? I cannot wear what I would like to wear, my body is generally not big. I would like a sleeveless dress for my wedding, but I am loosing hope of looking descent in that kind of dress with my massive breasts.

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5 Doctor Answers | Asked by Pauline.Mohlala

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Breast reduction now or after having children?

Great question, Pauline. Unless you're planning on having children in the next few years, it sounds like you're a great candidate for a breast reduction now. Every breast reduction patient I know is glad she had her surgery, and most of them wish they had it sooner. For women such as yourself who have difficulty fitting into clothes, neck pain, upper back pain, shoulder pain, etc, breast reductions are incredibly helpful. I, and many other plastic surgeons, use the... more

Repeated breast reduction

A breast reduction removes the fat and breast tissue from the breasts. During pregnancy, the glandular tissue will enlarge but will shrink after you are done breast feeding. However, if you are currently a size 36 G and have very havery, painful breasts and cannot find clothing that you want to wear, I would recommend you undergo a breast reduction now. There are new techniques that avoid the vertical and boat anchor incisions and transfer the breast weight to the... more

Timing of Breast Reduction Surgery in relation to Pregnancy?

Thank you for the question. Breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. By removing “excess” breast tissue, adipose tissue, and breast skin this operation reduces and lifts the breasts to a higher position on the chest wall. By doing so, patients often find improvement in neck, back, and shoulder discomfort and find it easier to form their activities of daily living and exercise. Timing of the operation will depend on the... more

Have your breast reduction as soon as possible.

Hi. Time flies. You want to be comfortable and look good now. Who knows what will happen tomorrow? You may need a touch up after you have kids, but that is usually pretty minor. The important thing is to live in the present. see video

Breast returning after breast reduction.

In most cases the breasts do not return after a breast reduction. Pregnancy will cause the breasts to engorge and enlarge during the pregnancy and breast feeding, but will involute (lose volume) after breast feeding. This usually results in some stretching of the skin and supporting ligaments of the breast leading to a little more ptosis or droopiness afterwards, but the volume generally does not increase. If you are having significant issues you may want to consult a Plastic... more