H cup hoping to achieve C cup - can this be done with a reduction alone? (photo)

Yes the surgeon can make you a B cup. This is a very common procedure that I do . Insurance does not always cover smaller breast reductions... they usually require a resection of 500 grams of tissue. Hope this helps. Best to see a board certified plastic surgeon

Thanks for your question! I wouldn't focus on the cup size. However, you will always be a slightly larger cup size because of the width of your breasts. Even though you will be maybe a D cup, you won't be a true D. I would suggest one or two more opinions, but I wouldn't be surprised if you hear similar from other surgeons. Good luck!

Most Insurance cases, the insurance company requires a minimum (by weight) amount of breast tissue removed. That requirement has an effect on the ultimate size of your breast. The post-partum breast typically looses some volume when you stop breast feeding, assuming your weight is stable. From my experience the breast will shrink and therefore the size diminishes over the ensuing 6 months. Also, the milk ducts seem to take 6-12 months to dry up completely. Generally speaking you will probably be able to get close to your desired size. Your physical exam is needed to give you a more accurate estimate.