25 5'3 105lbs 32DDD. Norfolk, VA

From the time I called to book an appointment with my regular doctor to the day I had surgery it could not have been more than two months so it's definitely possible! Although I've been left with hypertrophic scarring it is definitely worth it if you are experiencing pain. My recovery was painless and I was out and about five days after surgery. I told my doctor about my back and neck pain so she gabe me a referral. They took pictures and that was enough to prove to my insurance company that the surgery was needed. Hope this help! And good luck!

32DDD here. Just had mine reduced Tuesday, and my pain has decreased. What I really notice, though, is how much easier it is to *breathe.*

From what I've read on here it can take some time to get approved. I'd start by making an appointment with your regular doctor for back pain and when you get in there tell them you believe your breasts are the cause and ask what it takes to get it covered by insurance. Don't let them send you home with some bs about "they aren't that big" or "you'll adjust or get used to them". You're an adult and you know they are causing you problems. List the problems out before you go if you need to and bring that with you. You weigh so little that they are obviously not a result of weight fluctuation and you couldn't lose weight to try to get rid of them. I don't see how you couldn't be covered. If this doctor won't listen make it clear you're looking for another consultation. That should get you the answers you need as to what the process is for your insurance. Also, you can probably call your insurance company and ask them outright what their process is for getting it covered. Sorry if this is redundant to you or you have already gotten this advice. I haven't been brave enough to do it myself but I'm thinking in my 30's I'm going to go for it (I'm 28 and a 30G/GG, ol' righty is bigger). Best of luck! Be persistent and know what you want going in.

Honestly I think september may be pushing it for aporoval and surgery...plus there is a good deal of down time and you want your special day to be very special, right? Good luck with it all! I started with my journey in feb, had to switch doctors because unsurance issues, and got approval in April for a july 2nd date. As far as insurance I can say that having a detailed list of your journey is key. They are looking to make sure you've tried many other less evasive tactics prior to BR to make sure its not just cosmetic. Good luck!!!

I'm wondering if with a wedding, it might be pushing it, especially with time needed to adjust your dress and all the festivities. I am one week out of surgery and am still pretty tired and have what my sister (who also had this done) calls T Rex arms. I also haven't, uh, been able to shower in a week because I can't get my arms over my head. But I agree you should start the process *now* and don't let them give you bs like the previous poster noted. They will try to tell you you aren't that big or you can just strengthen your neck or shoulders or whatever. You might have to jump through some hoops (go to PT for a while, etc.). They also might tell you you are not "big enough" because some insurances don't pay attention to us more small-framed types. I appealed that one and only had 300g from each breast instead of 500.

Really interested in how your consults go. I also want a breast reduction (32DDD and small frame). Good Luck!

I was also considerably larger on one side and never noticed it at all until the doctor pointed it out. When I saw his photos I couldn't believe it! I'm so happy that the timing will work out for you!

you will do great! I had my consult and less than a week later my insurance company okayed it...