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What is Breast Reduction?
Breast reduction is an operation that reduces the size of the breast and may improve symptoms related to excess weight of the breast.
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Who is a candidate for Breast Reduction in Virginia?
A good candidate for breast reduction is a woman with large breasts that are causing her both physical and psychological discomfort. She may have back pain, shoulder pain, arm pain, neck pain, discomfort from bra straps in the shoulder area, irritated skin under the breast, and difficulty finding appropriate clothing or bras. She may experience psychosexual problems and low self esteem. Correcting the size of the breast will not only help diminish these physical problems, but also help her confidence and self- image.
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Who is not a good candidate for Breast Reduction?
There are no real contraindications to surgery unless your health precludes an elective operation. People who have unrealistic goals are not good candidates. Having keloid producing skin can be a relative contraindication to surgery. Dr. Marefat can tell you if he thinks a favorable result is possible in your case.
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What does Breast Reduction accomplish?
Breast reduction can improve the shape of the breast and reduce the discomfort and pain associated with large, heavy breasts. Many women suffer from back pain, shoulder pain, postural problems, and skin rashes under their breast as a result of their large breasts. These functional problems often make the appearance of the breast a secondary issue in their minds. Furthermore, many women find that the large size of their breasts poses difficulties with such issues as finding clothes that fit or exercising. Breast reduction not only eliminates these functional problems, but can also give the woman a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.
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What happens during the first consultation for Breast Reduction in Virginia?
In the first consultation, you will have a chance to discuss your concerns with our patient care coordinators and Dr. Marefat. We will explain what you need to know about Virginia breast reduction surgery and help to determine what is best for you. You will receive information booklets and pricing on the procedure.
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How is Breast Reduction done?
The incisions are placed around the areola (pink skin surrounding the nipple) and under the breast. Depending on the amount of skin and breast tissue that needs to be removed, the extent of the skin incisions may be shortened in certain circumstances. New techniques of breast reduction have been developed in order to shorten the scar associated with this surgery. In these operations, it is no longer necessary to make the incision in the breast fold. This has great advantage, producing a very natural, youthful shape without the long scars of traditional operations. The objective of Virginia breast reduction surgery is to reduce the volume of breast tissue to the extent that can be safely accomplished, while maintaining a healthy nipple and surrounding skin. The nipple is then moved to a more appropriate location, and the incisions are closed.
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