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Preparing For Breast ReductioPreparing For Breast Reduction

Pre-operative preparation is vital to the success of a major cosmetic surgery procedure such as breast reduction. The surgeon will provide the patient with detailed preparatory guidelines, address any questions and concerns, understand their health history, and conduct a physical exam to establish the patient’s candidacy for the surgery.

Once the patient’s candidacy is cleared, a surgery date will be scheduled and the pre-op preparations can begin. Board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak provides breast reduction surgery to patients in Houston, Texas, and surrounding locations in the fantastic Lone Star State.

Key Steps in Preparation

The surgeon may require the patient to have an electrocardiogram and chest x-ray. If the patient is over 40 years of age, she may also have to take a mammogram. If the surgeon suggests a certain body weight level or lifestyle modification, the patient should follow these recommendations for ideal outcomes and reduce the risk of complications.

Before the breast reduction plastic surgery procedure, the surgeon may ask the patient to:

Day of the Breast Reduction Surgery

On the day of the breast reduction surgery the patient:

The patient should carry only essential items such as insurance card, ID, cell phone, etc. She should leave any other personal items such as jewelry at home. Committed female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak receives patients from Houston, Texas and other suburbs and neighborhoods in this region of the country for breast reduction surgery.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston, Texas.