What is 700 grams of breast tissue equivalent to? (a med orange, grapefruit, melon etc)

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i recently was evaluated by a PS for a breast reduction and was told 700 grams of breast tissue would be removed. I am little nervous because it sounds like a lot and while I want relief from my symptoms I do not want to be left needing implants. I am trying to determine if I should allow my insurance to cover it and follow their guidelines or just pay for it out of pocket and be able to dictate the size/amount I want. Please help.. I am a saggy 38ddd/f…please help..thank you

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is difficult to determine what would be appropriate for you without an exam. I have taken off as much as 3500 grams per breast on the largest reduction that I have performed.  700 is a reasonable amount for  some , too little for some, and too much for others.

Terry E. Restivo, DO · Answer

700gms of breast tissue varies in size from person to person. Some people have very dense breast tissue(more compact) and in that case the volume of 700gms would be smaller than someone who has less dense breast tissue. The best advice is to ask your surgeon to tell you what he/she thinks you will be left with after removing 700gm. The surgeon usually can make a reasonable guess after he/she examines your breasts. If he/she can't, find another one who can. Hope this helps. :)

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