I am considering a breast reduction. I have breasts that are FF! I am only 23, 5 ft 2, and I weigh about 135 pounds. I have tried to loose weight, but my breast stay large. I have always been self conscious about the way my body looks and would love to have a reduction, but I don't want the ugly scars. Is there any way to have a reduction without large scars? Another concern is my breasts are slightly starting to sag. If I were to leave them this size could they be lifted without scarring?
Answer: Can I avoid breast reduction scars? If you have excess skin and desire a decrease in volume, there is no way to get around having scars. Science has yet to find a way to truly do "scarless" surgery. That being said, most patients are very happy to trade off having scars for an improved breast shape, less aches and pains associated with large droopy breasts, and looking better in clothing, swimming suits, bras, etc. (and maybe even feeling comfortable going bra-less for the first time!)It is best to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who performs breast surgery. You can look photos of typical scars in a wide variety of patients and better understand what to expect and what the trade-offs and risks are.Best wishes,Dr. Michelle Spring
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Can I avoid breast reduction scars? If you have excess skin and desire a decrease in volume, there is no way to get around having scars. Science has yet to find a way to truly do "scarless" surgery. That being said, most patients are very happy to trade off having scars for an improved breast shape, less aches and pains associated with large droopy breasts, and looking better in clothing, swimming suits, bras, etc. (and maybe even feeling comfortable going bra-less for the first time!)It is best to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who performs breast surgery. You can look photos of typical scars in a wide variety of patients and better understand what to expect and what the trade-offs and risks are.Best wishes,Dr. Michelle Spring
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Scarring is likely Hi there, thank you for your question. The general answer to your question is no, unfortunately when you do a breast reduction you are accepting having those scars which typically look like an anchor. For certain patients with very good skin tone, occasionally liposuction and radiofrequency skin tightening can be of value, but it’s never going to get the same result as a true breast reduction.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Scarring is likely Hi there, thank you for your question. The general answer to your question is no, unfortunately when you do a breast reduction you are accepting having those scars which typically look like an anchor. For certain patients with very good skin tone, occasionally liposuction and radiofrequency skin tightening can be of value, but it’s never going to get the same result as a true breast reduction.
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March 14, 2021
Answer: How to avoid breast reduction scars ? Thank you for the questions. With the breast reduction operation, there will be scars but certain measures like atraumatic techniques, suturing in multiple layers, use of absorbable sutures and good care of the wound and scar in post operative period can help reduce the scars. Use of silicone gels on scars can improve the quality of the scars.
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Answer: How to avoid breast reduction scars ? Thank you for the questions. With the breast reduction operation, there will be scars but certain measures like atraumatic techniques, suturing in multiple layers, use of absorbable sutures and good care of the wound and scar in post operative period can help reduce the scars. Use of silicone gels on scars can improve the quality of the scars.
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December 16, 2020
Answer: Not possible without scars Unfortunately, there is no way to lift the breast without scars. it sounds like you are a perfect candidate for a breast reduction and definitely have large enough breasts where you are likely to get covered by insurance, but there is no way to reduce the tissue or lift the breast without scars. The trade off for smaller breasts are scars, yet I can tell you that every breast reduction patient I operate on is so happy with their new smaller size that they don't typically care about the scars. Most of them would tell you that the day after a breast reduction is the first day in their new life, because it is so life changing for so many women. I would ask you to try to not worry so much about the scars. You will see how much better you will feel after the reduction.
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Answer: Not possible without scars Unfortunately, there is no way to lift the breast without scars. it sounds like you are a perfect candidate for a breast reduction and definitely have large enough breasts where you are likely to get covered by insurance, but there is no way to reduce the tissue or lift the breast without scars. The trade off for smaller breasts are scars, yet I can tell you that every breast reduction patient I operate on is so happy with their new smaller size that they don't typically care about the scars. Most of them would tell you that the day after a breast reduction is the first day in their new life, because it is so life changing for so many women. I would ask you to try to not worry so much about the scars. You will see how much better you will feel after the reduction.
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May 22, 2020
Answer: Scars following breast reduction surgery T the trade-off for having smaller breasts are scars. We can use short scar techniques to limit the visible scars under the breast. If you have problems, we do have methods to help or we can revise them a year later. Nearly all scars will fade given sufficient time (years). Some skin types can develop problematic scars such as keloid scars, however this is rare. The vast majority of patients are so much happier with their smaller breasts, (less pain, aches and more comfortable in clothing), that they feel that the scars are a small price to pay.
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Answer: Scars following breast reduction surgery T the trade-off for having smaller breasts are scars. We can use short scar techniques to limit the visible scars under the breast. If you have problems, we do have methods to help or we can revise them a year later. Nearly all scars will fade given sufficient time (years). Some skin types can develop problematic scars such as keloid scars, however this is rare. The vast majority of patients are so much happier with their smaller breasts, (less pain, aches and more comfortable in clothing), that they feel that the scars are a small price to pay.
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January 27, 2020
Answer: Scars after breast reduction Unfortunately incisions are necessary to reduce or lift the breasts.
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Answer: Scars after breast reduction Unfortunately incisions are necessary to reduce or lift the breasts.
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