Should I tell my surgeon the exact cup size I want to be? I want my breast to be proportionate to my body but I also want the smallest cup possible. I have experienced years of excruciating back pain. I am 26...42DDD around 230 lbs. The surgeon said that he just makes the breast proportionate to the patients body...as cup sizes vary depending on the brand etc. Is that normal? I am going to schedule a re-discussion with him. What are some questions I should ask him?
Answer: I had a consultation with my surgeon and it seemed somewhat rushed. I still feel like there's more I should know. The best way to determine what your breast size should be with respect to your anatomy and give true advice would be another discussion with your board certified plastic surgeon. Not only does proportion depend upon the aesthetic balance of your breasts with your shoulders, waist, hips, and buttocks, but also upon your objectives, active lifestyle, soft tissue quality, muscular anatomy, and long-term concerns. A breast reduction also includes a breast lift.
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Answer: I had a consultation with my surgeon and it seemed somewhat rushed. I still feel like there's more I should know. The best way to determine what your breast size should be with respect to your anatomy and give true advice would be another discussion with your board certified plastic surgeon. Not only does proportion depend upon the aesthetic balance of your breasts with your shoulders, waist, hips, and buttocks, but also upon your objectives, active lifestyle, soft tissue quality, muscular anatomy, and long-term concerns. A breast reduction also includes a breast lift.
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Answer: Communication issues Breast reduction is a very customized surgery, and every body type will have a significant range of sizes that can be proportionate depending on what the patient’s personal goals are. Some reduction patients prefer to be as small as possible for maximum weight reduction, while others wish to maintain a fuller breast size for their personal aesthetic reasons. If you feel your surgeon has a “one size fits all” mentality, or doesn’t really explore what your personal aesthetic / goals are, I would advise you to be very cautious and would likely recommend a second opinion. Alternatively, you could go back and discuss size and aesthetics further with your surgeon, but if this visit feels rushed or incomplete again, take that as a sign to seek help elsewhere. I personally have patients show me photos from my website photo gallery drrobertcohen.com so I know what they have in mind for a final result, and although two patients can’t be matched exactly, I will at least go into surgery knowing what my patient likes so I can match them as closely as possible for their anatomy. Best, -RC
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September 1, 2020
Answer: Communication issues Breast reduction is a very customized surgery, and every body type will have a significant range of sizes that can be proportionate depending on what the patient’s personal goals are. Some reduction patients prefer to be as small as possible for maximum weight reduction, while others wish to maintain a fuller breast size for their personal aesthetic reasons. If you feel your surgeon has a “one size fits all” mentality, or doesn’t really explore what your personal aesthetic / goals are, I would advise you to be very cautious and would likely recommend a second opinion. Alternatively, you could go back and discuss size and aesthetics further with your surgeon, but if this visit feels rushed or incomplete again, take that as a sign to seek help elsewhere. I personally have patients show me photos from my website photo gallery drrobertcohen.com so I know what they have in mind for a final result, and although two patients can’t be matched exactly, I will at least go into surgery knowing what my patient likes so I can match them as closely as possible for their anatomy. Best, -RC
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August 30, 2020
Answer: How to help your surgeon to select appropriate breast cup size That is one of the most critical aspects of breast reduction. There is nothing accurately measurable with breast surgery since cup sizes are not volume dependant and they are so different based on bra manufacturer. You have to make an effort to imagine the size you would like and guide your surgeon to provide close to desired result. In some offices there may be a 3D imaging software where surgery result may be simulated to give patient and surgeon an idea about final size. Considering your current size and BMI you should expect larger breast. However, larger breast also mean more sagging in the future, so be prepared to have revision once your body weight goes down. Good luck.
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August 30, 2020
Answer: How to help your surgeon to select appropriate breast cup size That is one of the most critical aspects of breast reduction. There is nothing accurately measurable with breast surgery since cup sizes are not volume dependant and they are so different based on bra manufacturer. You have to make an effort to imagine the size you would like and guide your surgeon to provide close to desired result. In some offices there may be a 3D imaging software where surgery result may be simulated to give patient and surgeon an idea about final size. Considering your current size and BMI you should expect larger breast. However, larger breast also mean more sagging in the future, so be prepared to have revision once your body weight goes down. Good luck.
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