Am I a Candidate for Breast Reduction? Could I Get Away with Less Invasive Than an Anchor Incision? (photo)

I am 39, non-smoking, Mother of 3 children aged 8, 6 and 2. Stopped breastfeeding 6 months ago. I know I am not "that" big (30" under bust, 35" across bust) but I am TINY - 5`4" and 105lbs! I have neck pain and some back pain. I am VERY self-conscious of them. The kind of attention I get is neither solicited nor pleasant. I hunch over and I think this causes my pain more than the weight. I just want to look normal for my frame. Currently 34D would like to be B/C. Thank you for your time!

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Breast reduction and liposuction

Based on the pictures, you're ideally a candidate for a vertical mastopexy (lollipop brest lift). However, I understand that you wish not to have any scars on your breasts. While scars do fade over time with appropriate scar care, there are inevitable in a breast lift procedure. Rarely, a patient like yourself is a good candidate for ultrasonic-assisted liposuction of the breasts which will make them smaller without scarring. You will likely end up with a C. cup... more

Breast Reduction Candidate?

Thank you for the question and pictures. Based on your description and pictures you may be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. This operation may serve to help you from the physical and psychosocial stand point. As you consider whether to proceed with this operation, you will need to consider the pros/cons and potential risks/complications associated with breast reduction/lifting surgery. Breast reduction/lifting involves some degree of... more

Vertical breast reduction -lollipop incision is possible

It is possible to give you a great result without the old anchor type incision. A vertical reduction, where there is only the vertical line, no horizontal/anchor scar is now the new normal for breast reductions. With a medial or superior based pedicle you can get a great resul with less scarring, longer lasting shape and less bottoming out. sincerely, Martin Jugenburg, MD, FRCSC

Am I a Candidate for Breast Reduction? Could I Get Away with Less Invasive Than an Anchor Incision?

Thanks for the posted photos and I understand. Could consider L-shaped lift/reduction with breast lipo. Just a thought.

Candidate for breast reduction?

Thank you for the question and the photos. I think you are a good candidate for reduction based on the information you provided. Breast reduction is a very rewarding procedure and does reduce or eliminate neck pain. There are different ways to do breast reduction, vertical scar (Lollipop) reduction may be suitable for you and that will eliminate the need for the inframammary scar.