Breast Reduction Surgery
Many women complain of back, shoulder and neck discomfort due to the large size of their breasts. Insurance companies require a certain weight of breast tissue to be removed, but I prefer the size decision to be made by the patient. I use my judgment along with the patient's request to come up with the most proportional breast size.
Reduction mammaplasty can improve the shape and size of the breasts allowing one to wear lighter bras and camisoles. I prefer the Hall Findlay modification of a vertical scar breast reduction as I feel it gives the best projection and shape of the breast. Standard anchor reduction mammaplasty procedures result in flattenting and widening of the breast with time. I have found the vertical breast reduction retains a better shape over the years.
The surgery takes me about 2 to 3 hours to perform under general anesthesia. I usually combine some liposuction of the lateral chest to reduce the width of the breasts as well. The recovery is about one to two weeks off from work and three weeks away from the gym. The size change is apparent immediately and patients can quickly shop for smaller, more dainty bras.
View before-and-after photos.
See also: Male Breast Reduction
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I hope you will call or
me with your questions, and schedule an appointment to discuss breast reduction surgery. Breast surgery is a big decision and I understand you have many questions. Why not get the discussion started?
Please call 781-934-2200.
