Worried Still Too Big After BR from a 38DD?

I am 2 was post-op but my breasts still look so big and heavy. I'm probably a full D currently. I am 5'3" 157 lbs and I say I'm more medium frame. My PS said he too about a pound per side. (I didn't think to ask exact grams until I began reading on this forum but I know 454 grams is a pound). My surgery was approved by my insurance so I know there's a minimum. I asked to be a C since I think my frame wouldn't look proportioned with a B. If a pound was taken out per side, would that put me in range?

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too big 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in 2 weeks post-op 150-169 lbs

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Concerns about Breast Size after Breast Reduction?

Congratulations on having undergone the price reduction procedure; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. There is no direct correlation between the amount of tissue removed and the ultimate cup size that a patient will wear after breast reduction surgery. At this point, I would suggest that you give yourself several months ( and even up to one year) before evaluating the end results of the procedure. I would also suggest that you... more

Too big after a Breast Reduction?

Breast Reduction is a very challenging surgery because there are both functional and cosmetic issues. There is no hard and fast rule equating volume/weight with cup size. From an insurance perspective, a breast reduction is performed to alleviate neck, back, and shoulder pain, intractable rashes, sore shoulders from bra strap grooving. The weight recommendation is based on the Schnurr scale which is a formula derived from body surface area (a calculation based on your... more

Touch up breast reduction can get you to C cup.

Hi. Your breasts probably will not get any smaller. Do nothing for 3 or 4 months, because you may come to like your current look. If not, you can have a revision.

You need more time!

Cace, It takes at least 12 weeks for breast reduction surgery to settle down. Do not panic! You will look different every time you check yourself in the mirror for the next several weeks. I bet you will end up with exactly what you are wishing for! Good luck! Michael Novia, MD