Can Photofacial Help Reduce Breast Reduction Scars?
August 5, 2008
Asked By:Marie941 in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
I had a breast reduction done about 4 years ago and am left with scars on my breasts. I've been to a medical spa and they've said a series of photo facial will improve the appearance. Is this true? Can photo facial help improve the appearnce of scars left from surgery? If not, whats my best bet?
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December 28, 2008
Answer: Breast Reduction Scars: Postoperative Correction Options
Scars from breast reduction mostly have to do with your genetics and the surgical technique. Compression and taping are tools that help manage swelling, support the healing process, and improve scar appearance, but the exact protocol may vary based on individual circumstances or surgeon...
At 5'3 and 205 lbs., your BMI is 36, which puts you at a high risk for surgery. Also, if you are only a size D then it is unlikely that insurance will cover a breast reduction. What you have described is mostly saggy breasts, which is never covered by insurance. Unfortunately, you have not...
To keep the nipple area alive, enough breast tissue must be kept. This limits how small one can go with a reduction. If you want to be a B or A cup, the free nipple graft is the safest option. However, you will sacrifice function and sensation with a graft. Most women do not regain sensation....