Breast reduction advice for a 15-year-old?

I do quite a few breast reductions on teeenagers. My only requirement is that your bra size has not changed in the last year. If your breasts are still growing when you have the procedure done, you may need a second reduction a few years later.

Congenitally large breasts are problematic for so many girls.  Not withstanding all the problems with neck, shoulder and back pain are the psychological issues that are more important.  Clearly at your height and weight your breasts are much too large for your body.  And this has everything to... more

It is not unusual to see a young girl that would benefit from a breast reduction.  There are several important issues.  Breast growth should be stable for the past year.  If the breasts are still increasing in size then it is possible that they can continue to grow following a breast reduction... more

IF you have reached a stable weight and growth curve, then this may be an option for you. At your age, you may have a higher likelihood of recurrent hypertrophy and may need another reduction. Also consider that this may effect your ability to nurse if and when you have children.

If you are no longer growing in height, and are regularly menstruating and your breasts are no longer growing, then seeking a breast reduction consult sounds like a good idea for you. 

In Plastic Surgery we always weigh patient benefits VS. patient risk.  As a result we often wait until our patients are old enough and legally mature when they understand and accept the potential risks of the procedures they are asking for. Breast Reduction on teenagers is not rare. Some people are... more

Breast reduction is a fantastic procedure starting at 13 to 14 years of age.  It is remarkable how breast reduction can help to alleviate the pain in the neck and shoulders as long as the pain isn't being caused by something else such as arthritis.  The procedure can be done as an outpatient and it's... more

If you are fifteen and have very large breasts, breast reduction may be an appropriate procedure. It's important to be sure expectations are realistic and you have an understanding of the commitment needed for the healing process. Make sure that you understand the nature of your surgery, the recovery process,... more

Hello, Although we generally recommend waiting until all your breast growth has happened, there may be situations like yours where doing a breast reduction at age 16 is indicated. We have certainly done breast reductions in our Santa Rosa practice in patients your age.  Make sure you have discussed all... more

As you seem to be well aware, breast reduction is an operation that can have great benefits for women of all ages. I have performed breast reductions on women in the mid to late 60s and the the first thing they say post-op is that they wished they had done it a long time ago. In your case your height and... more