Maintain a Stable Weight

Significant weight fluctuations can impact the results of breast reduction. Gaining weight can cause your breasts to increase in size due to fat accumulation, while weight loss may lead to volume loss and sagging. To preserve your results, focus on maintaining a stable, healthy weight through a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Support Your Breasts with the Right Bra

Wearing a well-fitted, supportive bra is essential for maintaining breast shape and preventing premature sagging. Look for bras that offer adequate support, especially during exercise, to minimize strain on breast tissue and skin. A properly fitted bra can help keep your breasts lifted and comfortable over time.

Follow a Healthy Lifestyle

Aging, hormonal changes, and lifestyle habits can all affect breast shape. Maintaining good skin elasticity through proper hydration, a nutrient-rich diet, and regular exercise can help keep the breasts firm. Avoid smoking, as it accelerates collagen breakdown and contributes to sagging skin.

Take Care of Your Skin

Keeping the skin on and around the breasts healthy can also help maintain results. Moisturizing regularly, using sunscreen to protect against UV damage, and incorporating firming skincare products can improve skin tone and texture, helping the breasts maintain their youthful appearance.

Consider Future Pregnancy Plans

Pregnancy and breastfeeding can impact breast shape and volume, sometimes reversing the effects of a previous breast reduction. If you plan on having children in the future, discuss your long-term goals with Dr. Krau during your consultation so you can make an informed decision about timing your surgery. Since breast reduction includes breast lift elements, waiting until after having children can simultaneously address the sagging associated with

Enjoy Long-Lasting Results with Dr. Ary Krau

Breast reduction surgery usually provides indefinite relief and aesthetic benefits, but proper care can help to preserve your results. By maintaining a stable weight, wearing supportive bras, and practicing good skincare, you can enjoy your new breast shape for years to come.

Dr. Krau’s surgical skills allow him to achieve appealing, transformative breast reduction results that last. If you have questions about breast reduction or want to learn more about achieving long-lasting results, schedule a consultation with Dr. Krau in Miami by calling (305) 861-6881.

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Breast reduction is the most effective procedure for women who wish to decrease the size of their breasts. Although some may be quick to label breast reduction as a cosmetic surgery, many women are drawn to this procedure due to their health and as a matter of practicality. If you are considering breast reduction, you may be curious to learn more about the ways your breasts change following surgery. Dr. Ary Krau, a leading plastic surgeon in Miami, explores some of the changes you can anticipate from breast reduction.

Lighter Breasts

Removing tissue makes the breasts less heavy. Since heavier breasts are known to cause back, neck and shoulder pain, reducing their weight can relieve symptoms of chronic pain. Some women discover that their posture improves after breast reduction, allowing them to sit and stand without hunching over.

Sensitivity May Fluctuate

The feeling in your breasts may change due to the surgical incisions and removal of tissue. This is especially true in the first weeks when numbness and tingling are common. Nipple sensitivity can also change significantly, though it is difficult to anticipate how: some women notice a decrease in sensitivity while others feel heightened sensitivity. Fortunately, most of these changes return to normal within a few months.

Higher Breasts

Breast lift raises drooping breasts to restore a youthful position. Although it is a separate procedure from breast reduction, Dr. Krau incorporates elements of breast lift into most breast reduction surgeries he performs. After removing excess tissue and fat, Dr. Krau generally repositions the breasts so that they are more appealing and less saggy. He can also adjust the size and position of the areolas so that they seem proportional to the breasts’ new size.

Minimal Irritation

Women with large breasts often complain about rashes and chaffing. These are side effects of having moisture and sweat get caught between folds of skin. In some cases, this can lead to an infection. With smaller, elevated breasts, women notice that the frequency of skin irritation declines significantly, limiting the amount of discomfort experienced throughout the day.

Speak to Dr. Krau

Your concerns about how breast reduction affects a woman’s body are normal. The best way to make an informed decision about this procedure is to ask your questions to a respected, experienced plastic surgeon like Dr. Krau. During a consultation, he gladly reviews the surgery in thorough detail so that you know what kind of changes you can expect. View Dr. Krau’s before-and-after gallery to see the kind of impressive results he can achieve, then call (305) 861-6881 to set up a consultation.

