The Wonders of Breast Reduction
Why does the breast reduction procedure receive so much credit from women? The answer is easy, women who experience breast reduction are happier than ever. When the patients come in for their post-operative check-up the next day, they already feel like a new person. Some of them ask themselves, “Why didn’t I do this years ago!”
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, there are more than 90,000 breast reduction procedures a year. The purpose of the breast reduction surgery is to relieve women from experiencing neck and back pain due to hypertrophy of the breasts. These women are not lying when they say they are grateful for the procedure. A notable celebrity, Star Jones, who also underwent a procedure for breast reduction believed it was the best thing for her to do after having her bypass surgery in 2003. Had she remained with a small waist and a voluptuous chest it would have looked bizarre towards others. She claimed that having the breast reduction surgery was done in order for her figure to appear balanced out.
When it comes down to it, the amount of breast tissue removed depends on the size of the patient. It would make sense to remove less if the patient is a smaller-framed woman. Usually, the final cup size is a happy medium, which is known to be as not too small and not too large. However, each patient will request a different cup size and should discuss this with their plastic surgeon. Let’s not forget, this kind of operation can be done as an outpatient procedure, in other words, the patient doesn’t have to stay overnight at the hospital. What a relief! Not to mention, the recovery is usually not the worst to experience. In order for you to recover smoothly, your plastic surgeon will recommend you place plenty of ice on your chest, gauze and clean washcloths and towels. It would be best for you to wear loose, comfortable t-shirts and blouses. Your surgeon will tell you where you can purchase soft bras, special ointments or creams as recommended by your surgeon for incision site. It is important for you to have your cell phone within reaching distance of your primary rest area. Lastly, reading magazines, watching movies or other quiet
forms of relaxation will help your recovery process. Even with a few weeks of resting off of work and heavy exercises, the patient is able to perform desk work at home. There’s nothing better than having a breast reduction procedure and not have to worry about suffering from the postoperation phase. Let’s face it, this procedure is probably one of the best for women to use to get rid of the neck and back pains they have faced over the years. Even though the procedure leaves the patients with scars in their chest area, they usually heal nicely and would rather have a scar than go through pain.
Breast reduction like any other procedure is covered by insurance plans, but some patients may have symptoms that are not relieved with more conservative measures such as massage therapy or trying better support bras. There is a process of pre-approval that your plastic surgeon and their team will work with you in order to accomplish the goal of receiving insurance. Your plastic surgeon and their team will have to submit the documentation from your family physician of the failed non-surgical treatment.
As for teenagers, they tend to recover quicker from the surgery because they are healthier. Not to mention, it is safer and more effective than compared to an older woman. Often these young ladies are involved in sports and are greatly impeded by the large size of their breasts. Their large breasts gives them a disadvantage and makes them uncomfortable. These particular young ladies usually struggle to find a certain bra or sports bra that will satisfy their needs. Most people don’t realize that girls with large breasts suffer more than receiving credit for their physical features. Teenagers with large breasts experience insecurities and are self-conscious about the way they are looked as to others. For example, Ariel Winter, known for her role in the hit television series Modern Family, underwent the breast reduction surgery and has been quite open and honest about the procedure. Some of these teenagers want people to notice them for who they are and what they do instead of remembering them as “The girl with the large
breasts.� Teenagers who choose to proceed with the breast reduction are considered lucky to have an operation that will change their lives in a positive way!
If you think having a breast reduction can eliminate your back and neck pains, speak to your family doctor about your symptoms and call 210-499-5900 to set up a consultation at Advanced Concepts in Plastic Surgery. During the consultation, Dr. Suresh Koneru, a board certified plastic surgeon, will discuss any questions or concerns you may have with the breast reduction surgery.