I had a reduction mammoplasty procedure last year. Age: 59; height: 5’6; weight: 161 lbs; BMI: 26.79; BSA: 1.83. He removed roughly 750 gms from each side. I’m left with such a small amount that I can’t even fill an A cup! What are your thoughts? How do I make sense of what he did and why he did it?
Answer: Breast reduction Thanks for your question! Your PS may have taken that amount because of insurance requirements. I would suggest following up with your surgeon and asking why he took what he did. There are always options for revision if you'd like to add a little more volume. Good luck!
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Answer: Breast reduction Thanks for your question! Your PS may have taken that amount because of insurance requirements. I would suggest following up with your surgeon and asking why he took what he did. There are always options for revision if you'd like to add a little more volume. Good luck!
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Answer: Reduction I suspect your surgeon was required to remove a certain amount of tissue from each breast in order for the insurance company to cover the procedure. Anything less would have not been covered. The more overweight you are, the more tissue is required to be removed. For now, you could consider an augmentation to achieve the size you want. With an implant placed behind your muscle, you could also get more upper breast fullness. Many reduction ladies do choose implants for best results. Go back and discuss your concerns and options.
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Answer: Reduction I suspect your surgeon was required to remove a certain amount of tissue from each breast in order for the insurance company to cover the procedure. Anything less would have not been covered. The more overweight you are, the more tissue is required to be removed. For now, you could consider an augmentation to achieve the size you want. With an implant placed behind your muscle, you could also get more upper breast fullness. Many reduction ladies do choose implants for best results. Go back and discuss your concerns and options.
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December 12, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. The amount to be removed is typically discussed with the patient prior to surgery as well as general expected results. If your reduction was covered by your insurance company, they may have determined the minimum that had to be removed for coverage.
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December 12, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. The amount to be removed is typically discussed with the patient prior to surgery as well as general expected results. If your reduction was covered by your insurance company, they may have determined the minimum that had to be removed for coverage.
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December 2, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction Thank you for your question. In my opinion, your surgeon did a good job. Only thing I can advice is to remove fat from your belly with liposuction and add it to your breasts to make them fuller. Fat transfer will help you tremendously. Best wishes.
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December 2, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction Thank you for your question. In my opinion, your surgeon did a good job. Only thing I can advice is to remove fat from your belly with liposuction and add it to your breasts to make them fuller. Fat transfer will help you tremendously. Best wishes.
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November 30, 2022
Answer: Breast Reduction Hi there, Thanks for your photos and question. I think what you are looking for is more volume up top, which would involve the additional of a breast implant. Unfortunetly during mastopexy (breast reduction) the surgeon can only work with the tissue you have available. At this stage if you are looking for a larger cup size and fullness I would reccomend an implant. I hope that helps!
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November 30, 2022
Answer: Breast Reduction Hi there, Thanks for your photos and question. I think what you are looking for is more volume up top, which would involve the additional of a breast implant. Unfortunetly during mastopexy (breast reduction) the surgeon can only work with the tissue you have available. At this stage if you are looking for a larger cup size and fullness I would reccomend an implant. I hope that helps!
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