I’m 5’2” and have lost 15 pounds in the past 2 months. Currently 200lbs and I want to lose at least 30 more pounds. Should I have my surgery first or weight till I’m closer to my goal weight? My doctor said do it now. I’ve always had large breasts. Was a 32 DDD in high school and now am around 38/40 G (29). My biggest concern having the surgery then losing 30 pounds and my breast becoming even smaller. Any suggestions would be great!
June 15, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction before or after weight loss??? My recommendation would be to continue to lose weight and once you achieve your goal consider surgery. In addition to volume reduction, there are significant skin changes that occur after weight loss. When performed before, the cosmetic outcome of a previous breast reduction may significantly change.
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June 15, 2022
Answer: Breast reduction before or after weight loss??? My recommendation would be to continue to lose weight and once you achieve your goal consider surgery. In addition to volume reduction, there are significant skin changes that occur after weight loss. When performed before, the cosmetic outcome of a previous breast reduction may significantly change.
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May 27, 2022
Answer: Should I lose weight before or after my breast reduction surgery? Hello @Elle_C thank you for your question and showing your pictures. Yes, it is beneficial to lose weight before surgery if your goal is to be slimmer. The reason is that when you have breast surgery and then there is a significant reduction in body weight, you lose weight in all parts of the body, including the breasts. The breasts are composed of glandular and fat, and when the fat of the breast decreases the fat of the breast, it decreases and this can lead to the breast begin to fall or become a little flaccid. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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May 27, 2022
Answer: Should I lose weight before or after my breast reduction surgery? Hello @Elle_C thank you for your question and showing your pictures. Yes, it is beneficial to lose weight before surgery if your goal is to be slimmer. The reason is that when you have breast surgery and then there is a significant reduction in body weight, you lose weight in all parts of the body, including the breasts. The breasts are composed of glandular and fat, and when the fat of the breast decreases the fat of the breast, it decreases and this can lead to the breast begin to fall or become a little flaccid. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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May 24, 2022
Answer: Liposuction of breasts or Bellesoma Breast Reduction At 5'2 and 200 lbs, your BMI is 36 which puts you at high risk for complications. You may benefit from liposuction of the breasts. This can be done to take off the weight safely since the incisions are quite small. The other option is to continue to lose weight and get down to approximately 175 lbs. Once you get to this weight, you would be a candidate for The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained.
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May 24, 2022
Answer: Liposuction of breasts or Bellesoma Breast Reduction At 5'2 and 200 lbs, your BMI is 36 which puts you at high risk for complications. You may benefit from liposuction of the breasts. This can be done to take off the weight safely since the incisions are quite small. The other option is to continue to lose weight and get down to approximately 175 lbs. Once you get to this weight, you would be a candidate for The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained.
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