I already have a recommendation from my PC doc for a reduction. I'm 5'7 around 170lbs and my cup size is between a 36HH or I. I haven't been able to get a clear measurement because places don't sell my waist and cup size together. I haven't been able to find a bra that lasts more than 3mo and at $60 or more a bra, it's getting ridiculous. I'm 23 years old and have been at a F or bigger since I was 16. Any advice would help! Thank you!
June 12, 2017
Answer: What breast size is ideal for my height and weight? "Ideal breast size" is really a range of size. It depends on your anatomy, your wishes, what you do for work and play, etc. I think before and after photos are very useful for patients as long as the before photos is one that looks a lot like you do now. I like patients to bring these in at the time of consultation. I also have about a bajillion photos in my photo book I can show patients. Also, bra sizes are all over the place and I can never guarantee a specific bra size. It sounds to me like you would benefit a lot from a reduction. The trade offs would include scars and the likely inability to breast feed a baby. The scars are where the sun doesn't shine in most swimwear and breast feeding, IMO, is overrated and should not discourage you from looking into a reduction. It really can be life changing!
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June 12, 2017
Answer: What breast size is ideal for my height and weight? "Ideal breast size" is really a range of size. It depends on your anatomy, your wishes, what you do for work and play, etc. I think before and after photos are very useful for patients as long as the before photos is one that looks a lot like you do now. I like patients to bring these in at the time of consultation. I also have about a bajillion photos in my photo book I can show patients. Also, bra sizes are all over the place and I can never guarantee a specific bra size. It sounds to me like you would benefit a lot from a reduction. The trade offs would include scars and the likely inability to breast feed a baby. The scars are where the sun doesn't shine in most swimwear and breast feeding, IMO, is overrated and should not discourage you from looking into a reduction. It really can be life changing!
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June 9, 2017
Answer: What breast size is ideal for my height and weight? I'm afraid it's a misconception to think surgeons can reduce a large breast to fit a specific bra size. I prefer to have patients bring in photos of surgical patients that have a proportionate postop look they find pleasing and then we discuss the surgery in detail and also whether we can get close to a look that is similar to their goal look IF that is a realistic result for the specific patient. Keep in mind the primary goal is a result that is comfortable.
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June 9, 2017
Answer: What breast size is ideal for my height and weight? I'm afraid it's a misconception to think surgeons can reduce a large breast to fit a specific bra size. I prefer to have patients bring in photos of surgical patients that have a proportionate postop look they find pleasing and then we discuss the surgery in detail and also whether we can get close to a look that is similar to their goal look IF that is a realistic result for the specific patient. Keep in mind the primary goal is a result that is comfortable.
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