Breast Reduction in West Long Branch
Breast size isn't purely a matter of aesthetics. If your breasts are uncomfortably large, disproportionate to your figure, or cause you chronic pain, you may be interested in a reduction. Our surgeons at Atlantic Surgical Associates provide experienced breast reduction treatment in West Long Branch personalized to your needs. We've performed breast reduction for countless women to alter the size and shape of their breasts, promoting greater health and confidence with natural-looking results.
Our team takes the time to understand your specific needs and tailor treatment to meet your goals. Whether you desire to change the weight of your breasts, their shape, or both, we have the skills to provide effective results. To find out if it's the right option for you, schedule a consultation with our breast reduction surgeons in New Jersey today!
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Reasons for Breast Reduction
While some women enjoy a larger breast size, it is perfectly natural to feel uncomfortable with the size of your breasts. This is especially true if your breasts are heavy or uncommonly large for your frame, also known as macromastia. There can be many complications to having large breasts on a physical and emotional level. Some of the reasons women consider breast reduction include:
- Achieving a more balanced figure
- Alleviating neck, back, and shoulder pain caused by heavy breasts
- Preventing rashes or skin irritation under the breasts
- Eliminating restrictions in movement or activity
- Improving posture
- Combatting nerve pain
- Having more options for clothes and bras that fit well
- Feeling more comfortable and confident with their body
Am I a Candidate for Breast Reduction?
Typically, women who qualify for breast reduction are those who face a negative impact from their breasts. Chronic pain, skin rashes, and difficulty breathing when lying down are especially concerning and will generally make you a good candidate for breast reduction. If your physical symptoms are tolerable, but your breasts affect your emotional well-being, this can also be a reason to pursue the treatment.
Meeting with our qualified plastic surgeon can help you evaluate your candidacy and determine if breast reduction surgery is the best choice for you. Our surgeons will consult with you to discuss your situation, needs, and goals. We'll answer any questions you have and work with you to help you understand what the treatment entails and whether it's the right choice for you. We put your health and wellness at the forefront and won't push you toward anything, only proceeding when you are completely comfortable with the idea of treatment.
Our Breast Reduction Process
There are varying types of breast reduction, though the overall process will remain the same for each patient. It begins with a consultation with our surgeons so they can determine whether you qualify and what kind of results you're looking for. Once you decide to receive the surgery, we create a customized plan that will dictate our approach and the final size and shape of your breasts.
During the surgery, incisions will be used to allow the surgeons to remove excess breast tissue, fat, and skin. Liposuction may be used as part of the tissue removal process. In most cases, the nipple and areola remain attached, and we will only remove and graft them to a higher position if your breasts are undergoing a significant size reduction. Our surgeons use modern techniques that result in as few incisions as possible and minimize the appearance of scarring after treatment. We also strive to deliver a natural and positive aesthetic result after the surgery.
Breast reduction is an outpatient procedure and takes a few hours to complete. After the surgery, you'll be able to rest and recover in the comfort of your own home. Our surgeons will provide instructions on how to maximize your recovery and avoid complications, and we'll schedule follow-up appointments to make sure that you're recovering well.
Breast Reduction FAQs
Considering breast reduction is a big step, and we know you likely have many questions about the procedure and what it means for you. Our staff is happy to take the time to provide any information you'd like to know. Some common questions we encounter are:
On average, breast reduction will remove around 450-600 grams of breast tissue mass. The final size will vary depending on your current breast size and how much we ultimately remove. Our surgeons will explain to you what we can achieve with breast reduction and work with you to determine your desired breast size after treatment.
We use a combination of anesthetics and sedation during the treatment to keep you as comfortable as possible. In recovery, you may experience weakness and soreness for the next 2-3 weeks as your body heals. These symptoms should decrease with each passing day. We can provide pain medication to help your recovery be more comfortable, and you should avoid strenuous activity that could cause injury or slow healing.
Breast reduction involves the removal of tissue, fat, and skin, which makes the results permanent. While your breasts and overall body shape will still change over time, particularly through pregnancy or weight gain, your breasts will not regrow or grow significantly larger after the surgery.
Your Trusted Breast Reduction Surgeon in New Jersey
Whether you are interested in breast reduction to improve your health, alleviate pain, or help you feel better about your body, Atlantic Surgical Associates is here to help. Our experienced surgeons and team are committed to providing breast reduction in West Long Branch that will help you achieve your goals and feel like your best self. You can count on us to be patient, thorough, and sensitive to your needs for your entire treatment. If you'd like to know more about breast reduction and whether it's right for you, call our office and schedule your consultation today.
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Hear what our patients have to say:
When I was in the 6th grade I started developing, and boy did I. I had much larger breasts than any girl in my class. Every year it was the same way and I felt very self conscious, as I was teased a lot. I could never wear the same types of outfits that the other girls were wearing because most of them really accentuated my breasts. So, I found myself wearing very loose fitting shirts, bib overalls, anything that would hide them. When I did wear something, such as a prom dress, I would receive lots of stares and many comments. I would even hear comments that were made by some of the girls, such as, “she is just a slut, look at her flaunting those big boobs. Can you believe her?”
I felt like the only reason why guys would ask me out was because of my breasts. I even heard a friend, of one of the guys who had asked me out, making comments about how lucky he was, and stating “maybe you will get to see or even touch those huge breasts of hers.”
When I tried out for the drill team (a group kind of like the golden girls at Mizzou) and was selected to be on the team, there were comments made in reference to the fact that the only reason why I was selected was because of my breasts, not that I had any talent.
At our senior dinner, for graduation from high school, they wished me and my “Grand Tetons” the best in life. I wanted to crawl under the table. Even when I went to college things were the same. I wished there was something I could do to convince people that I was not the way they thought I was. But, there seems to be a stigma that goes along with having large breasts.
When I would go to apply for a job, I would notice that most of the time the person I was interviewing with would not be talking to my face, but instead talking and staring at my chest. It was that way most everywhere. I got to the point where, at times, I would say something that would alert them to the fact that it offended me that they were staring at my chest.
The other thing, that people did not know, was that I was very uncomfortable with large breasts. My back and neck hurt. I had indentations in my shoulders where my bras would cut in from carrying such a large load. I even had headaches because of the stress it put on my back and neck. Along with the very low self-esteem I had.
One of the best things I have ever done in my life was to get a breast reduction. I feel so much better. No more back or neck pain and my self-esteem is much better. I even proudly talk to other people about having had my breast reduction and how much it has helped me. Since I am a nurse, I have the opportunity to help inform people of what to expect and what benefits there are from having a breast reduction done.
Susan S.
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