Breast reduction can alleviate a whole assortment of health problems associated with having breasts that are too large and heavy, beginning with back and shoulder pain, poor posture, and rashes under the breasts. Breast Reduction can help you achieve a more proportionate figure and a better, more comfortable fit in your clothing, while also improving your self-esteem and quality of life.

Any adult woman whose breasts feel too large and heavy for her body and who is in overall good health with no contraindications may benefit from Breast Reduction surgery. Any woman who suffers from aggravated health issues stemming directly from the size and weight of her breasts should definitely consider Breast Reduction surgery to alleviate those concerns and improve her comfort and quality of life.

During breast reduction, scars are placed around the nipple and areola, vertically on the breasts and sometimes across the breast folds in an \u201canchor pattern\u201d. A vertical scar on the breast is most visible to the patient when they look at themselves in the mirror. Every patient’s genetics is different, and the type of scar one forms is highly deterred by one’s genetics. Scars look their worse at six weeks after surgery. Scars may become raised and red at this time, but over the next few months, as scars mature, they become lighter and less noticeable. There are certain adjunct procedures and scar products that can help with scar management and can make scars less obvious. If you develop an unattractive scar after your surgery, Dr. Bachilo may be able to help improve it with these procedures or by recommending some scar products to try.

Somewhat. Breast Reduction reduces the size and volume of the breasts and in the process lifts sagging breasts.

Yes. In many cases, when the pain is caused directly by the weight of the breasts, Breast Reduction surgery will alleviate this pain significantly, improving poor posture, which also contributes to back pain.

Yes. Some patients may choose to combine a Breast Reduction procedure with other aesthetic procedures. You may combine the procedure with other surgeries such as a Tummy Tuck, as well as Liposuction or other cosmetic procedures.

Most likely no. Breast Reduction will not affect your ability to breastfeed, but it may be wise to delay the procedure until after you are finished with pregnancy and nursing, in order to prevent future weight fluctuations and hormonal changes from affecting the outcome of your procedure.

While Breast Reduction may reduce sensation in the nipple, areola, and breast, these changes may be temporary in some patients and the sensation may be restored over time.

In cases where Breast Reduction surgery is deemed a medical necessity due to health problems resulting directly from the size and volume of the breasts, it is likely that health insurance may cover the cost of surgery.

If you want to place yourself in the hands of one of the best plastic surgeons in Houston, contact Glamour Plastic Surgery and Med Spa, where Dr. Olga Bachilo is the resident surgeon, and one of Houston’s most celebrated and respected cosmetic specialists.