Breast Reduction
Sizing Down, Stepping Up
Why Choose Plastic Surgery Associates for Breast Reduction?
Conveniently located to serve the areas of Santa Rosa and Sonoma County, CA — When it comes to breast reduction surgery, expertise and personalized care are crucial. At Plastic Surgery Associates, our board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, and Dr. Culbertson, are leaders in breast reduction procedures in Northern California. Choose Plastic Surgery Associates for your breast reduction and benefit from our expertise, dedication, and commitment to improving both your physical comfort and self-confidence
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Breast Reduction Before & Afters
Breast Reduction at a Glance
- Procedure: Removes excess breast tissue and skin to reduce breast size
- Benefits: Alleviates physical discomfort, improves body proportion, enhances self-esteem
- Downtime: Typically 1-2 weeks for initial recovery; full results visible in 3-6 months
- Duration: Results are generally long-lasting, with continued benefits over time
- Candidacy: Ideal for women experiencing physical or emotional discomfort due to overly large breasts
About Breast Reduction
What is a breast reduction?
Abnormally large breasts can create social, functional, and physical concerns for women. Learn more about how our breast reduction in Northern California can help you feel comfortable and confident.
Furthermore, uneven and very large breasts can lead to self-confidence issues and overall embarrassment, as well as aches and pains. Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, and Dr. Culbertson are plastic surgeons in Northern California treating patients in Sonoma and Marin County to get back their confidence and feel more comfortable through surgical reduction of the breasts.
This aesthetic surgery at Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa removes excess breast fat and skin, as well as unhealthy tissue to redefine and reshape the breasts to a more compatible size. Breast reduction surgery also reshapes the size of the nipples/areolas and moves them so they are in proportion with the new size. In most situations, a breast lift can also be implemented to produce a more taut and younger-looking appearance.
How it Works — Surgical Technique
What is the breast reduction procedure like?
Discover the techniques we use to help our clients find relief with a breast reduction in Northern California.
Surgical breast reduction is an outpatient process and is conducted with the patient under general anesthesia. The timing of surgery depends on several factors, including the complexity of the incision, the general reduction technique, and finally, how much reduction is required. The areola and nipple area repositioning is also a factor.
For most patients, liposuction is necessary for fat and tissue elimination to reduce breast size. During the private consultation, all of these aspects are addressed with Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, and Dr. Culbertson. Scarring is also scrupulously examined and talked through as it is likely to occur. However, surgical skill and advanced techniques have led to a noticeable reduction in the visibility of scarring. Based on the intricacy of the size and overall reduction, either an inverted-T or a straight line (vertical) incision will be incorporated. Breast fat and tissue will then be removed, and the existing skin and tissue will be pulled tight and secured.
Unburdened Beauty
Am I an ideal candidate for breast reduction?
Learn About Breast Reduction In Northern California.— If you are challenged with excessively large breasts that create obstacles in your everyday life, a breast reduction may be what you need to get the figure you wish for. Breast reduction is helpful for women who experience physical symptoms or find it difficult to live a fulfilled and active life because of the weight of their breasts.
If you also deal with consistent skin problems, like redness along the bra line, excessive sweating of the breasts, as well as back or neck pain, breast reduction surgery can ameliorate these medical conditions. It’s crucial that patients are close to a normal weight and choose a trained plastic surgeon, like Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, or Dr. Culbertson, who listens to their desired outcome and has the aptitude to create a pleasing and natural appearance.
Embrace Comfort and Confidence
What are the benefits of breast reduction?
- Physical Relief:
- Enhanced Mobility
- IImproved Appearance
- Boosted Self-Confidence:
- Better Health: • Reduces skin irritation and rashes • Can improve overall quality of life
At Plastic Surgery Associates, we're committed to helping you achieve these benefits through expert breast reduction surgery tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Conditions Transformed by Breast Reduction
What conditions does a breast reduction address?
