Breast Reduction Advice - options, realistic expectations? (Photos)

You are an excellent candidate for The Bellesoma Method. The breasts are reduced and reshaped creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. The weight of the breast is transferred to the underlying pectoralis major muscle resulting in pain relief without excessive reduction. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Thanks for your question! You would be a great candidate for a breast reduction. I disagree - you do not need to lose weight. You are the only one living with your body so this choice should be exclusively yours. Good luck!

You are a candidate for a reduction which would include a lift as well. You can be reduced to a C cup. This is a regular procedure for our practice. It's also performed under local anesthesia in the office. No general anesthesia needed. This makes for a much more pleasant experience and an easier recovery. The scars are in an anchor pattern. The nipple and areola are lifted towards the center of each breast and the excess breast tissue is removed from the bottom part of the breast.

Hi there! Thanks for sharing. Yes, this is something I hear frequently. When breasts feel heavy or disproportionate, they can affect a lot more than just posture or activities, they can impact your lifestyle in so many ways.
You sound like a really good candidate for a breast reduction.
This will do more than make your breasts smaller. There is reshasping, lifting and balancing them with your frame. Sounds like this could make you feel lighter, more comfortable and more confident. Most patients notice a big improvement immediately and the mood boost is incredible. Your goal of around a C cup sounds achievable, though final size can vary slightly depending on your tissue and healing and other things like brands and bra models. When we do a reduction, the procedure involves a lift, so you’ll see a perkier, more youthful contour as well. As for whether it’s bad enough, there’s no universal threshold. What matters most is how much it affects your quality of life. If you’ve tried weight loss and still feel physically or emotionally different from your goal, to me, that’s a perfectly valid reason to explore surgery. This is not about vanity but making you feel comfortable in your body. Many patients tell me it’s one of the most liberating decisions they’ve ever made. No, you are not “crazy”.