I am 18. I have saggy boobs, my nipples point down. I'm extremely self conscious about them. I am a 32 DDD or E. I am 5 feet

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I've had saggy boobs forever I want smaller boobs how long is recovery and what is the cost

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the 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. “Typical” patients who present for breast reduction surgery are women who have disproportionately large breasts, causing problems such as neck/back/shoulder discomfort, postural changes, bra strap grooving, skin irritation/rashes under the breasts, and/or difficulty with activities of daily living and/or exercise etc. There may be both physical as well as psychosocial “stress” caused by the disproportionately large breasts.Reducing breast tissue mass and elevating the breasts on the chest wall tend to improve or alleviate many of the symptoms associated with the disproportionately large breasts.Once you have chosen your plastic surgeon carefully, it will be important for you to communicate her goals carefully as well. In my practice, I asked patients to use as many “visual aids”, such as goal photographs, during the communication process. Avoid the use of subjective terms; for example, "C or D cup” and/or “ as small as possible"… these terms can be confusing, since they may mean different things to different people. Once you have communicated your goals, your chosen plastic surgeon will be able to provide you with a more precise plan, including specific technique to be utilized. When it comes to costs of surgery, there may be many “variables” involved. The specific surgeon's credentials/experience level (or lack thereof), the specific geographic area you are looking at, the different operations available, the location of the procedure (quality of surgery facility), type/quality of anesthesia provider… are some of the potential variables involved.  You will find some average costs of surgery on this website and on individual plastic surgeons' websites as well.I hope this, and the attached link (dedicated to breast reduction surgery concerns), helps. Best wishes.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for sharing your concerns with us.After having analyzed all the information sent to us, i can realize that you have a too large and heavy breasts for your weight and height, this produces discomfort and cronic pain in the neck, back and shoulder, and some skin problems under the breasts. Therefore, in the future may cause osteo-articular permanent damage in these areas For these reasons we should consider performing a breast reduction surgery on you.Finally I remind you that you're a teenager, and, for any type of procedure we need a consent of your parents or responsables.Kind Regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Photos would usually help, but by your description, you require a breast reduction.  The fee depends on what needs to be done, so, a physical exam is necessary.  The down time is usually one week.  I use dissolvable sutures and NO drains.  You will need to interview several surgeons for opinions and remember to ask to see actual patient photos in making your decision.Best of luck.Dr. T

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You are likely a candidate for breast reduction and with that, you get a lift as part of the procedure. The fee will vary from surgeon to surgeon.  Best of luck.

Laurence Kirwan, MD, FRCS, FACS · Answer

For large breasts that are sagging, a combination of a breast reduction and a breast lift will lift the breasts so that the nipples are in a normal position. The breasts should then be self-supporting and not rest on your tummy. Surgery will also help to relieve the stress on your shoulders and back. Laurence Kirwan, MD, FRCS, FACS

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