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I Am of Mixed Race 38ddd What Kind of Scaring Can I Expect?

asked 5 months ago by Katy1781
Latest answer by Robert M. Jensen, MD
Question viewed 114 times
Tags: candidate, DDD cup, scar tissue

Mixed race (black/white) used to be 185lbs,5ft 7in.Suffering from extreme back pain.Am now considering breast reduction after losing 10kl(about 20lbs)to help relieve back pain.

7 answers to I Am of Mixed Race 38ddd What Kind of Scaring Can I Expect?

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Scarring after breast reduction

THe incidence and degree of scarring really varies from individual to individual and from one ethnic group to another. It would be impossible to predict your risk of post-operative scarring. If you have had any other incisions on the abdomen or elsewhere, that would be a good indication of how you might heal. There are some techniques that use shorter scars, such as a vertical mammoplasty, which might be a better option for you because of your concerns.
Robert M. Jensen, MD

Medford Plastic Surgeon
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Everyone scars differently

I have operated on many African american pts for breast reductions surgery. There is definitely a higher incidence of hypertrophic scarring in this patient population, but i would say that despite this the vast majority of breast reduction patients are happy to have had the surgery irregardless of the scars. Especially given your severe back pain, it sounds like the sur very will be worth it for you. Good luck!
Eric Chang, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Mixed race woman concerned about scarring after breast reduction surgery

It sounds like you would be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. Meticulous closure of your incisions and careful postoperative care including scar creams and/or silicone sheeting can help to lower your risk for thicker forming scars. Although darker complected individuals are at an increased risk for hypertrophic and hyperpigmented scars (and keloids), in reality most do very well after breast reduction surgery - in my experience. You own personal history with scarring can... more
Steven Turkeltaub, MD

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

www.turkeltaub.com

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Breast reduction and scarring

Being that I am in NYC, I treat patients of all different races. Although darked skinned paitents can have more troublesome scars than say lighter skinned patients, in most cases it is usually not a problem.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Expectations for Scarring after Breast Reduction

Hi there- Without examining you and knowing a lot more about you and your skin, it would be very difficult to responsibly answer your question. The fact is that even with this additional information, the best anyone could do is offer you an educated guess about what your scars would look like- but you can get useful information by looking at a lot of photographs of other patients who have had the same operation by the same surgeon.
Armando Soto, MD

Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

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Breast reduction scarring

Patients with darker skin are at higher risk for formation of hypertrophic or keloidal scars after surgery. These are distinct from one another. The keloid is a benign mass which forms and grows at a surgical scar site whereas hypertrophy indicates a red, thickened scar. Family and personal history are good indicators for the risk. Either condition can be treated, if and when it develops, with Kenalog injections, tape or gel. This is certainly a consideration to discuss with your... more
Robert L. Kraft, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.foresthillsplasticsurgery.com

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Scarring after Breast Reduction?

Thank you for the question. Based on the description of your breast size andyour symptoms you may be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery. This operation is one of the most patient pleasing that we perform. Your plan to lose weight prior to surgery is a good one; this will minimize the chances that you will need further surgery after the breast reduction. Undoubtedly, you are at higher risk for hypertrophic or keloid scar formation given your ethnicity.... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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