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Breasts are not identical twins; they are more like sisters. No two breasts are identical and slight differences in shape, size and position are normal. However, sometimes the breasts are markedly different in size, to the point that it affects clothing choices and causes embarrassment.

Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Ary Krau, can help you achieve breast symmetry through augmentation with implants or breast reduction.

What Causes Breast Asymmetry?

It’s common for women to have asymmetrical breasts, especially during puberty, but the breasts typically reach similar sizes when fully developed. Unfortunately, around 25 percent of women may have uneven breasts permanently.

Most cases of uneven breasts resolve around between the ages of 18 and 21, when the breasts reach maturity. Breast asymmetry can stem from a previous injury, infection or radiation treatment of one breast.

Many women with uneven breasts inherited the trait from their mother or grandmother.

Genetics plays a significant role in breast size, and women with a relative who has noticeably different-sized breasts are more likely to have asymmetrical breasts too. It’s a congenital disorder that can’t be prevented, but there are ways to correct uneven breasts. Corrective breast surgery is an option when the breasts are fully developed.

Breast Surgery for Uneven Breasts

Asymmetrical breasts make it challenging to find a bra, swimsuit or top that fits correctly. Women may have to stuff one side of their bra to feel like their peers, and uneven breasts can be uncomfortable and affect self-confidence. Dr. Krau can provide an even bust and boost in self-confidence with breast surgery for uneven breasts.

There are two options for correcting size differences, and the type of procedure depends on the size of each breast. Some women may wish to reduce the size of the larger breast with reduction mammoplasty (breast reduction) to match the smaller one. Others may want to enhance the smaller breast.

Breast augmentation for uneven breasts can involve a saline or silicone breast implant. Dr. Krau offers gummy bear silicone implants that are form stable and feel more like natural breast tissue. These implants come in round and teardrop shapes. Round implants increase breast fullness in the upper portion, while teardrop-shaped implants mimic the natural slope of the breast.

Dr. Krau can help you find the right implant size for an even chest with the Mentor breast implant sizing kit that allows you to try on your desired size beforehand and determine the right one to even out your natural size differences.

If you struggle with uneven breasts, schedule a consultation with Dr. Krau to discuss your options for breast asymmetry correction. Contact our Miami, Florida, office at (305) 861-6881 or fill out our online contact form.

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When is the best time of year for plastic surgery? Although cosmetic procedures can achieve fantastic results year-round, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ary Krau confirms that the winter months are often the most convenient for his patients. In this blog, he explains why you may want to schedule your procedure toward the beginning of the year in Miami.

Planning for Summer

Like many people, you may not give much thought to your “summer body” until spring arrives. However, if you are considering plastic surgery to tone your physique, earlier planning is preferable. Because of the length of time it takes to fully recover from some procedures, it makes sense to schedule surgery in the winter months to ensure that you are ready for the beach by June. While patients who choose surgery in spring are often ready to show off their bodies before the summer is over, if you want to be sure that your swelling and bruising will have subsided in time for swimsuit season, then winter is smartest.

The Winter Months Are Convenient for Recovery

Overall, people live more sedentary lifestyles in the winter. Especially once the holidays have passed, you are probably more inclined to stay indoors due to the cooler weather. You might as well plan your recovery period so that it corresponds with the winter months to avoid having to decline social opportunities.

The cooler temperatures also mean that everyone will be wearing warmer clothing like pants, jackets and sweatshirts. These items are great for covering up your healing body when you do end up leaving your home. Strangers should not be able to see bruises or scars when you wear layers.

Not from Miami? No Problem

Miami is considered the plastic surgery capital of the United States. Due to the talent of the local plastic surgeons and the high volume of procedures performed in the city, people from all over the country travel to Miami for amazing cosmetic results.

