Second reduction: If I get another 370g per side taken out (to meet insurance requirements) will I have anything left?

November 27, 2023
Asked By:Phoenix3331 in Rochester, New York

I knew from 2 weeks after my procedure that not enough tissue was taken. I started out a very full 36F and asked my doctor to get me as small as possible, that a D was too big. He said he would shoot for full B/small C. I'm spilling out of a D and none of my physical issues have resolved, let alone now my emotional distress is worse. Insurance requires 370g per side. Realistically can I expect to be able to have that much taken and have anything left? Or should I start saving to pay cash?

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