Starting about 6 months ago I was not able to run anymore due to my breasts. I want my life back! 1) I want to reduce form 32G to 32C/D, but I’m wondering if it might be better in the long run to remove as much tissue as possible and then go with an implant to prevent further increase than to have a basic reduction? 2) If you would recommend a radical reduction with implant what kind of implant would you recommend for an active person and would you recommend it above or below muscle? Thank you!
June 4, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction and implant? A breast reduction is meant to decrease volume of the breast tissue. Its added benefit is a lift as breast tissue is removed as well as skin. A breast lift does not usually remove much breast tissue, and does not significantly change the size or the weight of the breast. Personally I would not recommend removing tissue only to replace it with an implant. Implants are not meant to last forever, and most people do not require a second reduction in their life, unless their weight significantly changes. You do not list your age, but you should anticipate implants to require another procedure in about 10 years. I think your odds of preventing future breast surgeries are better with a regular reduction and no implant, than to remove too much and replace it with an implant.
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June 4, 2014
Answer: Breast reduction and implant? A breast reduction is meant to decrease volume of the breast tissue. Its added benefit is a lift as breast tissue is removed as well as skin. A breast lift does not usually remove much breast tissue, and does not significantly change the size or the weight of the breast. Personally I would not recommend removing tissue only to replace it with an implant. Implants are not meant to last forever, and most people do not require a second reduction in their life, unless their weight significantly changes. You do not list your age, but you should anticipate implants to require another procedure in about 10 years. I think your odds of preventing future breast surgeries are better with a regular reduction and no implant, than to remove too much and replace it with an implant.
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June 6, 2014
Answer: Reduction Your question is very insightful. I'm not sure what you mean by "radical resection" . What about the nipple? I like Dr. Seckel's idea. Why not just start with a regular reduction and see how it goes?
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June 6, 2014
Answer: Reduction Your question is very insightful. I'm not sure what you mean by "radical resection" . What about the nipple? I like Dr. Seckel's idea. Why not just start with a regular reduction and see how it goes?
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