two weeks post op.5'4' and 130lb. i had DDD brest size before surgery. i was given the vertical incesion to avoid the boxy look. He said he removed 250 cc from each brest. i wanted a full C to a D. this i made very clear. i am still fitting in my old bras, will they get smaller and how much approx
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August 25, 2017
Answer: Breasts continue to soften and get smaller as the swelling after reduction surgery improves
Breast Reduction is a complicated procedure that is best done by those with the most training and experience. It is very difficult to determine the resultant cup size and shape based solely on the number of grams that are removed from your breast to best match your ideal breast image without an...
Unfortunately, most private physicians do not accept medicaid for payment of breast reductions because the reimbursement is too low. You may want to go to a plastic surgery clinic at a teaching hospital where you would ge tthe expertise of an attending plastic surgeon overseeing the...
Thank you for the question.
As you have found, it can be very frustrating dealing with insurance companies. I would suggest you write an appeal letter and have your physicians do the same. Be persistent.
Best wishes.