I am having 1200 grams taken off each breast. Is this too much? I am 5ft 8 in (Photo)

Thank you for the question and congratulations on your decision to proceed with breast reduction surgery; this operation tends to be one of the most patient pleasing operations we perform (both from the physical and psychosocial standpoints).
 
If I were seeing you in consultation, I would ask to look at your goal photographs and computer imaging; after doing so, I would be able to help you with a prediction of what you might expect in terms of anticipated weight of tissue removed. Keep in mind however that there is no specific/reliable correlation between the amount of tissue removed and cup sizes achieved.



With the goal of improving communication with my patients I find the use of photographs of “goal” pictures (and breasts that are too big or too small) very helpful. I have found that the use of words such as “proportionate” or “C or D cup” means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Again, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup size may also be inaccurate.



 Ultimately, you will  want to feel comfortable that your plastic surgeon has a significant/demonstrable experience achieving the types of outcomes you will be pleased with. You will also want to feel comfortable about your both on the same page when it comes to desired outcome. Again, careful communication is key;  in my practice, this is accomplished using as many visual aids as possible.
 Best wishes.

Thanks for your question and the photo. Clearly you have breasts that are very large and no doubt causing you a lot of pain and discomfort. You are an ideal candidate for a breast reduction. As far as the amount to remove, in order to relieve your symptoms, a certain amount is necessary to take out. 1200gm is a large amount, but seems appropriate for your size. Remember that the goal is to relieve your symptoms. You will still have breast tissue left behind.Best of Luck!

Your surgeon should show you pictures of what that would look like with women similar to your measurements. Sorry, an opinion can't accurately be given from a posted picture alone.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author