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How Do Doctors Know How Small You Can Go?

My doctor looked at my full D breasts and suggested a C cup for my breast reduction. I asked to go smaller, and he said "Sure." I've read other's stories and they must stop at C and not go smaller, so I feel lucky, but wonder why everyone can't go as small as they want?

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Breast reduction, how small can you go?

The eventual cup size dose depend on individual preferrence, however reduction is indeed limited by the geometry of the breast, and chest width. There are many reasons or factors which leave most breast reductions at a very full C or small D cup. As the reduction is 'pushed' to acheive a smaller cup the breast can lose projection and shape, sensation, or even circulation to the breast remaining. We prefer balance and aesthetics over the quest for the smallest cup. Before you feel... more

Breast reduction

It is usually a matter of a surgeon's experience when it comes to knowing how small to make your breasts. I have noticed, however, that there can be a tendency to over reduce the breasts and that the size often continues to decrease during the several months after surgery. I would look at photos of,the surgeon's work and you that a a guideline.

Breast Size after Breast Reduction?

I would suggest that you be very careful about discussing your goals and/or basing your satisfaction with the outcome of surgery on specific cup size. As you know, breast cup sizes may vary from one bra manufacturer to another; therefore using cup size as a means of communication can be confusing. In regards to the smallest size achievable safely with breast reduction surgery, the concern is related to the blood flow REMAINING after the breast reduction surgery. The... more

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You certainly go have a reduction resulting in smaller than C cup in most instances, although the amount of tissue needed to support adequate healing does factor in. Most experienced plastic surgeons can give you an educated estimate of your post-op cup size.

How Do Doctors Know How Small You Can Go?

Honestly, I can tell you after doing breast reductions and breast enlargments for30 years, no one can guarantee a specific bra size. We try and create a certain look and proportion. If you think about it, D bras from different manufacturers all fit differently. This is because cup "size" is not really a size at all, it is more of a proportion. Take photographs of women who have the look you want and your surgeon will be able to tell you first of all if your desire is even... more

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Breast Reduction: Q&A