Breast Reduction Size After 350 Gram Removal?

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I am a 38dd and my ins approved a breast reduction 350 grams from one side and 400 from the other im 5"6 170 lbs i told the Dr i do not want to b smaller then a C cup with this many grams removed what size would i be?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Breast Reduction is a complicated procedure that is best done by those with the most training and experience. It is very difficult to determine the resultant cup size and shape based solely on the number of grams that are removed from your breast to best match your ideal breast image without an examination by a board certified plastic surgeon. Not just any board certified plastic surgeon, but one with many years of frequently performing breast reduction and lift surgeries, including different approaches, techniques and even fat transfer and implant choices if you are lacking superior breast fullness.This is because several measurements—not to mention breast characteristics such as density—are needed to determine how much and where to remove breast tissue to meet your goals. Without knowing your existing breast shape, dimensions, and the density of your breast tissue, it would be difficult to make this determination. For example, the same volume of breast tissue will weigh different amounts (measured in ounces or grams) in different people depending on its density. The existing base width of your breast and what you will ultimately want to look like will determine, in many cases, the maximal volume and weight that will need to be removed for the best result.Please click on the link below for more information!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.

	Online consultants will not be of help to you when it comes to predicting what cup size you will be after removal of a certain amount of weight, during breast reduction surgery.
	In-person consultation  and a full communication of your goals will be necessary to provide  you with a meaningful response. I would suggest that you meet with well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons, communicate your goals clearly (I prefer the use of goal pictures) and consider the pros/cons/potential risks/complications associated with breast reduction surgery carefully.

	In my practice, the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) is very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or "D cup” etc means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful.

	Many patients decide to reduce the breasts enough to help alleviate symptoms caused by larger breasts while maintaining enough breast tissue to remain proportionate to the remainder of their torso.
	Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Without an exam it is difficult to say what would be appropriate. I think I answered this question before in another query.

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