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Breast Reduction
Who
is a candidate?
- If you have large, heavy breasts, which may be the
cause of breathing difficulties, back, shoulder and
neck pain, poor posture, bra-strap indentation and chafing
under the breasts.
- If you have excessive breast size, which may decrease
a sense of attractiveness and self-confidence.
- If large breasts interfere with normal daily activities
or with exercise.
Intended results
- More attractive contour and smaller breast size.
- Freedom from health problems associated with excessively
large breasts.
- Improved self-image.
Procedure description
- The procedure is done under general anesthesia on
an outpatient basis or might require an overnight stay.
- Incisions are made around the pigmented area (the
nipple-areolar complex) and extend vertically below
the nipple and in the fold under the breast. The
nipple-areolar complex while intact is moved upward
to the desired location and excess breast tissue, fat,
and skin are removed.
- Occasionally, only a vertical scar is used.
Recuperation and healing
- The incisions are covered with light dressing, and
the breasts are placed in a bra. The bra holds
the breast comfortably during initial healing.
- Occasionally, drains are used for the first 24 hours.
- Initial discomfort subsides daily and can be controlled
with oral medication.
- Scars will fade tremendously in 6 to 12 months.
- Surgery will probably reduce the ability to breast
feed.
Other options
- An additional procedure that would enhance the result
is Liposuction of the axillary area to reduce excess
fat deposits.
Insurance guidelines
- This procedure is commonly covered by insurance though
insurance criteria are becoming more and more restrictive.
Our staff will assist you in obtaining
pre authorization.
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