I may lose the weight the natural way or by gastric bypass. Will my breasts look funny after? Less firm or mishapen? I am having the breast reduction first (for now) because I got approved so quickly. I don't know if I have the choice to lose the weight first. I will be going from a 40DDD to a D so to speak. I am 5'3" and currently weight 195 lbs. I have severe back problems so losing it naturally may not be an option. I just want to know how they'll look. Thanks!
March 24, 2015
Answer: Weight loss after a breast reduction Losing a large amount of weight such as 60-70 lbs after a reduction definitely puts you at risk of having your breast appear more saggy and flat on top. The reason for this is that the breast is comprised of a great deal of fatty tissue in the typical patient, and weight loss will cause this fat to shrink in size. If/when you undergo your reduction first, the skin will be a good fit for the amount of breast tissue present after the surgery, but if the amount of tissue decreases then there will be too much skin, thus a "saggy" appearance. While there is always the chance that your skin may have some elasticity and tighten up some with your weight loss, a lot of people have a very deflated looking upper breast area after losing weight. The best thing to do may be to see how this fits into your overall long term plan, and proceed accordingly - don't be in a rush to have surgery if the results will not be ideal.
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March 24, 2015
Answer: Weight loss after a breast reduction Losing a large amount of weight such as 60-70 lbs after a reduction definitely puts you at risk of having your breast appear more saggy and flat on top. The reason for this is that the breast is comprised of a great deal of fatty tissue in the typical patient, and weight loss will cause this fat to shrink in size. If/when you undergo your reduction first, the skin will be a good fit for the amount of breast tissue present after the surgery, but if the amount of tissue decreases then there will be too much skin, thus a "saggy" appearance. While there is always the chance that your skin may have some elasticity and tighten up some with your weight loss, a lot of people have a very deflated looking upper breast area after losing weight. The best thing to do may be to see how this fits into your overall long term plan, and proceed accordingly - don't be in a rush to have surgery if the results will not be ideal.
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July 22, 2018
Answer: Weightloss after BBR Breasts are part fat, so if you loose a lot of weight, your breast will change shape.If you have a reduction now, your plastic surgeon will make your breasts the best for your weight now, when you loose weight you will also loose volume, so I am afraid the result will be lost.Best of luck
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July 22, 2018
Answer: Weightloss after BBR Breasts are part fat, so if you loose a lot of weight, your breast will change shape.If you have a reduction now, your plastic surgeon will make your breasts the best for your weight now, when you loose weight you will also loose volume, so I am afraid the result will be lost.Best of luck
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