Can I go from a 32-34DD/E to a 32C-34B? (photos)

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Im 18 and i am 5'4 and i weight 120lbs and i am a 32-34DD/E and i was wondering if i can have a breast reduction and be around a 32C to a 34B, because i am small - medium framed and its just my boobs that make me look big and overweight sort of i hated them ever since i was 13 and yes i had E cup boobs when i was 13 and i have been 5'4 since then also, im going to put some pictures down bellow for the size i want, Thank You

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  Without photos of you or more importantly, an in-person evaluation of your body, it is very difficult to tell you what would best and realistic for you.  Please be seen in person by a board-certified plastic surgeon to find out.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Figuring out how much tissue to remove during your breast reduction surgery is something that can only be determined with an in person exam. However, given the fact that you sound as if you have a small frame, it will probably be attainable. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area (link below) to discuss. Best, Dr. Nazarian

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

It sounds as if you have a rather small frame compared to your breast size and would benefit from breast reduction surgery. Women of all ages can have breast reduction surgery and you are an appropriate age to do so. 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. 
Fortunately, when the excessive breast size causes functional problems, insurance will generally pay for the operation if more than 400 – 500 grams are removed from each breast. Of course this is dependent on your individual insurance company requirements. By reducing the size of the breast tissue, you can eliminate some of the medical complications listed above, reduce sleeping difficulties, increase your likelyhood of finding clothins that fits and improve self image. Some of the cons are that breast reuction surgery is still major surgery in which you greatly disturb the breast tissue. Complications can arise from the surgery and anesthesia, there is perminant scaring on the surface of the breasts and sensation and breastfeeding can be affected as well. Overall, it is an individual's choice and should start with a consultation with a Board Certified plastic surgeon. Good Luck!#plastic surgery #breast reduction #age #size reduction

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

I am sorry to hear that you are suffering from your large breasts.  Going from an EE cup to a B cup may be possible.  My concern is that if you go to small that this may compromise the circulation and you may have healing issue.  In my opinion, breasts are reduced to fit the patient's frame.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I am sorry to hear about the problems your disproportionately large breasts have caused you. This can be especially difficult given your relatively young age.
Before undergoing the breast reduction procedure it will be very important to communicate your size goals with your surgeon.  Most patients wish to achieve a enough of a reduction to help with their symptoms while remaining proportionate with the remainder of their torso. 
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 “natural” or “B cup” means different things to different people and therefore prove unhelpful. Also, as you know, cup size varies depending on who makes the bra; therefore, discussing desired cup  size may also be inaccurate.
It is possible to reduce the breasts size very significantly.  The concern with the amount of tissue removed is related to blood flow to the remaining tissue;  if too much tissue is removed in one operation the blood flow to the remaining tissue (including nipple/areola)  may be compromised..  Part of the tissue that is left in place is called the “pedicle"; this segment of tissue is responsible for delivering the blood supply to the nipple/areola tissue. If the pedicle is made too small (in the effort to reduce the breasts as much as possible)  then patient will likely have problems with tissue survival.  
The other concern with overly aggressive breast reduction surgery is patient dissatisfaction  afterwards.  It is not unusual for patients who have lived with very large breasts to want to have as much as possible removed. Care must be taken to be judicious in this removal to avoid an outcome where the breasts  are too small in relation (proportionately) to the patient's other body parts.  Again, it is not uncommon, for patients'  breasts to become smaller ( after the breast reduction procedure) with time and/or weight loss-  breast augmentation may become necessary to achieve the patient size goals. 
I hope this, and the attached link, helps.

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