Breast Reduction in Biloxi, MS
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Breast Reduction in Biloxi, MS
FAQ
The Best Candidates for Breast Reduction
Planning Your Breast Reduction Surgery
Additionally, many breast reductions surgeries are considered cosmetic and elective. Because of this, you may need to plan for it in terms of the financial aspect of the procedure. If the surgery is to relieve back and shoulder pain, you may want to check your health insurance plan to see if they provide any coverage for the surgery.
Preparing for Your Breast Reduction Surgery
Because breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia, it is necessary to have someone bring you to the procedure, take you home, and stay with you for the first 24 hours following the surgery.
Types of Anesthesia
Breast reduction is typically performed under general anesthesia as it can take several hours to complete depending on whether a breast lift is performed at the same time. With general anesthesia, patients are put to sleep in an unconscious state so that they feel nothing. It is administered through intravenous medications and inhalation. This is common for surgeries that are longer and more involved.
The Breast Reduction Procedure
A breast reduction procedure is a more involved surgery as the surgeon must first remove breast tissue and then reshape the breasts to have a natural and attractive appearance. Breast reductions often involve a breast lift following the actual reduction so that the breasts are in their natural upright position.
To perform the procedure, an incision is made in the breast, most often in one of two ways – under the crease of the breast or around the areola and vertically down the breast. If necessary, the areola may be reduced in size. The breast tissue is then removed, and the breasts are lifted and reshaped to an upright, natural position.
The incisions are then stitched, and bandages are applied followed by gauze wrapped around the breasts several times to keep the breasts in place. A compression bra may be worn as well to hold the breasts in place as the healing process begins.
After Your Breast Reduction Surgery
Most patients return to work after a week followed by a normal routine after a month. Scarring is visible but significantly fades over the next several months.
How Much Does a Breast Reduction Cost in Mississippi?
The cost of breast reduction surgery varies with each patient. It is based on the size of the breasts and whether a breast lift is done at the same time. During a consultation, we discuss the cost and our payment options with you. Additionally, we offer financing through CareCredit® and accept cash, checks and major credit cards.
Getting Back to Normal Following Breast Reduction Surgery
Your New Look
If you live in or around Southern Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama, and are looking for a board-certified plastic surgeon to perform a breast reduction, contact Michael Diaz, M.D., F.A.C.S. in Biloxi, MS, today to set up an appointment.