Hi! I am a 21 yr old woman, my BMI is 24, I workout regularly, but I have DDD breasts. Would I be a possible candidate for a breast reduction? I experience back pain, difficulty working out, it's hard to sleep, I get frequent headaches and my posture could definitely be improved. I would add a photo but I am too nervous to do so. If so, what cup size should I go down to?
Answer: Breast Reduction Hello and thank you for your question.
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Answer: Breast Reduction Hello and thank you for your question.
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May 5, 2020
Answer: Breast reduction Hello. According to the information you wrote, you could be a candidate for a breast reduction. Reducing from DDD to C cup is not an unrealistic expectation. But of course you should discuss the surgical process with a board certified surgeon. Your clinical condition, any disease you have, smoking habits, concerns about future breastfeeding and potential complications should be discussed with your doctor before planning a surgery. Good luck.
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May 5, 2020
Answer: Breast reduction Hello. According to the information you wrote, you could be a candidate for a breast reduction. Reducing from DDD to C cup is not an unrealistic expectation. But of course you should discuss the surgical process with a board certified surgeon. Your clinical condition, any disease you have, smoking habits, concerns about future breastfeeding and potential complications should be discussed with your doctor before planning a surgery. Good luck.
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April 29, 2020
Answer: Breast Reduction Hello! Based on your concerns you are a good candidate for a breast reduction surgery. Without photos it is difficult to day what cup size you can achieve but it is best to discuss this with your chosen surgeon. Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammoplasty, not only reduces the size of the breasts, but makes them firmer, lighter and more proportioned to the rest of the body as well. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals of surgery. I also suggest showing your surgeon "wish photos" of your desired breast size.
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April 29, 2020
Answer: Breast Reduction Hello! Based on your concerns you are a good candidate for a breast reduction surgery. Without photos it is difficult to day what cup size you can achieve but it is best to discuss this with your chosen surgeon. Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammoplasty, not only reduces the size of the breasts, but makes them firmer, lighter and more proportioned to the rest of the body as well. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals of surgery. I also suggest showing your surgeon "wish photos" of your desired breast size.
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April 23, 2020
Answer: Yes! In your case, a lift or reduction can significantly move the breast upward to give them more upper pole fullness with your own tissue. Sometimes, if there's not much firmness or density to the breast and it is mostly just skin, an implant is a good option. It really depends on your examination.
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April 23, 2020
Answer: Yes! In your case, a lift or reduction can significantly move the breast upward to give them more upper pole fullness with your own tissue. Sometimes, if there's not much firmness or density to the breast and it is mostly just skin, an implant is a good option. It really depends on your examination.
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April 22, 2020
Answer: Breast Reduction Keep in mind that breast reduction surgery is also a cosmetic surgery, so if you feel your breasts are too large and you wear a DDD bra, it is likely you are a good candidate anatomically for a breast reduction and could therefore have the procedure. If you are asking if insurance would cover it, then it is much less clear. I can tell you that the pendulum has swung back to most insurance companies being much less permissive or willing to cover the procedure, with strict guidelines about body weight (you seem to be good there) and estimated breast tissue weight to be removed (usually more than a pound per breast, a lot of tissue). Many surgeons like myself don't even take insurance anymore.
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April 22, 2020
Answer: Breast Reduction Keep in mind that breast reduction surgery is also a cosmetic surgery, so if you feel your breasts are too large and you wear a DDD bra, it is likely you are a good candidate anatomically for a breast reduction and could therefore have the procedure. If you are asking if insurance would cover it, then it is much less clear. I can tell you that the pendulum has swung back to most insurance companies being much less permissive or willing to cover the procedure, with strict guidelines about body weight (you seem to be good there) and estimated breast tissue weight to be removed (usually more than a pound per breast, a lot of tissue). Many surgeons like myself don't even take insurance anymore.
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