Does Breast Reduction Make Your Breasts Loose Volume, Become Flat and Leave Hideous Scars?

asked 1 year ago by Miami4846
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: age 17 or under, sagging, flat, results, scar

I am 17 years old, and I have a DD. My breasts are round and don't sag at all. They're just too large for my taste. I am extremely self-concious about this and want a breast reduction to reduce my breasts to a B cup. However I am scared that if I get one, I'll loose volume, my breasts will become flat and I'll have hideous scars. What should I expect in my situation?

11 answers to Does Breast Reduction Make Your Breasts Loose Volume, Become Flat and Leave Hideous Scars?

Breast Reduction and Teenagers

The first step is to discuss your concerns with your parents. Together you can find an ASPS board certified plastic surgeon in your area. Upon consultation and examination your surgeon will be able to discuss the benefits and risks of breast reduction surgery at the age of 17. My breast reduction patients report that they are finally able to have an active life without having to be self conscience about their breast size.. Best wishes!

Christine Sullivan, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction for Teenager?

Thank you for the question. It sounds like you are dealing with juvenile breast hypertrophy along with the physical and psychosocial consequences of this diagnosis. In other words, the breasts are too large for the frame causing both physical and psychological distress. As you think about breast reduction surgery make sure you do your homework and understand the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure. Unsatisfactory... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Not all scarring is hideous.

Breasts that are too large have too much volume by definition. The scarring that is necessary for a reduction depends on many factors. Consult with a qualified, board certified plastic surgeon for a complete evaluation. There is also the possibility of adding an implant with the lift. Speak with a board certified plastic surgeon. The results of scarring also depends on many factors that can be explained by your surgeon. Not all scars are hideous. Some are almost invisible. more

Robert E. Zaworski, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Beautiful shapes are possible after breast reduction

An examination of breast tissue quality and dimensions is important in determining the best operative technique. Techniques that are available include liposuction (minimal scars) to reduced scars with contemporary approaches. The preservation of cleavage and upper pole fulness is possible with the right approach. Have a candid discussion with your surgeon about your symptoms, and expectations, and include your mother or legal guardian in your decision making. ... more

Vaishali Doolabh, MD
Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction with no scars.

Liposuction is an option to reduce the volume of the breasts. It is best for a modest reduction in the breast size as shown in the nice video by Dr Placik because no skin is removed and so the breasts can be more droopy following liposuction - the more fat you remove, the more droopy they become. A younger patient with pert breasts like you, may benefit as your skin is more likely to recoil (you don't smoke do you?) and you are starting without any significant sag... more

Jonathan J Staiano, MBBS
Birmingham Plastic Surgeon

VIDEO BELOW: 17 year old with large breasts and scared of scars. Consider lipo if nipples well placed.

As a 17 year old with large breasts and scared of scars, yo may want to consider lipo if your nipples are well placed. I have attached a video showing an example of a yound individual with a liposuction breast reduction. see video

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction, Scars, Age 17 and more

Breast reduction is a great operation for the proper candidate. At age 17 you need special evaluation by at least 3 surgeons. See surgeons boarded by the ABPS. A well done breast reduction with the vertucal technique and medial pedicle of Hall Findlay look very nice and has more limited incisions and scars but still some incisions. A proper breast reduction shopuld leave an attractive well supported braest. Of course when you have... more

George Commons, MD
Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction is an excellent operation

In a recent ASPS patient survery- breast reduction ranked amongst the highest in patient satisfaction rates post-op. Over 90%, by my recollection. On RealSelf.com - patients report an 88% satisfaction rate. If the consequence of BBR was 'lose volume...become flat...hideous scars...' then this operation would be a failed concept. Seek out a good plastic surgeon for an opinion.

Scott Sattler, MD
Bellevue Plastic Surgeon

Breast Reduction Makes Smaller Breasts That Will Have Scars

While breast reduction can achieve smaller breasts, it does so at the 'price' of scars and the loss of some natural fullness or roundness. That is a trade-off that one has to be willing to make...and it is an irreversible decision. If you are not absolutely certain of that exchange then breast reduction surgery is not for you.

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD
Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction

If your breasts are too large and you want them reduced, then liposuction is an alternative for you. This will not cause the scars that are common with breast reduction.