Is Liposuction Necessary During Breast Reduction Surgery?

I have Breast Reduction surgery in about two weeks. I am debating on the Liposuction that was recommended at the same time. If I don't have Liposuction done, can I get similar results through diet and exercise?

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11 Doctor Answers | Asked by mahalamom in moorpark

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Breast Reduction and Liposuction?

Thank you for the question. Liposuction is not “necessary”, can be a useful tool, during breast reduction surgery. One area that often benefits from liposuction surgery is the lateral chest wall ( below the axilla). My suggestion would be to allow your plastic surgeon to use whatever tool necessary to achieve the best results possible. Best wishes.

Liposuction and breast reduction

Liposuction is not necessary with breast reductions. It can help thin out the lateral fold of tissue that often persists.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Liposuction during breast reduction.

Hi, Thank you for your question. Liposuction is not necessary for every breast reduction procedure. It depends on the type of procedure being done and on the patient. A lot of times it is highly recommended because it helps the lateral side areas of the breast look flatter and better. Usually we do not charge extra and I usually always do liposuction for breast contouring laterally. This of course, does not include liposuction of back rolls or extensions. You should consult with your... more

Liposuction for breast reduction is not required

Mahalamom, Liposuction is not required for a breast reduction. If you desired to re-contour the area beneath the arm pit that can produce a roll then liposuction is an option. Whether or not the area of liposuction in question can be reduced with weight loss is only a question you can answer. It depends on whether you can do all the things to safely loose weight (less calories in/healthier food and more calories out/exercise). Review your concerns/questions again with your surgeon prior... more

Breast reduction with liposuction

Liposuction, as an adjunct to breast reduction, is often beneficial to treat those diet resistant pockets of fat that women complain about on the outer part of the breast that protrude above or beyond the bra strap. You can elect to go without but those fat deposits will remain untreated. Your choice.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

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Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast reduction surgery can be done without liposuction

I am not sure from your posting whether the proposed liposuction is to be done in the area of the breast as part of the breast reduction or in a completely different area as the thighs or abdomen. Liposuction of the area around the underarm at what we refer to as the "tail of the breast" is often done during a breast reduction in order to create the best shaped breast possible. If there is a chance that liposuction will be needed in this area, I will discuss it with the patient... more

Liposuction can be great adjunct to breast implants to get rid of fullness on sides

While the word necessary is often used inappropriately, liposuction to the side of the chest and lateral chest wall which is under the upper arm is often a good additional option to remove the bulge in this area which is often left when a reduction mamoplasty is done alone. Truly not necessary but a really nice additional option to give a better result. Talk with your surgeon and ask him or her what and where they intend to liposuction. Usually insurance companies pay for reduction... more

Liposuction during Breast Reduction depends on whether you need it

Liposuction is not done in all of my breast reduction patients but many of them need this to help the axilla look better. The area on the sides if there is tissue, can be improved with liposuction to help it look flatter. Not everyone needs this...but some patients do. Go to a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to get the best results. Good luck!

Is liposuction necessary during breast reduction?

Hi there- NO, liposuction is not a necessary component of breast reduction surgery. More likely, your surgeon was recommending this as a means of maximizing the shape achieved. If you are not comfortable with it, just express your concerns to your surgeon and ask if the procedure could be done without it.

Liposuction at the time of breast reduction

I am assuming you are talking about liposuction of the lateral chest at the time of your breast reduction. It is commonly done as a way to improve the overall results of the breast reduction itself. Liposuction is a much simpler procedure than the reduction itself. I don't thinkn there is any reason to be concerned about it, it is only designed to improve the overall appearance. If you were to loose weight you may get a similar improvement but it may take a significant weight loss from... more

Chest Liposuction and Breast Reduction Surgery

I have a hard time with the term "necessary" in this context. Surgery is necessary when you have a ruptured appendix. Surgery is necessary when you have a cancer that needs to be removed. As such, liposuction is never "necessary". In MANY women a roll of fat and breast tissue extends sideways from the breast to the arm pit - it is termed the Axillary Roll or the Tail of Spence. It is not addressed by the breast Reduction and as the breasts are made smaller and perkier... more