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One of the most unfortunate misconceptions about breast reduction surgery is that it is costly, leaving many women to suffer in silence, believing they can’t afford to have the relief they deserve. It shouldn’t be a secret, but for some reason, it is! We hear it all the time: Women don’t realize that their surgery could be covered by insurance.

While breast reduction surgery is performed by a cosmetic/plastic surgeon, it is generally not solely a cosmetic procedure. Women whose breast size causes them pain have legitimate medical reasons for pursuing the surgery. It relieves the tension that the weight of the breasts puts on the muscles of the neck, shoulders, and back. This tension can become so great that it can impair a woman’s ability to perform her job, lift her child, or simply enjoy the quality of her life. It can certainly prevent a woman from engaging in an active life, causing her to avoid exercise and compromise her health in the process. This tension can also have long-term effects on the body that can lead to more serious problems later in life. In short, the sooner the issue is corrected, the better.

While insurance companies vary, most of them recognize the importance of alleviating the stress that large breasts can cause the bones, muscles, and other soft tissue of the body. If you work with a reputable surgeon who can provide the proper diagnosis for your insurance company, chances are your surgery will be covered.

Of course, there are also many cosmetic benefits of breast reduction surgery. Women find that their bodies are better proportioned, and their clothes fit better. It becomes easier to find bras, blouses, and dresses that fit properly without having to look for special sizes.

Sometimes, women with large breasts feel conspicuous and hunch their shoulders to try to give the appearance of a smaller chest. The weight of the breasts may already be impairing good posture, so this will only aggravate the situation and increase back pain. After breast reduction surgery, most women have better posture – both because they no longer feel self-conscious about their size and because the bones and muscles are finally relaxed.

If you decide to have breast reduction surgery, be sure to choose your surgeon carefully. He or she should be credentialed by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Plastic surgery is my calling, and your surgeon should feel the same.

You should feel 100% comfortable with your surgeon and everyone in the office. In my practice, we welcome each patient as a friend, and we make sure that our surgical facilities are certified by the highest standards set forth for ambulatory surgery.

I have developed techniques to make the surgery as pain-free as possible for my patients, so question your doctor extensively about what to expect during and after your surgery. The best results happen when there is as little blunt force, bleeding, scarring, and pain as possible. With the proper care and an excellent surgeon, breast reduction surgery can give you a new lease on life!

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