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Nov 21

Mammaplasty refers to surgical procedures that alter the appearance of the breasts. Augmentation mammaplasty to enlarge the breasts is the most commonly performed cosmetic surgical procedure in the United States. However, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports there has been a dramatic spike in reduction mammaplasty to decrease the size of the breasts. For […]

Sep 12

Having large breasts can be a concern for many women in NYC. Large breasts can impact your appearance, making you look disproportionate. Even worse, they are heavy, which can cause significant pain and discomfort. If you are experiencing cosmetic or physical discomfort from having breasts, help is available in the form of breast reduction surgery […]

Jul 25

Breast reduction is a surgery that removes some tissue and skin from the breasts. This procedure, also called reduction mammoplasty, can reduce the overall size of the breasts, as well as the amount of dark skin surrounding the nipples. The breasts are also reshaped, for a beautiful, natural appearance. The surgery is typically performed in […]

Jul 25

Following breast reduction surgery, the patient can expect minor pain or discomfort. The breasts are likely to be swollen for a few weeks, and may even remain numb for a few months. For two to three weeks after the surgery, the patient must not engage in any kind of heavy activity. Most patients can go […]

Jul 25

Dr. Edmund Kwan, MD is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who provides a wide range of treatments for patients who want to address medical issues or cosmetic concerns. For some patients, breast reduction is often considered due to the many problems large breasts can create. Patients near the NYC area who have large breasts may […]

Jul 25

Breast reduction surgery may last for about three to three and a half hours, and includes portions of the breast and extra skin being removed. The nipple-areola, which stretched out when the breasts got bigger and saggy, is made smaller and more appropriate in size. The entire breast is taken down and repositioned in a […]

Jul 25

There are many breast surgery treatments available for patients in the NYC area who want to either enlarge their breasts or reduce them. When patients are dealing with problems associated with large breasts, they may begin to wonder: is breast reduction worth it? Patients with very large breasts have a number of problems and concerns […]

Jul 25

Breast reduction is a surgery that involves reducing the size of the breast. Dr. Edmund Kwan emphasizes that breast reduction surgery is not just about reducing the size, but equally about improving the shape of the breasts. Breast reduction may be the best answer for patients with large and sagging breasts, or where the nipple […]

Jul 25

There are two major benefits of breast reduction surgery. From a purely physical point, a patient with very large breasts is likely to suffer from shoulder, back and neck pain, and breast reduction surgery can help alleviate that pain. The second benefit of breast reduction surgery is the improvement in the aesthetics or physical appearance […]

Jul 25

Patients are given general anesthesia to undergo breast reduction surgery. When patients regain consciousness after the procedure is complete, they may be sore, groggy, and tired. Usually medical gauze or a compression garment will be used over the breasts to help with the recovery after the breast reduction surgery in New Jersey. When the patient […]