What is the best method to get rid of axillary breast tissue and price range? (photos)

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I'm a very athletic built woman. I'm 5"7, 140lbs, I have so much extra breast in my armpit it is completely embarrassing. When I get measured my cup is a size a, but I have to go up a cup because if not all of my excessive breast tissue would be out. It also goes all the way around to my back. I've read about micro liposuction for this area, I just don't know what to do.

John LoMonaco, MD, FACS · Answer

Because there is excess fat and excess skin, the best way to get the area looking better is to remove that toissue using a  hidden incision.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

this area can be improved with vaser hi def liposuction although sometimes skin removal works best but is way more aggressive and leaves scars.  Please see an expert.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

I have treated these areas many times with excellent results. Proceed with liposuction first but make sure your surgeon is very experienced. If you're not completely satisfied after 3 months of healing then proceed with skin excision to contour the skin over the new lesser volume.

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

Breast tissue is very dense and does not come out like fat does with liposuction. To fully get rid of this axillary breast tissue, it would need to be excised. This will leave a scar and sometimes that can be more bothersome to patients then the excess tissue was. The cost varies from PS to PS. If you go for a consultation, you will receive a quote before you leave.

Mark A. Schusterman, MD, FACS · Answer

If it is indeed breast tissue and not fat it would be best for you to have it excised by direct excision.  If the tissue is mostly fat liposuction will be sufficient.   A full evaluation by a board certified plastic surgeon would be the best solution.

What is the best method to get rid of axillary breast tissue and price range? (photos)

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