Winter is a great time to visit Miami because it is likely warmer than wherever you may be coming from, while also not being unbearably hot at this time of year. The food and sightseeing are also great if you should want to vacation here ahead of your surgery. Because Dr. Krau regularly treats patients from all over the world, he and his friendly staff can recommend comfortable accommodations to make your stay an amazing experience.

Schedule a Winter Surgery with Dr. Krau

Voted the best plastic surgeon in Miami, Dr. Krau should be your top pick for cosmetic enhancement. With superior techniques, he can transform your breasts and body so you are excited for swimsuit season this summer. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Krau, please call (305) 861-6881.

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If you are bothered by asymmetrical breasts, Dr. Ary Krau can help. Take a moment to learn more about the treatment of breast asymmetry.

How To Fix Breast Asymmetry

Dr. Krau can address breast asymmetry with breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift or a combination of the procedures. The approach he recommends for your case will depend on your unique anatomy and your surgical goals.

Do you prefer the size and shape of your smaller breast? Dr. Krau’s solution may be to reduce and lift the larger breast to achieve a contour closer in shape to the smaller one.

Alternatively, would you like your smaller breast to match the size and fullness of the larger one? Dr. Krau can add more volume to the smaller breast with a saline or silicone implant. Fat grafting is another option to add modest volume and fullness.

With every breast asymmetry case, Dr. Krau will also ensure that the nipple-areolar complex of both breasts is even in size and position.

Rarely does Dr. Krau operate on only one breast without making some improvement to the other. It is difficult to match one breast to the other without slightly tweaking the “model” breast. For example, if you want your smaller breast to match your larger breast, you may need breast implants in two different sizes to achieve an even result.

Breasts Are Sisters (Not Twins)

Regardless of your treatment plan, keep in mind that it is unlikely your breasts will look exactly identical after surgery. Think of breasts as sisters — not twins. It is perfectly normal to have slight unevenness in the size and shape of your breasts. But the discrepancy should be hardly noticeable after breast asymmetry correction. If it bothers you long-term, talk to Dr. Krau about tweaking your results with another procedure.

Feel Comfortable In Your Own Skin

You deserve the confidence that comes from being comfortable in your own skin. If breast asymmetry is interfering with the way you feel about yourself, Dr. Krau is here to help. Schedule a consultation with him today to discuss your breast asymmetry treatment options.

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Common Aftereffects

Expect your breasts to be bruised, swollen and sore after surgery; the worst of these aftereffects should subside within approximately two to three weeks of surgery. Residual swelling can take several months to resolve.

Mild discomfort is also to be expected, but pain can be controlled with prescription or over-the-counter medication. If you have severe pain or the pain is long lasting, let Dr. Krau know during a follow-up visit.

Some patients experience a wide range of emotions during the breast reduction recovery — feeling elated one day and exhausted or defeated the next. Try to keep in mind that these emotional highs and lows are temporary and will pass. Talk to Dr. Krau or a member of our staff if you have serious concerns.

Incision Care

You will receive instructions from our team about how to keep your surgical incisions clean and dry. In general, you should avoid wearing anything that could irritate your incision, such as wearing bras with underwire or sleeping on your stomach.

If you have drains placed during surgery to collect excess fluid, they will be removed at your first follow-up appointment.

Easing Back Into Normal Activities

In the days and weeks initially following breast reduction, you will probably feel a little more tired than usual, and your range of motion will be limited. Focus on resting your body so it can recuperate from surgery. When you have the energy, try to take short walks to prevent blood clots and excessive swelling. Avoid bending, lifting anything heavy or straining your body for approximately two weeks after surgery.

Most patients return to work one to two weeks after surgery. You may need to take more time off from work if your job is physically demanding. You can ease back into exercise about four to six weeks after surgery, when your full range of motion returns.

Do not push yourself to resume work or strenuous activities unless it feels good to you. Rushing back to physical activities before your body is ready could set your recovery back or lead to complications.

Follow-up Care

Dr. Krau’s goal is to help you enjoy a smooth, safe recovery. He is dedicated to providing detailed instructions about recovery and closely monitoring your recovery through follow-up visits. He is always available to take a phone call or answer an email if you have a quick question.

