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Breast Reduction
Oversized breasts can cause a variety of problems for women, both physical and emotional. Whether it's difficulty finding clothing that fits or pain and limited movement, many women with uncomfortably large breasts choose breast reduction, or reduction mammoplasty, to minimize the size of their breasts.
If you suffer from any of the following problems, or if you are otherwise uncomfortable with your large breasts, a breast reduction may be right for you:
- Pain in the back, neck, and shoulders
- Difficulty breathing
- Skeletal problems
- Difficulty with movement
- Embarrassment and unwanted attention
- Chafing and rashes under the breasts
In some cases, breast reduction mammoplasty may be covered by health insurance, if the procedure is deemed medically necessary. In such cases, it is important to establish the necessity of the procedure before scheduling an appointment, so that coverage can be established before the procedure, and any requirements for the breast reduction procedure can be taken into account when customizing your reduction mammoplasty
It is also important that patients understand the procedure fully before committing to a reduction mammoplasty While the risks are quite minimal, and the positive effects of the breast reduction can be dramatic, breast reduction procedures do result in some scarring, and may result in an inability to breastfeed following the procedure.
The Breast Reduction Mammoplasty Procedure
Vertical Breast Reduction: In this technique the breast is reduced in size with only an incision around the areola and an incision extending from the areola to the inframammary fold. Through these incisions the excess breast tissue is removed and the remaining breast tissue is rearranged to a more superior location on the chest wall. The nipple is elevated and the incisions are closed.
Inverted T Breast Reduction: In this procedure, the cosmetic surgeon makes an anchor-shaped incision following the inframammary fold (the crease beneath the breast), then, following the natural curves of the breast mound, up to and around the areola (the darkened area of skin surrounding the nipple).
From this incision, the breast surgeon is able to excise excess breast tissue and tighten the existing tissue, resulting in a firmer, smaller, more attractive breast.
Once the breast is reduced and sculpted to the ideal shape and size, the surgeon draws the skin of the breast taut over the new breast mound, excises any excess skin, repositions the nipple higher up on the breast, and sutures the incisions.
Frequently Asked Breast Reduction Questions.
To learn more about the breast reduction procedure, and whether it's right for you, contact our breast surgeon today to arrange a personal consultation.
About Dr. Bray
The Bray Plastic Surgery Medical Center in Torrance, California, was founded by Dr. David A. Bray. Bray Plastic Surgery is excited to offer the unique blend of over 30 years of experience in facial plastic surgery combined with the latest in cosmetic surgery and non-surgical aesthetics. Our Medical Center offers the expertise, technologies and techniques to help our patients look and feel their best.Learn more...
