I am 35 years old, 133 pounds, 5'6" and I am currently a 36DDD. I am ready to go through with reduction surgery after years of back, neck and shoulder pain but I am wondering about the size I should go down to......I'm not exactly small framed, more average to wide shouldered and my feeling is a D cup would be the most flattering, but a lot of people have told me I should go smaller. I'm afraid to go too small, any advice on this? I attached pictures to give you an idea of my size. Thanks!!
Answer: Breast Reduction Honestly, this is the kind of question that requires an in person exam. It is up to your surgeon to look at your body type and assess how much breast volume to remove to give you smaller breasts that are still in proportion to your body. So, I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area (link below) to discuss your options. Best, Dr. Nazarian
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Answer: Breast Reduction Honestly, this is the kind of question that requires an in person exam. It is up to your surgeon to look at your body type and assess how much breast volume to remove to give you smaller breasts that are still in proportion to your body. So, I would advise you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area (link below) to discuss your options. Best, Dr. Nazarian
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December 15, 2015
Answer: Choosing a desired breast size during breast reduction surgery Hi VipergirlThe most important factor is choosing the appropriate breast size is to have an adequate reduction to treat your back, neck, and shoulder pain. To achieve adequate volume loss would generally require that you reduce your breasts to a small D cup or less. How much less would depend on you aesthetic goals. This is something that should be discussed during a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. I hope this is helpful. Good luck on your surgery.
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December 15, 2015
Answer: Choosing a desired breast size during breast reduction surgery Hi VipergirlThe most important factor is choosing the appropriate breast size is to have an adequate reduction to treat your back, neck, and shoulder pain. To achieve adequate volume loss would generally require that you reduce your breasts to a small D cup or less. How much less would depend on you aesthetic goals. This is something that should be discussed during a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon. I hope this is helpful. Good luck on your surgery.
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December 12, 2015
Answer: What Breast Size is Right For Me? It sounds as if you are a medium frame and average height and are experiencing the classic complications associated with larger breasts. Most women with larger breasts also experience a host of medical issues related to the size of their breasts. These problems may include neck pain, back or shoulder pain, hygiene difficulty, and breast pain.
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December 12, 2015
Answer: What Breast Size is Right For Me? It sounds as if you are a medium frame and average height and are experiencing the classic complications associated with larger breasts. Most women with larger breasts also experience a host of medical issues related to the size of their breasts. These problems may include neck pain, back or shoulder pain, hygiene difficulty, and breast pain.
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December 8, 2015
Answer: Proportion The best way to determine your final size is to review hundreds of before and after photos with your plastic surgeon and choose several of the ones that you like the most. Best of luck.
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December 8, 2015
Answer: Proportion The best way to determine your final size is to review hundreds of before and after photos with your plastic surgeon and choose several of the ones that you like the most. Best of luck.
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May 21, 2016
Answer: For breast reduction, what is the best size to go to from a current 36DDD? Congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Based on your description, it sounds like you may be an excellent candidate for the procedure. In my practice, I ask patients to use as many “visual aids”, such as goal photographs, during the communication process. Avoid the use of subjective terms; for example, "C or D cup”, “too small" or "proportionate"… these terms can be confusing, since they may mean different things to different people.
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May 21, 2016
Answer: For breast reduction, what is the best size to go to from a current 36DDD? Congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform. Based on your description, it sounds like you may be an excellent candidate for the procedure. In my practice, I ask patients to use as many “visual aids”, such as goal photographs, during the communication process. Avoid the use of subjective terms; for example, "C or D cup”, “too small" or "proportionate"… these terms can be confusing, since they may mean different things to different people.
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