PHYSICAL PAIN AND DISCOMFORT
- Condition: Chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain due to excess breast weight
- Treatment: Removes excess breast tissue, reducing strain on upper body
POOR POSTURE:
- Condition: Rounded shoulders and hunched back caused by heavy breasts
- Treatment: Lightens breast load, allowing for improved posture
SKIN IRRITATION
- Condition: Rashes and infections under the breasts
- Treatment: Reduces breast size, minimizing skin-to-skin contact and moisture buildup
DIFFICULTY WITH PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
- Condition: Limited ability to participate in sports or exercise
- Treatment: Creates more proportionate breast size, increasing mobility and comfort during activities
BREATHING PROBLEMS
- Condition: Shortness of breath due to chest heaviness
- Treatment: Alleviates pressure on the chest by reducing breast volume
BRA STRAP GROOVES
- Condition: Deep indentations on shoulders from bra straps
- Treatment: Decreases breast weight, reducing pressure on bra straps
ASYMMETRY
- Condition: Noticeably different-sized breasts
- Treatment: Balances breast size for improved symmetry
PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS
- Condition: Self-consciousness or embarrassment about breast size
- Treatment: Creates more proportionate breasts, boosting self-esteem and body image
CLOTHING FIT ISSUES
- Condition: Difficulty finding properly fitting clothes
- Treatment: Improves body proportions, allowing for better clothing fit
SLEEP DISTURBANCES
- Condition: Discomfort when lying down due to breast size
- Treatment: Reduces breast volume for increased comfort in various sleeping positions
At Plastic Surgery Associates, our expert surgeons tailor each breast reduction procedure to address your specific concerns, ensuring comprehensive relief from these conditions while enhancing your overall quality of life.
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Attain the breast shape and size you dream about by scheduling a breast reduction at Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa. Our plastic surgeons will help you create a personalized procedure plan that meets your needs and cosmetic goals so you can see beautiful, natural-looking results. By addressing the size, shape, position, and skin of your breasts, your breast reduction can lead to a younger appearance. Make a consultation with Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, or Dr. Culbertson at our Santa Rosa, California office to find out more information about your options for breast surgery.
What to Expect — After the Treatment
Breast Reduction Recovery
Here’s what to expect when you undergo our breast reduction in Northern California. —
Once surgery has been completed, you will be monitored closely in our comfortable recovery facility and then discharged home to begin the healing process. A small, tube-like draining device is usually inserted near the incision area to reduce bleeding and swelling. A compression bra will be put in place for a few days that will boost blood circulation to the breasts during the immediate recovery.
Small Change, Big Impact
Breast Reduction Results
In a month or so, the breasts will position themselves and settle, and the post-surgery effects will diminish. The vast majority of patients at Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa say they feel lighter, relieved, and more reassured. Following surgical breast reduction, you can enjoy the clothes you could not wear before and feel enthusiastic about your new shape. Keep in mind, it is important to maintain a healthy body weight so the outcomes are not affected in a negative way.
"The results have been huge for my self-esteem and my self-image. I can now move my body in ways I couldn’t before with the loose skin I had after my weight loss. I love my body now. I love myself. Before I’d wear baggy clothes, and now I wear clothes that fit. For the first time in 20 years, I have a flat stomach. I’m so proud of the results. I do yoga, and my recovery was so easy, nothing like what I was expecting."
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Breast Reduction
Frequently Asked Questions
Your cost for breast reduction surgery can be reviewed with Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, or Dr. Culbertson in your consultation. Typically, breast reduction costs vary with the complexity of the operation. This price includes facility fees, anesthesia, and more. When they have met with you and created your treatment plan, it is easier to calculate exact costs. Reduction surgery usually leads to a dramatic improvement in all aspects of life, which is why our staff will help you find low-interest financing to make your treatment easier to afford.
Usually, the nipples and areola will be moved up to a central position during breast reduction surgery. The vast majority of patients retain nipple sensation. If a very large amount of tissue and skin needs to be removed, your nipple-areola may be cut out and moved. Our plastic surgeons will select an incision technique so the nipple and areola are easy to move higher. It’s also possible to perform an areolar reduction to reduce the size of the areolas. Your options will be explained in your consultation before our plastic surgeons help you choose the best plan to meet your goals.
Following reduction surgery, your breasts will be smaller. However dramatic weight increases could lead to regrowth of the breasts. This is why it is better to be at a healthy weight prior to your surgery that you can easily maintain. In your consultation, we will discuss the best ways to prepare for your reduction and what you can do afterward to help make sure your results last.
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