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36FF Getting 500-600 Grams Removed. Approx What Size Will I Be?

asked 7 months ago by msmommato2
Latest answer by George J. Beraka, MD
Question viewed 256 times
Tags: breast size, removal, tissue

I am 35 5'4" 155 lbs and wear a 36FF, and sagging, my doctor said he is going to remove 500 - 600 g from each breast, will this give me a desired amount of lift, and approx what size would it bring me?

4 answers to 36FF Getting 500-600 Grams Removed. Approx What Size Will I Be?

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Cup size after breast reduction can be calculated in advance.

Hi. There are formulas which can approximately answer your question. If you are really a 36FF, removing 600 grams will leave you with at least a DD cup This is probably still too big. Maybe removing about 800 grams would be about right. Of course the final decision is made in the operating room, where the surgeon can actually see what your breasts look like, and can decide to remove more if necessary. see video
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Reduction and Final Size

Dear Msmommato2, Thank you for your question. While I would like to be more specific about a final cup size after your reduction, it is really impossible be that precise. The bra industry has not standardized their cup sizes which is why one bra fits you well and another exact same size bra does not. Also, without photos it is also very difficult to give you a better idea of your final volume. The goal of a breast reduction procedure is give you a breast... more
Herluf G. Lund, Jr, MD

Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon
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What size will I be after a 500-600 gram reduction?

While breast reduction surgery creates breasts which are more proportioned, less droopy and smaller improving any pain, discomfort or misproportion that you may have, it is difficult to accurately predict what cup size you will wear after the surgery. An experienced surgeon should be able correlate the final breast size within a cup or 2 with the amount of tissue removed. This is an estimate only and is based on many factors including a physical examination( most... more
Beverly Friedlander, MD

Short Hills Plastic Surgeon
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Breast Size After Breast Reduction?

Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery. Breast reduction surgery is one of the most patient pleasing/rewarding operations we do. Unfortunately, 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. Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure I think it is very important to communicate your size goals with your... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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