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Hi, thank you for sharing your question. Certain physical exam findings may suggest that you are at high risk for a FNG, however, this is not a predetermined fact. While I advise all of my patients about this risk, the vast majority who share your body type have avoided a FNG.
The short answer is probably NOT. AFTER 2000 breast reductions only 3 required free nipple grafting. The superior medial pedicle technique is very reliable. If the nipple becomes compromised, convert at the time of closure. Don’t start out accepting failure. Go for broke with a backup plan.
Enthusiastic484638, Free nipple grafts are done when the blood flow to the nipple in a breast reduction surgery will be so compromised that your surgeon is worried about the health of the nipple. That happens when too little tissue is left behind to ensure enough blood vessels can be preserved....
Dear Spongebob7488, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Generally speaking, it is possible to reduce breasts and to keep the implants if they are not old. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough...
Uncontrolled/poorly controlled diabetes is a risk for actor for surgical complications. HbA1C is an excellent marker of long term blood sugar control. The goal is a Hb A1C lower than 7. A reduction is an elective procedure. Like all elective procedures, it should be delayed until a patient is...
Fotamat, Thanks for your question. After extensive scarring, the breast skin around the breast tissue will be quite tight. If you plan on excising the scar, you will eventually need to remove/reduce the breast tissue to allow the skin to close. So yes, you will end up with slightly smaller...
It is highly unlikely that any insurance company will pay for breast surgery that is not medically necessary. You can contact your insurance carrier and/or your primary care physician for information regarding qualifying criteria.
Unfortunately, you have not provided any photographs. At size 30 F or G, each 100 grams of breast tissue removed corresponds to 1 cup size change. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reduce and reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants,...
