How can I avoid scarring after breast reduction?

I am considering undergoing a breast reduction. My breast size is FF and I weigh about 135lbs. I have tried multiple no surgical ways to reduce the size of my breast. Is there any way to have a breast reduction procedure without large scars or even no scar at all?

1 Expert Answers

Kendall Roehl, MD, FACS

Houston, TX

Scarring After Breast Reduction

Hi! All you'll really need to do is to follow all of your surgeon's pre- and post-operative instructions, because scarring is a normal and inevitable result of breast reduction surgery. Good technique and post-operative scar treatment with silicone sheets or ointment are the best ways to minimize bad scarring. Also, scars can be revised after a year.