Q. Why can't you get a breast reduction as easily as breast implants?
Doctor Answer is medically reviewed by SecondMedic medical review team.
Breast reduction is a much more involved process, both surgically and psychologically, than breast implants. Before a person can opt for breast reduction surgery, there are several criteria that need to be met in order to ensure the safety of both the patient and the surgeon.
First and foremost, it is important to understand that this type of surgery carries a higher level of risk due to its highly invasive nature. For example, unlike in the case of an implant surgery where there’s relatively little tissue manipulation involved, breast reduction involves making incisions into surrounding tissue which can cause complications if not done properly or with enough caution or care. Additionally, because this procedure works by cutting away excess fat deposits from areas around the upper chest – namely across any area of skin-to-skin contact between the two breasts – it's not just about having “too big” breasts but also about finding balance; Finding a spot between results deemed acceptable for both aesthetic and medical considerations such as lack of back pain or postural problems caused by excessive weight on top (which may explain why insurance companies are more reluctant to cover).
In addition to these facts regarding physical risks associated with breast reduction surgeries versus implant ones, psychological factors should be taken into consideration as well since body image issues might play an even greater role in any decision involving this kind of change than they do when it comes only with implants. This includes things like fear over scarring which remains even after healing has been completed or concerns over symmetry once alterations have been performed that cannot be reversed easily during followup visits (if at all). All these aspects make up why getting your breasts reduced isn't as simply done as getting them augmented through implants - so before signing up for either one you should discuss your personal situation thoroughly with your doctor who will be better equipped than anyone else at helping you make an informed decision based on individual goals and needs!