My breast are a little larger than a DDD with severe asymmetry. I want my insurance to approve coverage. According to the Schnur Sliding Scale I would need to remove 527 grams. What size will my breast be?
July 31, 2017
Answer: If I get a breast reduction what size will my breasts by? Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. There is no direct correlation between the amount of tissue removed and the ultimate cup size that a patient will wear after breast reduction surgery. Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure it will be very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon (who you should choose very carefully). Most patients wish to achieve enough of a reduction to help with their symptoms while remaining proportionate with the remainder of their torso. With the goal of improving communication with my patients I find the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or “C or D cup” means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. Best wishes with your breast reduction procedure; hopefully you will be very pleased with the outcome of the procedure performed.
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July 31, 2017
Answer: If I get a breast reduction what size will my breasts by? Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. There is no direct correlation between the amount of tissue removed and the ultimate cup size that a patient will wear after breast reduction surgery. Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure it will be very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon (who you should choose very carefully). Most patients wish to achieve enough of a reduction to help with their symptoms while remaining proportionate with the remainder of their torso. With the goal of improving communication with my patients I find the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “natural” or “C or D cup” means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate. Best wishes with your breast reduction procedure; hopefully you will be very pleased with the outcome of the procedure performed.
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August 1, 2017
Answer: Breast reduction 527 g - what size will you be? Hello and thank you for your excellent question. I am glad you have done your research to see specifically what will be required for your breast reduction to be covered by insurance. Unfortunately, without photos or an estimate of your current breast volume, I have no ability to estimate what your breast size will be after a 527 g reduction on each side. Ideally, an in-person evaluation will help to answer your question, as well as your suitability for the procedure. Preoperative visualization and surgical simulation with the Crisalix system may help with your decision. I suggest that you find a board-certified plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of patients who have had similar procedures. Good luck! Best, Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS Harvard educated plastic surgeon Texas “Top Doc
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August 1, 2017
Answer: Breast reduction 527 g - what size will you be? Hello and thank you for your excellent question. I am glad you have done your research to see specifically what will be required for your breast reduction to be covered by insurance. Unfortunately, without photos or an estimate of your current breast volume, I have no ability to estimate what your breast size will be after a 527 g reduction on each side. Ideally, an in-person evaluation will help to answer your question, as well as your suitability for the procedure. Preoperative visualization and surgical simulation with the Crisalix system may help with your decision. I suggest that you find a board-certified plastic surgeon with whom you are comfortable. Be sure to have all of your questions answered during a face-to-face meeting with your surgeon, and review before and after pictures of patients who have had similar procedures. Good luck! Best, Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS Harvard educated plastic surgeon Texas “Top Doc
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