Breast Reductions and Lifts: Recovery, Scars, and Results with Dr. Alexis Parcells

Every friend I know who’s had a breast reduction calls it life changing. I’m a small-chested girl, so I’ve never thought about it for myself, but I wanted to understand why this surgery has such high satisfaction. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Alexis Parcells, who practices in Manhattan and New Jersey, joined me to explain who’s a good candidate, why she always pairs a lift with a reduction, and what recovery actually looks like.

We get into why some women need a second reduction later in life, why an implant alone won’t lift your breasts, and how she approaches scar care, from silicone and massage to lasers. She also covers explant lifts, the complications to know about, and how to vet your surgeon before you book a consultation. Thank you to our sponsors!

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In this episode:

• The most common reasons women get breast reductions, including pain they may not realize they have
• How old you should be, and how weight changes fit into timing
• The difference between a breast reduction and a breast lift
• What pain and recovery are really like
• Lollipop vs. anchor incisions and the shape-versus-scar trade-off
• Implant removal and why many patients add a lift
• How to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon

Find Dr. Alexis Parcells:

Website: https://parcellsplasticsurgery.com/

YouTube: ⁠ @alexisparcells ⁠

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DISCLAIMER: This episode is for educational purposes only and isn’t medical advice. Talk to a board-certified provider about your own situation. This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode. The description may also contain affiliate links for a small commission on purchased products, which support our channel so we can continue to make fun videos for you. Some items may have been received through PR. PLAYA and NATURIUM are Susan Yara's beauty brands. Thanks for watching and shopping!

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