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?
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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August 30, 2020
Answer: Choosing a surgeon Dear msglamourlife, finding the right Dr. is extremely challenging especially with the number of online platforms and resources available. There a lot of great Dr's available. Make sure he/she is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Definitely check to make sure your choice specializes in the procedure you want and spend the time to read through patient testimonials. There is a number of different sites where you can check for reviews (Realself, yelp, google, etc.).You can always pick up the phone and call around also, find an office you feel comfortable with and set up a few consultations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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August 30, 2020
Answer: Choosing a surgeon Dear msglamourlife, finding the right Dr. is extremely challenging especially with the number of online platforms and resources available. There a lot of great Dr's available. Make sure he/she is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Definitely check to make sure your choice specializes in the procedure you want and spend the time to read through patient testimonials. There is a number of different sites where you can check for reviews (Realself, yelp, google, etc.).You can always pick up the phone and call around also, find an office you feel comfortable with and set up a few consultations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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