Question
I would love to know if there is any type of surgery that can reduce the size of my breasts without submitting to a full breast reduction! I am not considered a candidate by my Insurance Company for the Breast Reduction surgery but it is something that has been an issue for me personally. As an athlete, I am constantly binding them down (wear 2 heavy sport bras!) and would love to go down 1 size. I am medium build.

Answer
Depending on the density of your breasts (which may be evaluated during a consultation) you may be a perfect candidate for Liposuction of the Breasts. This is a typically outpatient procedure that has a much easier recovery time and generally less scarring as well. I perform cosmetic Breast Reduction (both traditional and Liposuction of the Breasts) and both surgeries usually offer the patient several benefits in addition to a physically desired outcome; the decrease in breast volume can help ease back strain and increase comfort level for athletes! Unfortunately, most insurance companies generally require evidence of medical dysfunction in order to cover this surgery but it can be well worth proceeding on one’s own when and if one is ready!

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Breast Augmentation: One Woman’s Story | Breast Augmentation: “I feel better in my wedding dress!”

Quotes by Dr. Casas in the Media

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Choosing The Most Natural Looking Implants! | Are Silicone Breast Implants Safe? | Will Breast Implants Affect Breast Feeding?
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You may reach us at the Chicago North Shore suburbs of Glenview, Il (847-657-6884) or Highland Park (847-432-1400).

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Dr Laurie Casas interview - The Loop 97.9 FM “Breast Year Ever” (Part 1 mp3)
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Learn more about:
Breast Augmentation | Revison Breast Augmentation With Implants | Breast Lift | Breast Reduction

Visit our photo galleries:
Breast Augmentation Gallery | Breast Augmentation Revision Gallery | Breast Lift Gallery | Breast Reduction Gallery

Call now for your complimentary consultation.
You may reach us at the Chicago North Shore suburbs of Glenview, Il (847-657-6884) or Highland Park (847-432-1400).

The FDA convened a panel to study the long term results of Silicone breast implants in Gaithesburg, Virginia on August 30 and 31st. The FDA published a white paper in June 2011 stating that silicone breast implants are safe.

Laurie Casas, MD, a past-president of ASERF, testified before the FDA: “We strongly believe that a woman’s right to choose breast implants is paralleled by her right to be fully informed of both the risks and the benefits of breast implant surgery.”

To further discuss whether breast augmentation with silicone or saline breast implants is right for you, call (847-657-6884) for a complimentary consultation.

Visit our photo galleries:
Breast Augmentation Gallery | Breast Augmentation Revision Gallery

Read Patient Testimonials:
Breast Augmentation: One Woman’s Story | Breast Augmentation: “I feel better in my wedding dress!”

Quotes by Dr. Casas in the Media

Additional Breast Augmentation Posts:
Are Silicone Breast Implants Safe? | Will Breast Implants Affect Breast Feeding?
Mid 30’s, Want a Bridal Makeover. Who to Consult? | Additional Breast Augmentation Posts

Additional Information - The Safety of Silicone Breast Implants:

FDA Update on the Safety of Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants - FDA 2011

FDA: Silicone Breast Implants to Stay on the Market; Studies to continue - Wall St. Journal

FDA Panels Put Silicone Breast Implants Back Under the Microscope - CNN

FDA Affirms Safety of Breast Implants - The New York Times

Silicone-gel Breast Implants ’safe and effective,’ FDA affirms — MSNBC.com

FDA: Breast Implant Safety Studies Will Continue - WebMD