Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammaplasty)
Large, pendulous breasts may cause a woman to potentially experience various medical problems caused by the excessive weight of the breast tissue. Problems with posture, skeletal deformities, back and neck pain, skin irritations and breathing problems are common with this condition. Bra straps often leave indentations in the shoulder area. Many women, especially teenage girls, are very self-conscious if they have unusually large breasts.
Breast Reduction Before
Breast Reduction After
Breast reduction removes fat, glandular tissue, and excessive skin, resulting in smaller, lighter and firmer breasts that are better-shaped in proportion to the rest of the body. A breast reduction always combines removal of excess skin and breast tissue with a breast lift. Traditionally, this has been performed with a scar around the areola, and then in an upside-down T-shape. The scar fades with time, over approximately 6 months to 1 year. The scar may be nearly invisible in many patients after about 1-2 years, although is still permanent.
The surgery time is usually 3-4 hours, with general anesthesia. Many patients spend the night in the hospital, although going home after a few hours is usually fine. Recovery time is about 2 weeks before going back to work, 3 weeks before going back to the gym.
During your consultation, Dr. Youn will discuss your treatment options for breast reduction surgery. Depending on your individual situation and insurance requirements, your health insurance may cover the costs of your breast reduction surgery. Unfortunately, Dr. Youn is no longer taking new insurance patients, but does perform the surgery as a cosmetic procedure.
