Breast Reduction
You may be a candidate for breast reduction surgery if you have large, heavy breasts, which may be the cause of breathing difficulties, back, shoulder and neck pain, poor posture, bra-strap indentations and chafing under your breasts. You may also desire a breast reduction if excessive breast size decreases your sense of attractiveness and self confidence. Some women also desire breast reduction surgery because they feel that their large breasts interfere with daily activities and exercise.
Breast reduction surgery is intended to give the patient a more attractive breast contour and smaller size. Breast reduction is also intended to free the patient from health problems associated with excessively large breasts. Another goal of breast reduction surgery is an improved self image.
The breast reduction procedure is done under general anesthesia. The nipple-areolar complex is moved upward and excess breast tissue, fat, and skin are removed. The patient goes home in a special bra that holds the breasts during initial healing. Initial discomfort subsides daily and can be controlled with oral medication. Scars will usually fade in 6-12 months.
Breast reduction procedure is sometimes covered by your insurance. Your family doctor should have records available documenting health issues related to your large breasts if insurance coverage is desired. Pre-determination of medical necessity is required from your insurance company prior to surgery. The specific risks and the suitability of breast reduction for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.
To read more information about the breast reduction procedure and recovery, visit the American Society of Plastic Surgeons website at: www.plasticsurgery.org.
If you would like to view before/after photos of breast reduction as performed by board certified plastic surgeons, please click on the American Society of Plastic Surgeons photo gallery at: www.plasticsurgery.org
Call River City Plastic Surgery in Jefferson City, Missouri at 573-635-9668 to schedule your personal consultation.