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 large breasts can interfere with daily activities and exercise.
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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 symmetrically during initial healing. Initial
discomfort subsides daily and can be controlled with oral medication.
Scars will usually fade in 12-24 months. Breast reduction surgery will
probably reduce and possibly eliminate the ability to breast feed.
This procedure is commonly covered by insurance, though
insurance criteria are becoming more and more restrictive. We can assist
you in obtaining pre-authorization. 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.
