Virginia Beach
Introduction
Breasts that are too large can affect your self-image and can lead to physical pain, interfering with an active lifestyle. Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, involves removing excess fat, glandular tissue, and skin to achieve a more proportionate breast size. Dr. Carney utilizes the vertical technique with a minimum incision, reducing or removing the need for an incision under the breast. If you are seeking breast reduction in Newport News and the greater Virginia Beach area, contact The Carney Center to learn more.
Breast reduction, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure that targets excess fat, skin, and tissue to reduce the size of the breasts. Reduction mammoplasty can significantly reduce back and neck pain, allowing you to enjoy increased activity. The results should improve your overall proportions and restore your self-confidence. The procedure can be done on one or both breasts.
Our patients who have received breast reduction surgery in Virginia Beach have enjoyed a boost in their self-confidence. Other benefits include:
The best candidates for breast reduction surgery in the Virginia Beach area will have fully developed breasts. Ideal candidates will have some of the following characteristics:
Before deciding to undergo breast reduction surgery in Virginia Beach, you’ll have a consultation with one of our expert surgeons at The Carney Center. During your one-on-one consultation with the surgeon, they will ask you about your full medical history, including any medical conditions, previous surgeries or treatments, drug allergies, current medications, and use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal substances. Our surgeons utilize the latest imaging technology, allowing you to obtain a realistic 3D image of your own body within a couple of minutes. During your consultation with your surgeon, you will discuss your preferences, and they will provide options based on your anatomy and desires. With the 3D image, you will be able to assess your options and confirm the choice that best suits your wishes and your body.
Once you are both ready to proceed with the treatment, your surgeon will design a personalized plan for you, which you can then take to our scheduling department.
On the day of your breast reduction treatment, your surgeon and their team will receive you and get you settled at The Carney Center. A member of the staff will review your surgical plan to ensure you are fully ready to proceed. Once you are ready, a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) will administer anesthesia.
Once your surgeon creates the incision you chose during the initial consultation, they will have access to the underlying tissue. They will remove the excess fat, skin, and tissue, and reshape the breast to your aesthetic goals. In this situation, the areola is sometimes repositioned to create harmony in the overall appearance. At the end of the procedure, your surgeon will close the incisions with sutures and apply a compression bra.
Without complications, and on average, breast reduction surgery should take between two and three hours.
Following surgery, your breasts will be wrapped in gauze dressings, and you may be asked to wear a surgical bra, and drain tubes may also be necessary to prevent the accumulation of fluid. Patients will notice that their breasts are tender to the touch. They must rest and keep the compression bra on.
While normal activities can be resumed within a few days, patients are recommended to avoid strenuous activity for up to six weeks.
The cost of breast reduction in Newport News and Virginia Beach can vary depending on the technique used and the surgeon’s fees, among other factors. The most efficient way to arrive at a final price is to schedule your consultation at The Carney Center, allowing one of our expert surgeons to design your surgical plan.
The Carney Center is a family-founded and run surgical institute that offers a wide range of aesthetic surgery with a particular focus on the face. Our surgeons strive for perfection in all aspects of their cosmetic practice to help patients achieve their goals. Patients would be in safe and expert hands for their breast reduction surgery in Virginia Beach.
For over 30 years, board-certified plastic surgeon and founder Dr. Martin J. Carney has provided high-quality cosmetic surgery. He founded The Carney Center to deliver supreme patient satisfaction and care. Dr. Carney trained at some of the finest medical universities in the country and is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties to certify plastic surgeons. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Martin Carney III joined his father in the practice to serve the community. He has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles and multiple book chapters and presented across the country at national aesthetic and plastic surgery meetings. He serves as a peer reviewer for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Staying up to date with the literature, Dr. Carney III brings the newest and most innovative techniques in plastic surgery to his practice.
Both Dr. Carney and Dr. Carney III have hospital privileges in Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital and Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital.
If you’d like to learn more about breast reduction, please watch our educational video below. Just select the procedure from the dropdown video menu below. You can also learn more about breast reduction from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. If you would like to speak with Dr. Carney personally about breast reduction, please request a consultation or contact us with your question.
