Okay I'm not girl, but I know someone who is interested in getting one (mainly because of her back problems)
What are your experiences? What should she look for in a doctor, please be serious.
2007-02-15 07:43:36 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Thanks for all your responses it's informative and will help my friend with her decision.
2007-02-15 09:19:24 · update #1
It took me a few months to find a doctor I liked to do my breast surgery, but it's so important that you take the time. A good surgeon makes all the difference.
Check out the surgeon's accreditions, and see if she is board certified. Ask to see pictures of the surgeon's work, and ask if you're allowed to contact any of the surgeon's former patients to ask about their experiences. Ask how many of these surgeries he has performed, and HOW MANY YEARS he has been doing it (this is important because sometimes a plastic surgeon who has been doing for instance, nose jobs, for 20 years will start branching out into body surgeries, and not be quite as experienced in it). Any surgeon who does NOT "draw" on you at the first appointment to get an idea of what she'll be cutting is probably a no-no.
Also, the way the surgeon conducts himself while in the room with you is important. Does he answer your questions with patience, or do you get the idea he'd rather be teeing off right about now? A good surgeon will take your concerns seriously, will spend as much time with you as it takes to answer your questions, and will let you know that she'll be available to you after surgery if you develop problems (infections, fever, etc.).
Hope this helped and good luck to you and your friend.
2007-02-15 07:55:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I looked for a doctor that not only had sympathy and a good bed side manner, but also had a touch of arrogance. I seen over 10 doctors and ended up going with the first one. I looked at pictures, websites, everything...to see their work before I decided. Most of the doctors also have patient references they are able to put you in contact with for direct opinions. And don't let the rude person above say fatty......I am 5 feet tall and tiny to have the boobs I got rid of. It's definitely a life style change. Also make sure the plastic surgeon is on the plastic surgery board.
2007-02-15 08:52:40 · answer #2 · answered by Moosey 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
i had a breast reduction back in 1992 the first bit of advice i can give someone who is wanting a breast reduction is to LOOSE ALL THE WEIGHT YOU NEED TO LOSE BEFORE THE SURGERY because the Dr. will only reduce the breasts to "fit" the body. i had a pound and a half taken off of each breast.(just think what 3 pounds of hamburger looks like)..BUT with weight gain.. i probably gained 3 pounds back on each. My breasts was bound for weeks on end for healing. i wouldn't have it done in the summer time because you do sweat and are not allowed to shower or get the bandage wet. (you wear a corset type top) drain tubes are inserted on the sides of the breasts that are removed once everything has healed. make sure your friend finds a reputable Dr. and have her ask to look at pictures of other patients. (they do not take pictures of the face, just "bent over" pictures showing how the boobs look for insurance purposes.) The cost of my surgery was 10 grand. (paid for by insurance) i have very little feeling in one of my nipples, but its not a problem. (from the removal and replacement of the nipple area during surgery). GOOD LUCK!!
2007-02-15 07:58:03 · answer #3 · answered by Joannie W 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I have been contemplating getting one. But, it is a pretty invasive surgery that is supposed to be pretty painful and can risk nipple sensitivity. But, I have known quite a few women who really loved the end result and are very happy they did it. I haven't heard anything negative about it other than it hurts and it's a pretty big surgery. I still haven't made up my mind yet.
And, she wants a plastic surgeon. You want someone who listens, answers all your questions and can go into detail about the procedure and what to expect. If she's unhappy about a doctor, she can shop around until she finds one she's comfortable with.
2007-02-15 07:48:00 · answer #4 · answered by Groovy 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING THAT I CAN SAY IS THAT TELL HER TO HAVE HER KIDS FIRST...... (cause her chances of breastfeeding go way down to almost not being able to do it at all and she;ll regret it!!!) I got one when i was 17 and now i;m married and trying to have kids and i can't breastfeed..... at 17 i didn't think i would care but now that I'm older it really bothers me
i also don;t really have any feelings left in my nipples .... but my back doesn't hurt as much as it did
and as for looking for a doctor tell her to go to a female to do her surgery cause i had a female and u can hardly tell i had a breast reduction but my sister went to a male and her boobs are now dis formed.... and i know another girl that went to a guy as well and hers didn't turn out so good either.... but also tell her to see a few surgeons before she picks one cause she'll be able to pick one by the feeling she gets when shes talking to them.....
2007-02-15 07:53:36 · answer #5 · answered by laydenirvine 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
See at least three PS's.
Find someone that is in her insurance network. You would have to pay more out of pocket expenses going out of network.
Two weeks off of work minimum, more if she is in an active job.
Make sure you look at their before and after pictures.
http://www.breasthealthonline.com
http://www.bfar.org
I had mine done Feb 20, 2006 and do not regret it one bit!
38J to 38C
2007-02-15 10:58:58 · answer #6 · answered by Terri 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
why would anyone reduce their breasts. thats just crazy talk!
2007-02-15 07:48:03 · answer #7 · answered by steve 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