Breast Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons

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  • 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...

    Thank you for asking. Usually patients have healed to the maximum level after 6 weeks but talk with your plastic surgeon about your specific case...

  • 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...

  • Breast Reduction

    6 MONTHS POST-OP: Is it okay for me to get nipple piercings now?

    Yes

  • Breast Reduction

    Is 920g of removal from each breast a lot? I’m due for a breast reduction March 15th and my surgeon wants to remove 920g from each of my...

    Thank you for asking. The amount to be removed is typically based on recognized tables (like the Schnur scale). The actual amount can vary a bit...

  • Am I a good candidate for a breast reduction?

    I'm a 17 year old female with size 36G breasts. My right breast is noticeably larger than the left. They cause back and neck pain, sore shoulders...

    It sounds like you are a good candidate for a breast reduction. You should consult with a plastic surgeon. The main negative for you would be the...

  • Breast implants removal and breast lift scars

    I have 325cc implants for five years and now I would like to remove them. In order to have a breast lift performed at the same time, is there a new...

    What you ask about can certainly be done but perhaps you may not need a lift at all, especially if you are not wanting any scarring around the areola...

  • Losing Weight after a Reduction

    I am having breast reduction surgery next week, I had twins 8 months ago and still have 25-30 pounds of baby weight I am determined to get off after...

    Losing weight after a reduction will impact your size depending on how much weight you lose and where the weight comes off of you. Ideally, if you...

  • Breast implants

    Hi, I had breast implants 545cc over the muscle, but my left side is rippling, so I'd like to revise to 350-400cc under the muscle without a breast...

    It really depends on what your tissue is like so its impossible to predict without an exam. Downsizing will not resolve your rippling and when going...

  • Will Breast Augmentation affect breastfeeding?

    I had breast augmentation 16 years ago. The surgeon went through my areola. I had to have the right breast redone due to capsular contracture shortly...

    Nipple incisions will adversely impact your ability to breast feed. And if you weren't successful before, it is doubtful you will be able to this...

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  • 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...

    Thank you for asking. Usually patients have healed to the maximum level after 6 weeks but talk with your plastic surgeon about your specific case...

  • 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...

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