Breast Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons
Nipple piercings and breast lifts
I understand usually metal nipple piercings need to be taken out for most surgeries, but usually I've been able to replace them with a metal...
Metal nipple piercings or a metal retainer should be removed prior to any breast surgery. These items are considered contaminated and harbor...
Still too big after BR. What can be done!?
I had a bilateral breast reduction 9 weeks ago to relieve back pain symptoms and because I have spent my life hating them and wanted them gone. I am...
First, please try to be patient, your problem is temporary, and can be solved. Your outcome is not as expected, and this is stressful. Please do...
Karate
Hello, I have slight tuberous breasts, nothing too serious but still reasonably bad and enough for me to want to make a change. However I practice...
You can have an improvement (perfection is a little more lofty) with implants in terms of appearances and fullness and once healed, your activities...
Breast Augmentation with Lift
I had breast augmentation with a lift 8 days ago. Every time I move my left arm either to pull or push, it feels like the implant is moving...
After breast augmentation (with or without lift), and after most operations we perform, patients have questions. We thoroughly discuss during...
Breast Reduction
At 18 I was a 32 DDD. I had my daughter at 26 and now at 28 I am a 34J. We might still have another baby in the future but I'm sick of waiting for a...
We understand your concerns. You certainly meet criteria to have a breast reduction and experience great relief of physical, social and financial...
What would I need to do?
I am a bit bigger than a DD cup. I have been at this size since I was 14 and I am currently 17. I have some back pain from it and I also believe it...
You are smart to do your research. Large breast size may certainly be causing your back pain and breathing issues. Most insurance pays for breast...
Breast reduction
In 2008 I had breast reduction but was left with one side untouched. I have since lost over 100 pounds and it looks awful. I don't understand why...
First, congratulations on your weight loss success. Second, we can imaging how challenging it is to have achieved a healthy weight, but be left with...
Nipple piercings after breast reduction
I had a breast reduction in early August 2018 and I want to get my nipples pierced. I was wondering if I was good to go ahead or need to wait a...
Healing should generally be sufficient for piercing after 6-8 weeks. However this is a question best answered by your own surgeon, based on his or...
Reconstruction implant breast surgery
I had mastectomy and implant surgery Feb 1st on my left breast. From day one after surgery I've had this little area at top of breast that’s always...
After a mastectomy, in addition to all the breast tissue that is removed, most of the blood supply and nerves providing sensation is removed. This...
BRCA1 Gene and Breast Augmentation
I’ve been wanting to get breast augmentation for a while now, however, I just found out I have the BRCA1 Gene. My question is, is it bad to get one...
No, the incidence of developing breast cancer is definitely higher and you should be aware of that going into the procedure. You also could consider...
Recently Answered Questions
Nipple piercings and breast lifts
I understand usually metal nipple piercings need to be taken out for most surgeries, but usually I've been able to replace them with a metal...
Metal nipple piercings or a metal retainer should be removed prior to any breast surgery. These items are considered contaminated and harbor...
Droopy eyelid
My one eyebrow is lower than the other which causes my one eyelid to droop. Should I go for Botox or fillers to lift my brow? I am 37 years old...
Drooping Single Eyebrow...
Still too big after BR. What can be done!?
I had a bilateral breast reduction 9 weeks ago to relieve back pain symptoms and because I have spent my life hating them and wanted them gone. I am...
First, please try to be patient, your problem is temporary, and can be solved. Your outcome is not as expected, and this is stressful. Please do...