Breast Reduction to a C Cup for Very Large Breasts?

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, there is no direct correlation between the amount of tissue removed and the ultimate cup size that a patient will wear after breast reduction surgery. Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure it is very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon. Most patients, like you, wish to achieve a enough of a reduction to help with their symptoms while remaining proportionate with the remainder of their torso... more

It is possible to reduce your breasts to a C cup but I honestly think that the result will be too small for your frame. You may be disappointed. Your breasts should be kept in proportion to your the rest of your body. Your symptoms can be relieved with the removal of less breast tissue.

You look quite large in the photos. I usually tell patients of your size, that more likely you will be a large C or small D to improve the survival of the nipple and the skin flaps.

Yes, your breasts can definitely be reduced to a C cup.  Make sure that both you and your doctor have the same idea of what size you want since bra manufacturers vary widely in their sizing.  Good luck, /nsn.

Yes. Your breast could well be reduced to a "C cup" or a size more befitting your frame.  I think the surgery will transform your life for the better and making it much easier for you to enjoy activities that until now would have been out of the question for you. Good Luck.

Hi! How your breast reduction is done is absolutely critical.  I believe you need breast reduction with FREE NIPPLE GRAFTS.  You will lose nipple sensation, but it is the only safe way, and you can be a C cup.

I can see why you would be anxious. I think your breast reduction is very challenging not only because of the magnitude of the reduction, but also the distance that the nipple must be moved. The longer the distance and the larger the volume reduction the more risk of limiting blood flow to the nipple. While it is certainly possible that your surgery can go well depending on the execution of the surgery, the technique chosen, and other risk factors you might have (i.e. smoking, diabetes,... more