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David A. Dreyfuss, MD answers: Breast implants for C cup breasts after reduction?

I am 5'2, 115 lbs, and 21 years old. I have huge 34DD breasts. I am very active and enjoy staying fit, although it's difficult for me to be able to do all the things I enjoy because of back problems. I got approval from the insurance company to get a breast reduction, but they have requirements on how much they will need to reduce. They want to make me into a small or medium B cup. I won't like my body too much if I went from DD to small B, so I'm wondering if it's possible to get  breast implants after my reduction to have medium or large C cup breasts?


David A. Dreyfuss, MD
25 days ago

Don't let your insurance company dictate what procedure would be best for you. I know we all want our insurance to cover our needs, but it sounds like a moderate reduction would serve you best. To remove excess natural tissue and place implants just to satisfy your insurance company would be ridiculous. 

Have your Plastic Surgeon do the correct removal and leave you the right size that will eliminate your symptoms. If this leaves you at a C as you desire, great. Submit the bill as normal to the company and see what happens. If they deny your claim, have your doctor submit a challenge letter. If that doesn't work, submit a complaint letter the Insurance Commission for your state. Be specific and you will find the insurance company will come around.

Good luck and do what is right for you.

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