Surgery Dec 20! Go to D or C? 41y 155# 4'11" 34G/H/I (Dep on Bra) Hips 45" Waist 32? (photo)

Congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery. It is one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. It will likely be in your best interest to reach a long-term stable weight prior to proceeding with the surgery. 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 it is very important to... more

A breast reduction is a great way to reduce the overall volume of the breasts as well as lift them and reduce the size of the areola. As for you specific concerns, it is best to address these with your surgeon.

Thank you for the questions and the photos. Your questions are best addressed directly with your plastic surgeon before surgery. In general, the more breast tissue removed the smaller the cup size, and better outcome in terms of your back pain. The surgery has some tradeoffs. less tissue removed may maintain better body balance in terms of shape but you may continue to have back problems. I think you have valid concerns and you need to address these concerns in detail with your... more