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A breast reduction may be considered to be a reconstructive procedure for some women – reducing the size of large breasts that are causing a variety of unwanted symptoms and issues. It can also be thought of as a cosmetic… Read More

So your breasts are very large. You may be experiencing a lot of discomfort related to their disproportionate size – neck, back and shoulder pains that are made worse with physical activities. There may be a constant and uncomfortable heaviness… Read More

A question that I am asked by more than a few of my patients seeking a breast reduction is if they will also need breast implants as part of the procedure. Some of these women have heard either from other… Read More

Your breasts are very large. Disproportionately large. You are experiencing significant neck, back and shoulder pains. Your bra straps are digging into your shoulders causing constant discomfort. Engaging in any vigorous physical activity is uncomfortable, exhausting and embarrassing. Finding a… Read More

Having disproportionately large breasts can adversely affects a woman’s quality of life in so many ways. There are the frequent symptoms that may include neck, back and shoulder pains, rashes, skin irritation, skin breakdown and even foul odors. Many experience… Read More

As a group, women who have had a breast reduction are at the top of the list of the happiest patients for any plastic surgery procedure. This is a well-known fact especially in polite plastic surgery circles. There is a… Read More

  For years, breast reduction surgery has consistently ranked at the top of all plastic surgery procedures in the United States in terms of satisfaction with the results. Having performed this surgery in Arizona for 33 years now, I can… Read More

Before undergoing their breast reduction surgery, many women are regularly wearing and even living in their underwire bras. Though they can be uncomfortable to wear when you have very large breasts, not wearing them is a far more unpleasant choice…. Read More

Gynecomastia, or enlarged male breasts, is typically thought of as a cosmetic issue. That is, having breasts that are feminine in appearance – an understandably distressing, embarrassing and even anxiety producing situation – is not otherwise associated with any physical… Read More

  Breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) ranks right at the very top of the list of plastic surgery procedures when it comes to happiness and satisfaction with the outcome and the positive long term benefits. The numerous untoward issues associated… Read More

Breast reductions in women are the top plastic surgery procedure with regard to patient satisfaction of the outcome. When performed appropriately by a good plastic surgeon, it is almost unheard of that a woman regrets having undergone the procedure. And… Read More

Breasts that are excessively large for a woman’s physique can be debilitating on many levels. In addition to causing physical discomfort and emotional stress, they can also turn seemingly normal activities – such as playing sports or shopping for clothes… Read More

The appearance of overly large breasts in men is a relatively common condition that affects males both young and old. Although the term “gynecomastia” is generally used in reference to this aesthetic concern, the condition may more specifically be considered… Read More

Big breasts can be a real giant problem even for an actress – and a fairly well known actress at that. Yes, you did read that correctly! As incredible as that may sound, it is absolutely true. Well, at least,… Read More

Women with small breasts often vocalize their “jealousy” of their friends who have naturally large breasts. >“You are so lucky!” and “I wish my breasts were like yours!” are commonly stated or, at least, thought. However, things are not necessarily… Read More

Breast reduction patients are the happiest of all plastic surgery patients and the reasons are numerous. For most, it is the alleviation of the neck, back and shoulder pain that ranks at the top. Some other common sources of satisfaction… Read More

As I have noted previously in several blogs including Breast Reduction Surgery: Plastic Surgery Study on the Satisfaction of the Results and Breast Reduction Surgery In A Woman Wearing a 36G Bra , virtually all women who have undergone breast… Read More

Perhaps you recently gave birth to either your last child or your first and only one and are still carrying around your baby weight. Maybe you are also breast feeding or just recently stopped. What an exciting and wonderful but… Read More

Dr. Steven Turkeltaub addresses breast reduction fears regarding pain, sagging, loss of nipple sensation, ability to breastfeed, and insurance coverage. Phoenix, AZ – Dr. Steven Turkeltaub has over 25 years of experience helping women who struggle with breasts that are… Read More

Myth #1: Recovery from breast reduction is extremely painful Truth: During the first few days for most women, the discomfort levels ranges from fairly minimal to moderate and is usually well controlled by pain medication. Of course, some patients experience… Read More