I am a 38H and would like to be a 38C but wondered how I go about making sure I correctly communicate that with my surgeon to avoid disappointment after the procedure. I met with her once but it was rushed and she just asked what size I wanted , said "wow" then moved on. It felt awkward. Is there a chance I will awake from surgery and be too small? If that happens what do I do?
June 28, 2024
Answer: Communicating breast reduction goals Tank you for your query. The best option for you may be to get 3D pictures of your breasts with morphing , which can give an idea as to the amount of tissue would need to be removed to get you to your desired size. Then you can have a more educated discussion with your surgeon about the possibility of achieving your goals. All the best!
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June 28, 2024
Answer: Communicating breast reduction goals Tank you for your query. The best option for you may be to get 3D pictures of your breasts with morphing , which can give an idea as to the amount of tissue would need to be removed to get you to your desired size. Then you can have a more educated discussion with your surgeon about the possibility of achieving your goals. All the best!
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June 26, 2024
Answer: Breast Reduction sizing issues There has always been a great deal of difficulty talking about breast size after breast reduction. I think talking about bra cup sizes is futile, given bra sizes are non-standardized, the 'correct size' is subjectively determined, and they don't really measure breast volume. I understand your serious concern about not being either too big or too small after surgery. I try to help patients visualize the amount of tissue I could remove by standing in the mirror with them and isolating portions of the breast between my thumb and fingers; the tissue seen within this area could be excised if agreed upon. I also look at patient selected goal photos too, something that is not necessarily problem free, but in aggregate can be helpful. And finally I ask the conceptual question, imagine how much smaller you want to be in percentage points, e.g. 40%, 50%, 60% smaller. Spending time with the patient in this regard is worth it. In the end, getting close or within the immediate 'ballpark', combined with improved breast appearance, symptom reduction, and overall improved body proportion makes for a happy patient 98% of the time.
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June 26, 2024
Answer: Breast Reduction sizing issues There has always been a great deal of difficulty talking about breast size after breast reduction. I think talking about bra cup sizes is futile, given bra sizes are non-standardized, the 'correct size' is subjectively determined, and they don't really measure breast volume. I understand your serious concern about not being either too big or too small after surgery. I try to help patients visualize the amount of tissue I could remove by standing in the mirror with them and isolating portions of the breast between my thumb and fingers; the tissue seen within this area could be excised if agreed upon. I also look at patient selected goal photos too, something that is not necessarily problem free, but in aggregate can be helpful. And finally I ask the conceptual question, imagine how much smaller you want to be in percentage points, e.g. 40%, 50%, 60% smaller. Spending time with the patient in this regard is worth it. In the end, getting close or within the immediate 'ballpark', combined with improved breast appearance, symptom reduction, and overall improved body proportion makes for a happy patient 98% of the time.
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