What is the average cost for breast reductions in San Diego and LA?

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I am a young female looking into getting a breast reduction. 27 yr old 5'0 ft and 105 lbs right now my breasts are about a 32-34 DD and I'm hoping to go down to a small C or full B. I have large breasts with asymmetry. I have also had one reduction before and the operative reports for the procedure.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello! The average costs can range from $4500 to $12000. I will attach a link where you can locate costs and a surgeon near you. It is important to interview a few #Board #Certified #plastic #surgeons. Schedule evaluations, discuss your desires and any concerns. Request to see some before and after photos of clients. Also ask for client testimonies. When you choose your PS, make sure you feel comfortable and have confidence in them. Best Wishes to you!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question. It is very helpful that you have a copy of the previous breast reduction operas report;  this will help your plastic surgeon plan the operation and help him/her  avoid complications. Based on your description, repeat breast reduction surgery will help you achieve your size goals and improve symmetry.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, insurance company involvement… 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.
In regards to outcome of the planned procedure, more important than costs of the procedures will be careful selection of your plastic surgeon. I would suggest starting with the American Society of Plastic Surgery and/or the Aesthetic Society of Plastic Surgery to obtain a list of well experienced board-certified plastic surgeons.
Then, I would suggest you visit a few surgeons whose practices concentrate on aesthetic surgery. Ask to SEE lots of examples of their work AND preferably speak/see patients who have had similar procedures done.

Be very careful with your decision-making. You will find, while doing your due diligence, that there are many different “specialties” who will offer their services to you; again, I strongly recommend you concentrate on surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
In regards to breast size desired, careful communication will be key. In my practice the use of goal pictures are helpful in this regard; a discussion of cup size can be confusing and imprecise. Therefore, I would not suggest that you communicate your goals and/or base your satisfaction with the outcome of surgery on achieving a specific cup size. For example, a "full B or small C cup" may mean different things to different people. I also find that the use of pictures is more helpful than the words “natural” or "proportionate” etc., which can (again) mean different things to different people. Many of my patients choose to have enough breast tissue removed to help alleviate symptoms while retaining enough breast tissue to remain proportionate to the remainder of their torso. Again, preoperative communication will be critical. I hope this, and the attached link (dedicated to breast reduction surgery concerns) helps. Best wishes.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS · Answer

Breast Reduction like other cosmetic surgery varies considerably across the country and even in the same area. South Florida tends to have lower fees then more expensive areas such as New York or Los Angeles. We charge starting at $5000 + MD Anesthesia related costs for breast reduction.  Since you can get quality work at lower costs, patients will travel from throughout the state, the country, and internationally to have surgery in South Florida. To ensure that you are receiving quality work at the most cost effective prices, consult with board certified plastic surgeons that own their own nationally accredited facilities. The quality must be maintained at the highest level to maintain accreditation. The surgeons also have incentive to hire and train quality staff (to ensure that surgery is efficient and enjoyable), to ensure comfortable and private facilities (to encourage referral), and to eliminate waste (to ensure that these facilities can compete effectively).Consult with 3 experienced and expert board certified plastic surgeons to understand your options.

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