Breast Reduction

Although we tend to hear more talk about breast augmentation, Dr. Bogdan and Dr. Cason also specialize in creating beautiful, natural-looking results from breast reduction surgery. Women with overly large breasts — a condition called macromastia — can greatly benefit from breast reduction surgery. The procedure has one of the highest rates of patient satisfaction of all plastic surgeries, due to the physical and psychological relief it provides to women with very large, heavy breasts. It is important to note that our practice is exclusively cosmetic. As such, we do NOT participate in any insurance programs, and cannot work with insurance companies to cover a breast reduction.

Communities We Serve

If you live in or around Grapevine, Texas, you’re likely to hear about 2301 Plastic Surgery when you research breast enhancement surgeons. In addition to serving the breast surgery needs of women from the immediate area, we also routinely help women who make the short drive to our plastic surgery practice from these neighboring areas:

• Fort Worth
• Frisco
• Plano
• The larger Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) metro region

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Breast Reduction and Tummy Tuck

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In the heart of Texas, a 47-year-old patient sought the expert services of Michael A. Bogdan MD at 2301 Plastic Surgery for a combination of breast reduction and mommy makeover procedures that included an abdominoplasty. With a height of 5'1" inches and weighing 135 pounds prior to the surgery, this patient was notably defined by a significan...
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Surgeon: Michael A. Bogdan MD

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This 41 year old patient from Dallas, TX wanted to restore her pre-pregnancy body after 3 children. Southlake plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Cason performed an extended abdominoplasty, 360 degree liposuction, and a breast lift to give her a flat abdomen, youthful breasts, and restore her pre-pregnancy curves.
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Surgeon: Roger Cason, MD

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Breast Reduction >800gm

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The above photo gallery provides an informative comparison of one of Dr. Bogdan's patients who underwent a Breast Reduction to alleviate the discomfort caused by her large size G breasts.  Her wise pattern (anchor scar) breast reduction, resulted in the removal of over 800 grams from each breast. The desired outcome was achieved, the pat...
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Surgeon: Michael A. Bogdan MD

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This patient from the Dallas area was bothered by her heavy, drooping breasts. She desired a reduction in addition to a lift. Southlake plastic surgeon Dr. Roger Cason performed a breast reduction. This not only removed excess breast tissue to help with the patient's symptomatic back pain, but also repositioned the nipple and gave the breast...
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Surgeon: Roger Cason, MD

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Surgeon: Michael A. Bogdan MD

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Breast Reduction

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Opting to have a Breast Reduction by Dr. Bogdan might be motivated by numerous factors, one of which may include discomfort due to the weight and shape of excessively large breasts. In the case of the patient pictured above, this 21-year old woman found her size DD breasts were limiting her active lifestyle and made her self-conscious. She so...
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Breast reduction to treat Macromastia

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This 24 year old woman was a wonderful candidate for breast reduction surgery.  After removal of 5 lb of breast tissue and reshaping her breasts, she feels much happier with her appearance!

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Breast Reduction >500gm

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With a desire for smaller, more manageable breasts, this 56-year-old woman visited Dr. Bogdan in search of a solution. Displaying symptoms common to those in need of a Breast Reduction in Fort Worth, Plano, & Frisco, the patient had a cup size of G and weighed 160 pounds at the time of consultation. The patient sought relief from the disc...
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Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

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Who Is a Candidate for Breast Reduction?

Breast reduction is an appropriate procedure if you are self-conscious about large breasts, they are causing physical discomfort, they limit a physically active lifestyle, or a combination of these issues. Many breast reduction patients spend years dealing with symptoms associated with overly large breasts, including:

• Neck, back, and shoulder pain
• Posture problems
• Rashes and skin irritation under the breasts
• Painful indentations from bra straps
• Enlarged areolae
• Extensive sagging, stretched skin, stretch marks

Psychological reasons are just as compelling as physical discomfort for patients considering breast reduction. Like most plastic surgeons, Dr. Bogdan and Dr. Cason have heard breast reduction patients describe the unwanted attention they get because of the size of their breasts. Some of these women get teased as adolescents and feel the need to hide their bodies beneath baggy, shapeless clothing due to their self-consciousness.

Choosing Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast reduction surgery removes excess breast tissue, skin, and fat using incisions made directly on the breast. It is typically performed as an outpatient procedure utilizing general anesthesia.

The most common and most reliable form of the operation uses the anchor incision, also commonly used for breast lift. To help patients understand why this type of incision is needed, Dr. Bogdan created an animated video. As you’ll see, the surgery involves moving the nipple areolar complex without detaching it from its blood supply or sensory nerves.

Performing Breast Reduction

Anchor Incision

The anchor incision is the most common technique used in breast reduction because our surgeons can remove more breast tissue, fat, and skin without compromising the aesthetic results. Because the nipple must be repositioned during breast reduction, the incision encircles the entire areola. From the areola, a vertical incision bisects the lower portion of the breast and then meets with a curved incision along the underside of the breast. Excess breast tissue, skin, and fat is removed through these incisions and, in some cases, reduces the size of the areolas. The nipple is then repositioned higher on the breast while it remains attached to nerves and blood vessels. The incisions are sutured and the result is a lifted and tightened breast that is more in proportion with the patient’s body.

Vertical Incision

A vertical breast reduction uses what is sometimes called a “lollipop” incision because it encircles the areola and then descends in a straight line. The result is similar to a lollipop shape. No horizontal incision near the base of the breast is necessary because less breast tissue, fat, and skin is removed during the procedure. This incision method is appropriate for women who require a lesser degree of reduction.

Optimal Results

Breast reduction surgery involves more than just making your breasts smaller. It is an aesthetic procedure that involves sculpting and re-shaping the breasts into a pleasing contour. As with any cosmetic surgery procedure, it is critical that you choose a plastic surgeon with high levels of training, experience, and patient satisfaction. A surgeon with Dr. Bogdan’s and Dr. Cason’s skill and experience creates incisions with meticulous care, but some patients may still develop visible scarring. Our surgeons thoroughly discusses scar care with each patient to ensure your results are cosmetically pleasing.