Breast Reduction in Bellevue and Seattle
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 Who
is a candidate for breast reduction?
| 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 of breast reduction
- More attractive contour and smaller breast size.
- Freedom from health problems associated with excessively large breasts.
- Improved self-image.
Breast reduction procedure description
- The breast reduction procedure is done under general anesthesia on an outpatient.
- 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.
- The innovative technique of Free Nipple Graft is used on excessively large and pendulous breasts.
- Occasionally, only a vertical scar is used for breast reduction.
Recuperation and healing following breast reduction surgery
- 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.
- Breast reduction surgery will probably reduce the ability to breast feed.
Other options besides breast reduction
- An additional procedure that would enhance the result is Liposuction of the axillary area to reduce excess fat deposits.
- Sole liposuctioning the breast for purpose of reduction has been widely debated. It is generally felt that it is not the standard of care and should not be used as a primary method of reducing breast size.
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons offers offers additional information on Breast Reduction — http://www.plasticsurgery.org
Insurance guidelines for breast reduction
- Dr. Egrari is not a participating provider on any insurance plans. This is becoming a common trend and variable. However our staff can provide patients all the necessary information including, codes, notes and letter and pictures so insurance pre-authorization can be obtained.
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