Is Breast Reduction Right for Me?

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The goal of breast surgery is not always an enhancement in size; rather, patients desire an enhancement in happiness, no matter what changes to the breasts are in store. In some cases, the best way to achieve this objective is with breast reduction surgery. When performed by a highly qualified surgeon like Dr. Dan Mills, a breast reduction can create a smaller, firmer, lighter, and more evenly proportioned bustline. What’s more, this procedure can relieve the physical discomfort (i.e. muscle pain or skin irritations) often associated with overly large breasts. 

If you’re considering breast reduction surgery, you’re likely wondering what qualifies a patient as a candidate for this procedure. To help you understand the potential benefits of this procedure, Dr. Mills has mapped out a few of the most common reasons women pursue breast reduction surgery below.

• Comfort. Large, heavy breasts can cause back and neck pain, skin irritation, and posture problems. The constant pull of heavy breasts may make bra straps leave painful indentations in a woman’s shoulders. Breast reduction surgery can eliminate these problems in most cases.
• A more active lifestyle. Some physical activities may be painful or awkward for women who have large breasts. As such, women frequently wish to reduce the limitations that large, heavy breasts place on participation in sports or other activities. 
• Ability to wear a wider range of clothing and bras. Patients (especially teenagers and young women) with large breasts may feel self-conscious wearing swimsuits, bras, and other types of clothing. It also may be hard to find clothes and bras that fit well. 
• Aesthetic improvement. Large breasts, especially when they are out of proportion to your height and weight, can be embarrassing. Breast reduction surgery endeavors to produce results that flatter the entire physique and create a more proportionate silhouette.

To determine whether breast reduction or another option is the right choice, Dr. Mills meets with each patient for a preoperative consultation. During this first-time meeting, he will go over qualifications for the surgery and make sure it aligns with your unique goals. 

Women who have breast reduction surgery at Aesthetic Plastic Surgical Institute are often extremely satisfied with their results! Contact us today for more information on this advanced procedure, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Mills. 

Editor’s note: This blog was originally posted on February 20th, 2018. 

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