Am i able to get a breast reduction when I have severe chest acne?

I think staples are used for a quick and easy closure and most plastic surgeon would not use them on a breast. If you leave them on long enough for them to really hold the skin together, they leave scars. If you take them out after a few days, then the incision does not have the proper amount of...

You have a number of steristrips in place over the incision and these all seem to be in place. If there is glue over the incision I would not be concerned about it peeling off after 3 weeks. Both liquiband and dermabond can stay visible for some time but the effect is negligible at 3 weeks. The...

If you are referring to insurance predetermination for breast reduction it can depend on your state and particular health plan. Blue Cross in our state can take up to 60 days to respond, an HMO can very quick.

Thank you for your question. Based on your description you may be an excellent candidate for breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform.  I would suggest that you do your due diligence and select your plastic surgeon carefully...

You are probably a candidate, but insurance policies can differ. See a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that specializes in breast surgery to help you get authorization, they know how to help you jump through all the required hoops. If you should get denied, ask your surgeon to appeal your case,...

It is possible to get a breast reduction at 16 with parental consent, however most insurance companies will not cover it until you are 18 as it is possible that you are still developing. See a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon that specializes in breast surgery who will be able to explain all your...