Disproportionate, large and heavy breasts contribute to chronic back, neck and shoulder pain.  Patients also complain of recurrent rashes under the breasts, shoulder grooving (the marks left by bra straps), poor fitting clothes and the inability to exercise. 

Most times, with appropriate physical and historical evidence, a diagnosis of macromastia can be made and a breast reduction is covered by insurance.  Dr. Deutsch must be confident that he be able to remove a minimal amount at the time of surgery in order for patients to qualify for coverage.

There are several techniques for surgical reductions in terms of where incisions are made.  Dr. Deutsch will perform the best for each patient depending on their breast size and shape. Options include the traditional inverted T-Scar to the breast vs. a vertical reduction depending upon the shape and size of the breast.

Patients undergo general anesthesia and are hospitalized over night.  They are prescribed a narcotic and given a detailed instruction sheet.  Patients are instructed to wear the post-operative bra as much as possible the first week following surgery for comfort and compression.  Recovery is six weeks avoiding heavy lifting and strenuous activity.

Rare complications include infection, hematoma and chronic decreased nipple sensation.  There is also a 50% chance of inability to breast feed.

These are some of our happiest patients.  They have immediate relief of pain and are ecstatic about their new look.