I have FF to G cup breasts. My surgeon is aware that I would like to be as small as possible so that I can run and wear underwire free sports bras. My breast tissue is glandular that will not be reduced by weight loss. I am 170cm tall and have wide breasts. Is that the problem? I know that a certain amount of tissue needs to be preserved to maintain blood supply. If I the result is wide, flatter breasts that is ok. I am paying for it myself..
Answer: Breast reduction size goals During a breast reduction, the nipple and areola are left attached to some of the underlying breast tissue while much of the rest of the breast tissue is removed. The tissue left attached to the nipple is called the pedicle, and the length and width of the pedicle depend on the patient's measurements. If the pedicle is too long (based on your pre-op measurements) or is made too narrow (by the surgeon during the procedure), there can be inadequate blood flow to the nipple and, in a worse case scenario, the nipple could actually die. When performing a breast reduction, the surgeon takes into consideration the patient's size goals and makes a plan to try to achieve those goals without undue risk of healing problems. I suspect your surgeon felt that a B cup was unattainable because your measurements require a pedicle that will be bulkier than a B cup breast. I suggest talking with your surgeon again to get additional information about why they don't think a B cup is possible and if you're not comfortable with the answer you're given, consider seeing another board certified plastic surgeon for a second opinion.
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Answer: Breast reduction size goals During a breast reduction, the nipple and areola are left attached to some of the underlying breast tissue while much of the rest of the breast tissue is removed. The tissue left attached to the nipple is called the pedicle, and the length and width of the pedicle depend on the patient's measurements. If the pedicle is too long (based on your pre-op measurements) or is made too narrow (by the surgeon during the procedure), there can be inadequate blood flow to the nipple and, in a worse case scenario, the nipple could actually die. When performing a breast reduction, the surgeon takes into consideration the patient's size goals and makes a plan to try to achieve those goals without undue risk of healing problems. I suspect your surgeon felt that a B cup was unattainable because your measurements require a pedicle that will be bulkier than a B cup breast. I suggest talking with your surgeon again to get additional information about why they don't think a B cup is possible and if you're not comfortable with the answer you're given, consider seeing another board certified plastic surgeon for a second opinion.
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February 9, 2014
Answer: Why won't my surgeon reduce my breast size to a B cup? Congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery. This operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Based on your question, it sounds like you are already aware of some of the concerns surrounding significant breast reduction surgery. Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure it will be very important to select your plastic surgeon carefully and communicate your size goals with your surgeon. Most patients wish to achieve a enough of a reduction to help with their symptoms while remaining proportionate with the remainder of their torso.
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February 9, 2014
Answer: Why won't my surgeon reduce my breast size to a B cup? Congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery. This operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Based on your question, it sounds like you are already aware of some of the concerns surrounding significant breast reduction surgery. Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure it will be very important to select your plastic surgeon carefully and communicate your size goals with your surgeon. Most patients wish to achieve a enough of a reduction to help with their symptoms while remaining proportionate with the remainder of their torso.
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Answer: Size following breast reduction Your question is one of the most common questions asked regarding breast reduction. There is always a compromise over size reduction and aesthetic result.The more one reduces the size of breasts, the more skin and breast tissue needs to be removed and the more the blood supply to the nipple and areola is reduced. Creating a flatter breast is certainly possible but may compromise the aesthetic appearance. Depending on how much you wish to reduce you may wish to consider a breast reduction that involves removal of the nipple areola complex completely and placing it on the new breast - called a free nipple areola graft.It is important that you are aware of the pros and cons of all these procedures and consult with a PS that can show you different results of his/hers that are similar to you so that you can make an informed decision as to the best treatment option and you can make an informed decision
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Answer: Size following breast reduction Your question is one of the most common questions asked regarding breast reduction. There is always a compromise over size reduction and aesthetic result.The more one reduces the size of breasts, the more skin and breast tissue needs to be removed and the more the blood supply to the nipple and areola is reduced. Creating a flatter breast is certainly possible but may compromise the aesthetic appearance. Depending on how much you wish to reduce you may wish to consider a breast reduction that involves removal of the nipple areola complex completely and placing it on the new breast - called a free nipple areola graft.It is important that you are aware of the pros and cons of all these procedures and consult with a PS that can show you different results of his/hers that are similar to you so that you can make an informed decision as to the best treatment option and you can make an informed decision
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April 7, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction size Size after breast reduction is somewhat difficult to predict in many cases, as patients often do not have a clear understanding of what it means to go down to a size like a B cup. Women who are accustomed to very heavy, large breasts or who are overweight may feel their breasts are too small after a reduction, even if the cup size was "agreed upon" (there should never be a direct explicit guarantee of a postop breast size) and matches the bra that the patient can obtain postop. If the volume is inadequate to support reasonable cleavage, and especially if nipple blood supply is compromised, it does no good to have an arbitrary cup size if the breast doesn't generally look good or there are major healing problems from nipple loss. It is easier to further reduce a breast than to add volume back, so your surgeon may be thinking along those lines based on experience.
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April 7, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction size Size after breast reduction is somewhat difficult to predict in many cases, as patients often do not have a clear understanding of what it means to go down to a size like a B cup. Women who are accustomed to very heavy, large breasts or who are overweight may feel their breasts are too small after a reduction, even if the cup size was "agreed upon" (there should never be a direct explicit guarantee of a postop breast size) and matches the bra that the patient can obtain postop. If the volume is inadequate to support reasonable cleavage, and especially if nipple blood supply is compromised, it does no good to have an arbitrary cup size if the breast doesn't generally look good or there are major healing problems from nipple loss. It is easier to further reduce a breast than to add volume back, so your surgeon may be thinking along those lines based on experience.
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June 14, 2014
Answer: Reduction surgery You should be able to find a surgeon that will work with you on this, especially since you are paying for it. You already are quite informed about the procedure but aggressive resections can be done to 'approximate' your results. If you remain larger than a desired B cup, realize revisions will be needed so know your surgeon's revision policy. If your surgeon refuses to accommodate your desires, there are plenty of others that would be happy to have you as a patient.
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June 14, 2014
Answer: Reduction surgery You should be able to find a surgeon that will work with you on this, especially since you are paying for it. You already are quite informed about the procedure but aggressive resections can be done to 'approximate' your results. If you remain larger than a desired B cup, realize revisions will be needed so know your surgeon's revision policy. If your surgeon refuses to accommodate your desires, there are plenty of others that would be happy to have you as a patient.
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