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Breast reduction, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is performed in women who feel that their breasts are out of proportion to their body or for women who suffer chronic neck, back and shoulder pain due to the size and weight of their breasts. Generally, the excess weight of large breasts interferes with daily activities and makes it difficult to exercise. This takes a significant physical and emotional toll on women, necessitating the need for breast surgery.
Dr. Pittman performs breast reduction in Washington DC to remove excess breast glandular tissue and excess skin. This results in smaller, perkier breasts. As a result, symptoms of back, neck, and shoulder pain are alleviated immediately following the procedure.
In your consultation, Dr. Pittman will discuss your individual goals for the procedure. Breast reduction is a highly individualized procedure. Dr. Pittman will use Crisalix virtual imaging to simulate what you may look like after breast reduction.
Breast reduction surgery takes two hours. An incision is made around the areola (the colored part around the nipple). The reduction removes much of the breast tissue from the bottom of the breast while maintaining fullness in the upper part of the breast. Excess skin and breast tissue are removed.
There are two types of breast-reduction incisions: the anchor and the lollypop.
Many women are concerned about mammography after breast reduction. Breast reduction does cause a small amount of damage to the breast tissue. As a result, breast reduction can certainly interfere with post-operative imaging. However, most times, a trained breast radiologist can tell the difference between predictable changes on a mammogram versus an abnormality.
Once you’ve had a local breast reduction, it important to notify the radiologist that you have had the surgery when you go for your mammogram. If you are over 40 or have a family history of breast cancer, Dr. Pittman will recommend a mammogram before surgery. All breast tissue removed is sent for pathologic analysis after breast reduction.
Ultimately, breast reduction is certainly a procedure with very high patient satisfaction. Most of our patients comment that they wish they would have had the procedure years ago.
Contact us to schedule your breast reduction consultation with Dr. Troy Pittman, a skilled and experienced board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Pittman will be available to tell you more about the details of the breast reduction procedure in Washington DC and the steps required for preparation.
Dr. Troy Pittman is an internationally recognized expert in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast and body. Dr. Pittman is Board-Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery and practices the full spectrum of Plastic Surgery procedures. He has specific interest and expertise in aesthetic surgery of the breast, including complex revision breast surgery.
Michael Somenek, M.D., is a facial plastic surgeon in Washington, D.C. whose practice offers specialized cosmetic and reconstructive services. In addition to his high levels of experience and talent, Dr. Somenek is also a compassionate and warm surgeon who finds personal fulfillment in helping patients rejuvenate their appearances and their confidence. Request a consultation online to meet personally with Dr. Somenek, or call our office to schedule a consultation.