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Procedures Performed
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Reduction
  • Liposuction
  • Face Lift
  • Neck Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Dermabrasion
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Male Breast Reduction
  • Gynecomastia

 

Dr. Cruise serves the following areas:

  • Orange County,
  • Irvine,
  • Newport Beach,
  • San Diego,
  • Los Angeles,
  • Beverly Hills,
  • Southern California.

 

 

Female Breast Reduction

 

 

Possible Complications of Breast Reduction

 

The most common complication after breast reduction is asymmetry. It must be pointed out, however, that all breasts naturally have some asymmetry. While a breast reduction can help to correct asymmetry, it is unreasonable to expect both breasts to be identical.

 

Another potential complication is inadequate reduction or over reduction. To avoid this, Dr. Cruise spends a great deal of time before the operation finding out exactly what size you would like your breast to be. Some women would like to be as small as possible. There is a limit to how small their breasts can be made without compromising blood supply and safety. Dr. Cruise has considerable experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery and will do all that is possible to provide you with the size and shape of breasts you desire.

 

A complication that has already been discussed but must be emphasized is really not a complication: an incisional scar is a requirement for breast reduction. Over time the scar will fade, but it will never go away completely.

 

After breast reduction, there is a significant likelihood that breastfeeding will not be possible. It is also possible that there will be a loss or a decrease in sensation to the nipple. Usually sensation does return, but this cannot be guaranteed. Other complications that must be considered, but are possible with any operation, are the risks of infection, wound healing problems, fluid or blood collection, and contour irregularities.