Breast Reduction Surgery in New Jersey and New York

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Rediscover Comfort and Confidence with Breast Reduction Surgery

What is Breast Reduction?

Breast reduction is a surgical procedure that removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to reduce the size and weight of the breasts. By reshaping and lifting the breasts, breast reduction helps create a more balanced, proportional silhouette. This procedure not only provides a more youthful appearance, but also alleviates physical discomforts such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, skin irritation, and difficulty finding well-fitting clothing. At Specialized Plastic Surgery, our approach to breast reduction is customized for each patient, ensuring that results are natural, symmetrical, and in harmony with your body.

Why Choose a Breast Reduction?

Breast reduction offers numerous benefits, both physical and emotional, making it a life-changing procedure for many women. Key benefits include:

Reducing Physical Discomfort

Large breasts can cause chronic pain in the back, neck, and shoulders. Breast reduction alleviates these issues, making daily activities and exercise more comfortable.

Improved Mobility and Fitness

Smaller, lighter breasts allow for greater ease and comfort in physical activities, from running to yoga.

Enhanced Body Proportion and Symmetry

By creating a balanced shape, breast reduction enhances your silhouette, making clothing fit better and boosting self-confidence.

Relief from Skin Irritation and Discomfort

Reducing breast size alleviates skin chafing and indentations from bra straps, common issues for those with large breasts.

If you’re experiencing physical or emotional discomfort from overly large breasts, breast reduction can be a transformative option that enhances both comfort and aesthetics.

Who is a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction?

Ideal candidates for breast reduction are in overall good health, have realistic expectations, and are non-smokers. You may be a good candidate if:

You experience chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain due to large breasts.
Your breast size limits physical activity or causes self-consciousness.
You have indentations from bra straps or persistent skin irritations beneath the breasts.
You are looking for a permanent solution to achieve smaller, more balanced breasts.

During your consultation at Specialized Plastic Surgery, our plastic surgeons will assess your health, anatomy, and goals to determine if breast reduction is the best choice for you.

Expert Techniques for Breast Reduction

Specialized Plastic Surgery offers several breast reduction techniques tailored to each patient’s anatomy and desired results:

Liposuction Reduction: For patients with minor reduction needs and good skin elasticity, liposuction can reduce breast size with minimal scarring.
Vertical (Lollipop) Reduction: Using a circular incision around the areola and a vertical line down the breast crease, this technique allows for significant tissue removal and reshaping.
Anchor (Inverted-T) Reduction: For substantial reductions, the anchor technique involves incisions around the areola, vertically to the breast crease, and horizontally along the crease, allowing for comprehensive reshaping and lifting.

Our expert plastic surgeons will recommend the best technique based on your anatomy and reduction goals, prioritizing minimal scarring and optimal contour.

Performed under general anesthesia, breast reduction surgery typically takes about 3-4 hours. Here’s a brief overview of the process:

Incision Placement: The chosen incision type is made based on your individual needs and the degree of reduction desired.
Removal and Reshaping: Excess tissue, fat, and skin are removed, and the breast is reshaped to a balanced contour. The nipple and areola may also be repositioned.
Closing the Incision: Incisions are closed with precision to minimize scarring and promote a smooth recovery.

Each step is conducted with your safety, comfort, and satisfaction in mind, ensuring a positive surgical experience and excellent results.

After breast reduction, patients typically experience swelling, soreness, and mild bruising, which gradually subsides over the first few days. Our enhanced recovery protocol includes thorough aftercare instruction and support. You can expect to:

Return to work within 1-2 weeks, depending on your job’s physical demands.
Avoid strenuous activities for 4-6 weeks.
Enjoy final results within a few months, as swelling fully resolves and scars begin to fade.

Our team schedules follow-up appointments to monitor your healing and answer any questions you may have as you recover.

See the real-life transformations achieved by our patients through breast reduction surgery. Visit our Before and After Gallery to view our results and visualize the possibilities of your own transformation.

Schedule a Breast Reduction Consultation Today

If you’re considering breast reduction surgery in New Jersey or New York, Specialized Plastic Surgery is here to support you through each step of your journey. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward relief, comfort, and renewed confidence.

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Insurance Coverage for Breast Reductions

In many cases, breast reduction surgery may be covered by health insurance if it is deemed medically necessary. While every insurance provider has its own criteria, coverage is often approved when overly large breasts cause symptoms that significantly impact a patient’s health and daily life. Common reasons insurance may cover breast reduction include:

Chronic neck, shoulder, and back pain caused by the weight of large breasts
Painful grooves in the shoulders from bra straps digging into the skin
Chronic skin irritation or rashes under the breast fold (intertrigo)
Posture problems or spinal issues related to breast size
Numbness of tingling in the arms and hands due to nerve compression
Limitations in physical activity of exercise
Difficulty finding properly fitting clothing or bras that provide adequate support

At Specialized Plastic Surgery, our experienced surgical coordinators handle the entire insurance process for you – including contacting your insurance provider, submitting pre-authorization requests, and providing all required medical documentation. Our goal is to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible, so you can focus on feeling better.

If your procedure is not covered by insurance, we offer financing options to make breast reduction more accessible.

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Breast Reduction Insurance FAQs

Does insurance cover breast reduction surgery?

Yes, in many cases breast reduction is covered by insurance when it is deemed medically necessary. Insurance companies typically require documentation showing that large breasts are causing ongoing health problems that cannot be managed with non-surgical treatments.

What makes breast reduction “medically necessary”?

Breast reduction may be considered medically necessary if you experience symptoms such as:

chronic neck, shoulder, or back pain
shoulder grooves from bra straps
rashes, infections, or skin irritation under the breasts
posture or spinal issues related to breast weight
numbness or tingling in the arms or hands
difficulty exercising of performing daily activities

How do I know if I qualify for insurance coverage?

Each insurance provider has different requirements. Most will ask for:

A history of symptoms (documented by your doctor)
Records of attempted non-surgical treatments (such as physical therapy, special bras, or medications)
Photographs for medical review

Who handles the insurance paperwork?

At Specialized Plastic Surgery, our experienced surgical coordinators manage the entire insurance process for you. We contact your insurance company, submit pre-authorization requests, and provide the necessary medical documentation to make the process as smooth as possible.

What if my insurance doesn’t cover the procedure?

If your insurance company does not approve your breast reduction, you still have options. We offer financing plans that can make the procedure more affordable.