If you would like to find out whether you are a candidate for breast reduction, or you have questions about the recovery process, please contact our office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Krau.

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Will My Insurance Company Pay for My Breast Reduction Surgery?

At first glance, the financial process of paying for breast reduction surgery may seem intimidating.  This is completely understandable. The good news is that breast reduction surgery is one of the few cosmetic procedures that is often covered by health care insurance companies. The first step is to contact your insurance company. Most insurance companies will cover some, if not all of your medical bills for breast reduction surgery if it is determined that the procedure is being performed for valid medical reasons. Some of these reasons include excessive back and neck pain, skin problems, posture issues and shoulder pain caused by bra straps.

Women often choose to have breast reduction surgery for other reasons, usually having to do with appearance, confidence and their ability to engage in their favorite physical activities. These reasons are equally valid and are often taken into account by insurance companies as well.

Our staff is extremely well versed in the ins-and-outs of insurance company policies. We can provide guidance throughout the entire payment process to ensure that each patient’s financing is handled correctly. In addition, we offer various financing options to our clients to defray any costs not covered by their health care insurance provider.

We have partnered with some excellent financial companies that specialize in financing cosmetic procedures. Patients can receive no- or low-interest health care loans following a simple application process. These are reputable companies with no hidden fees and a proven track record of working effectively with both our patients and staff.

Contact Dr. Ary Krau

To find out more information about insurance coverage and financing options, please contact our practice at (305) 861-6881. Our experienced staff will help guide you every step of the way in determining your insurance benefits, financial options and payment methods.

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Avoid Yo-Yo Dieting. Extreme fluctuations in weight can cause the skin — including breast skin — to lose its elastic quality, so it can no longer “bounce back” to a smaller shape and size once you lose a substantial amount of weight. Try to maintain a healthy weight by eating well-balanced, nutritious meals and getting regular exercise.

Don’t Smoke. We all know that smoking is bad for our health. But you may not realize how bad it is for your outward appearance as well. Smoking impedes proper blood circulation and robs your blood of life-giving oxygen. It also damages collagen and elastin, two proteins that are essential for healthy, elastic skin. All these negative effects of smoking can lead to the development of wrinkles, sagging skin and hard, dull-looking skin — throughout your face, décolletage and breasts.

Do Eat Nutritious Foods. Eating the wrong foods, such as excessive amounts of sugar, can wreak havoc on your skin, including your breast skin, making it look dull and dry. However, eating nutritious foods can have a beneficial effect on your appearance. For instance, eating foods high in antioxidants will help combat free radicals that damage skin cells and encourage cellular repair, both of which will help keep your breast skin looking healthy and youthful.

Don’t Go Out in the Sun Without Proper Protection. The skin on your neck and décolletage is thin and sensitive. Also, your chest area gets a lot of sun exposure when you are wearing bathing suits or low-cut blouses and dresses. Sun exposure without proper protection (i.e., clothes or broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF) can cause dark spots (hyperpigmentation) to appear on your décolletage and cleavage wrinkles to develop. To keep your breasts looking young, don’t skimp on the sunscreen, and apply it liberally to your décolletage when you know you will be out in the sun.

Do Stay Active. Staying active will help keep you fit on the inside and looking great on the outside as you age. This includes cardiovascular exercise as well as strength training. Enhancing the muscles in your chest can provide a subtle lift throughout the breast area. Also, building muscle throughout your back, chest, arms and core will help you maintain good posture — which makes you look slimmer and your breasts look perkier. What woman doesn’t want that?

Need Help Making Your Breasts Look More Youthful?
If you are already noticing visible signs of aging throughout your breast area, reach out to Dr. Ary for help. He offers breast lift, breast reduction and breast enhancement surgery that can help you achieve youthful-looking breasts.

To schedule a consultation with plastic surgeon Dr. Krau to learn more about breast surgery, please contact his office by calling (305) 861-6881.

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