Possible to get breast reduction without leaving large scars?

I am considering a breast reduction. I have breasts that are FF! I am only 23, 5 ft 2, and I weigh about 135 pounds. I have tried to loose weight, but my breast stay large. I have always been self conscious about the way my body looks and would love to have a reduction, but I don't want the ugly scars. Is there any way to have a reduction without large scars? Another concern is my breasts are slightly starting to sag. If I were to leave them this size could they be lifted without scarring?

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11 answers to “Possible to get breast reduction...”

A: Breast reduction scars

By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

There is no way to do a breast reduction without scars. If it is well performed, the shape and size improvement will be worth the scars. The scars get better with time significantly. This is a sculpting operation so make sure the surgeon you choose is a real artist as shown in their photos.

A: Is Breast reduction without leaving large scars possible ?

By Peter A. Aldea, MD - Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction without leaving long scars is completely achievable. The OLD standard Breast Reduction / Breast Lifts have been done through a vertical T / Anchor shaped scar. The blood supply to the nipple complex (Pedicle) was either superior, central, medial but most commonly inferior (meaning the... more

A: Scarless Surgery

By John Philip Connors III, MD - Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Unfortunately, we as plastic surgeons have not been able to completely eliminate scars from our fantastic surgical techniques...but we are still trying! It sounds like you are moving towards needing a reduction/lift...I see this all the time, in all types of patients, young and old. I have moved away... more

A: You will have some scars.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Hi! I bet you would be happier with a breast reduction. We now can do it with less scarring. You would need a "lollypop" scar. The scars do fade a lot but they don't disappear. I can tell you that women worry a lot about the scars before surgery, but after surgery, I hardly... more

A: Breast reduction without large scars

By Sutton Graham II, MD - Greenville Plastic Surgeon

Jlikes03: Your research will probably lead you discussion of "scar-less" or "minimal scar" surgery. For years US and international surgeons have trying to develop ways to give patients superior results with little scaring. Alternatives such as liposuction of fat, leaving... more

A: Breast Reduction / Breast Lift

By Trevor M. Born, MD - Toronto Plastic Surgeon

Dear jlikes03, The procedure for Reduction/Lifting of the breasts will vary with what you would like to achieve. Some visible scars will result but these can be minimzed with proper surgical approach and pos operative care. Adjunctive treatments with IPL can speed up the reduction of red color of... more

A: The answer for you is “NO.”

By Robert T. Buchanan, MD - Highlands Plastic Surgeon

The answer for you is “NO,” but there are many things that can be done to minimize the scars. From your question, you are interested in reducing the size of your breasts as well as having them with no “sag.” You can reduce the breasts with Liposuction using only very small scars. The... more

A: Breast reduction without scars

By Barry H. Dolich, MD - Bronx Plastic Surgeon

As a double F who is 23 yrs. old with short stature, a reduction/lift would seem to be in order to restore the balence, equiliibrium and harmony of your upper torso to prevent the negative sequellae which are sure to come. A reduction of this magnitude cannot be done without scars. SCAR IS THE BODY'S GLUE, AND... more

A: Breast reductions have options

By Robin T.W. Yuan, MD - Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

The two main components of breast reduction is size and shape. If you are only concerned about size/weight, then you can remove fat or even the gland through small incision. But you could shape the breast very well if you have excess skin. The more shaping you desire or need, the more scars you will need.... more

A: Breast reduction is often possible with shorter scars

By Peter E. Johnson, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Most often in our practice we use a short scar technique in breast reduction and this procedure may work well for your breast reduction. With breast reduction a scar line will be necessary around the nipple. This allows some adjustment of the size of the areola if needed and a lift of the nipple higher... more

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cherrysunda
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9 Jul 2009

I am 22 years old and I had breast reduction surgery on May 19th of this year. I am almost 8 weeks out and I feel so amazing about myself and it is the best thing I could have ever done. I am 5'7, 130 pounds with a full C small D breast size now. I was originally a HH, my neck and back were always hurting me and I could never wear cute sexy clothes. I have changed all of that and it's so amazing. If you have insurance go through them to see if you can get it covered by them. Go find a great doctor (do your homework first)and have a consultation with him/her and they will tell you how much your life will improve.

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