Breast Reduction Maryland Brings levity, relief and peace of mind

If insurance will not cover the cost of breast reduction surgery, your specific procedural costs will depend on the type of breast reduction performed, the time anticipated for surgery, and whether it will be combined with other surgical procedures.

Your estimated cost may range from $8,000-$8,500.

If your breasts are heavy enough to be causing back pain, bra indentations in the shoulder, neck problems, or other muscular pain, insurance may cover the procedure. All insurance plans have a required amount of tissue removal, based on height and weight, and these requirements may differ between insurance plans. Some insurance plans require out-of-pocket costs from their subscribers. Our experienced office staff will help you determine if the breast reduction will be deemed medically necessary. If it is, your insurance will likely cover the procedure.

Breast asymmetry is a common concern for women, and in some cases, the asymmetry can be more pronounced and noticeable. Breast asymmetry can be resolved during breast reduction surgery, and the breasts can be reshaped to look more identical to one another.

For some candidates, breast reduction can be done using liposuction. Breast reduction with liposuction is done by removing the excess fat cells through tiny incisions around the breasts. Tiny incisions are precisely made and the fat is suctioned out using a small vacuum known as a cannula. Liposuction can be used for small reductions in patients who desire barely visible scars or for patients who have complicated medical histories that may challenge healing.

There is not necessarily an ideal age for breast reduction surgery, and the effects of the procedure tend to be permanent. However, it’s important to keep in mind that gaining weight can cause new fat to be deposited in the breasts, which could significantly increase their size. For this reason, some women who undergo surgery at a young age, and then go on to have children and/or go through menopause may require re-reduction down the line.

In most cases, breast reduction will be permanent, as the skin, fat and tissue removed during the procedure cannot come back. However, gaining a significant amount of weight can lead to the breasts becoming larger later on, so it’s important to maintain a healthy lifestyle and stable weight to ensure the longevity of your results.

Scars come in three varieties. With liposuction, only three to four small incisions will be made on either side, barely visible. With only a limited, small reduction, a lollipop incision may result, with an incision around the nipple and down the breast midline. Standard reductions typically have a keyhole incision, including the lollipop with an incision along the crease under the breast.

Dr. Shermak is particularly focused on achieving the best possible scar outcome, and she will discuss with her patients the steps they need to take to optimize scar outcome, depending on where the patient is on her timeline after surgery.

Typically, nipple sensation in a large breast with low-positioned nipples is low. Breast reduction more often results in a more sensitive nipple, though about 10% of the time, sensation may be lower after surgery.

Breast reduction surgery boasts one of the highest satisfaction rates, as the procedure reduces preoperative symptoms, such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, posture problems, bra strap grooving, skin hygiene issues, and chest discomfort. Sometimes, healing challenges are encountered, but even so, the resolution of symptoms leads to a high satisfaction rate.

Prior to surgery, health status should be optimized as much as possible, without embarking on a brand-new lifestyle. A healthy diet, exercise, and vitamins are great to aid in proper healing. Dr. Shermak requires that smokers stop smoking for at least three months. Dr. Shermak may also ask you to have a mammogram prior to your surgery, especially if you are over 40 years of age and have not had a mammogram in over a year.

For the week prior to your surgery, you’ll need to stop taking aspirin and specific anti-inflammatory drugs or supplements. These drugs and supplements thin the blood and can cause oozing during your procedure, so it’s important to stop taking them before your surgery.