Breast Reduction New York City

What to expect on the day of surgery

On the day of your Breast Reduction, you will first be administered anesthesia to make your surgery more comfortable for you. Depending on what is discussed with Dr. Samson, it will either be general anesthesia or intravenous sedation.

Once you are sedated, Dr. Samson will begin by making the incisions on enlarged breasts that will allow him to remove tissue and manipulate your breasts. The type of incision will have already been discussed during your consultation but can consist of a few different techniques, or a combination of them, which are:

• A circular pattern around the areola – this incision will leave a visible line and permanent scar but can be well concealed beneath your swimsuit or bra.
• A keyhole or short scar breast reduction – the incision is made around the areola with a vertical line down to the breast crease.
• An inverted T or “anchor-shaped” pattern – similar to the keyhole, however, this incision includes a transverse incision made in the breast fold. This technique allows for maximal removal of skin and better shaping of the breast.

After the incision has been made, Dr. Samson will reposition your nipple while keeping it attached to its original blood and nerve supply. If necessary, your areola may also be reduced by excising the skin at its perimeter. The underlying remaining breast tissue is reduced, lifted, and shaped into its final form. If you have particularly large, pendulous breasts, the nipple, and areola may be needed to be completely removed and then transplanted to a higher position on your breast. This technique is called a free nipple graft.

When finished, Dr. Samson will bring the incisions together to reshape the now smaller breast. He will use sutures by layering them deep within the breast tissue to create and support your newly shaped breast. Sutures, skin adhesives, or surgical tape will then be used to close the exterior skin. You will be outfitted for a surgical bra to help keep excessive swelling down during your recovery.

Please keep in mind that no matter which technique is used, incision lines and scars will be permanent, but will fade over time. Dr. Samson does his absolute best to make any lines or scars as imperceptible as possible, but due to the very nature of this plastic surgery itself, they are inevitable.

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting an NYC Breast Reduction surgery is to contact the office of William Samson, MD, and request a consultation. When you come in for this appointment, you will get to meet with Dr. Samson and express your desire for the procedure and ask any questions you might have. Dr. Samson will give you an examination and discuss your medical history as well.

After discussing the best breast reduction techniques for you, Dr. Samson will create a surgical plan for you. If you agree with him about your treatment plan, you will then meet with our Patient Coordinator to schedule your surgical date.

Breast Reduction Recovery

Since this is an outpatient procedure, after your NYC Breast Reduction surgery, you will be able to leave once you have been discharged. We highly recommend that you have a friend or family member available to provide your ride home as you will still be a little groggy from the anesthesia. You will also be provided with some instructions on how to have a better recovery.

Dr. Samson will have applied dressing or bandages to your incisions and your breasts will have been wrapped in gauze and a surgical bra to minimize swelling and give your breasts some additional support as they heal. A small, thin tube is usually left temporarily inserted into an incision to help drain any excess fluid or blood that may collect following your operation.

Most patients can return to work after 3 – 5 days, especially if they have a desk job. Even if you feel comfortable returning to work, you should keep your activity to a minimum during the first few weeks. You should wait about a month to resume light cardio, and can usually return to your normal workout routine at around 6 weeks. We encourage all of our breast reduction surgery patients to wear a sports bra anytime they are performing physical tasks to make the most out of their breast surgery results.

How Much Does Breast Reduction Cost in New York City?

The cost of a Breast Reduction procedure in New York City will be determined by multiple factors of the breast reduction process, such as your breast reduction technique, how much tissue will be removed, and the level of change being made, among other things. After coming in for your consultation with Dr. Samson and he creates a plan for you, our Patient Coordinator will be able to provide you with a breakdown of the total cost for your procedure.

Occasionally, insurance companies will cover at least some of the cost of breast reduction surgery in NYC, but they will need certain documentation, especially if you’ve attempted previously failed options (i.e. orthopedic, chiropractic, physical therapy, dermatologic, etc.).

Insurance Breast Reduction

At the practice of William Samson, M.D., we understand that these surgeries can come with a hefty price tag and that it’s not in most people’s budget. We also understand how much of a lifestyle difference a Breast Reduction can make. While not every procedure we provide is eligible for insurance assistance, due to the nature of the procedure, many providers will provide financial assistance.

We do accept the following insurance providers:

• AETNA
• CIGNA
• OXFORD 
• UNITED HEALTHCARE

As previously mentioned, not everyone is a candidate for assistance, so we encourage our breast reduction patients with the aforementioned providers to reach out and discuss their desire for breast reduction surgery so that way there are no surprises that come on your surgery date.