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Advancements in surgical techniques have led to a dramatic improvement in the safety and efficacy of cosmetic surgery procedures over the years. But the single most important factor that impacts the final outcome of a procedure is still the skill and experience of the operating surgeon. Patients should spend time to evaluate and choose the appropriate surgeon for their needs.

Particularly, a major procedure such as breast reduction is a personal journey for a woman. She should select a surgeon she can trust and feel comfortable with. Dr. Bryson Richards is a board certified plastic surgeon providing innovative and advanced procedures for the breast, body and face. Patients in Las Vegas, NV, and surrounding communities have an opportunity to receive breast reduction procedure from Dr. Richards.

Credentials

Dr. Richards is board certified by the prestigious American Board of Plastic Surgery. He received training in advanced cosmetic plastic surgery at the pre-eminent Cleveland Clinic. He graduated from Cornell Medical School in New York City and was chief plastic surgery resident at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY.

He is regularly invited to speak at national meetings to share his expertise with other plastic surgeons. Dr. Richards has won numerous awards and honors in recognition of his excellence and authority in the field of plastic surgery. He has also published scientific papers in cutting edge research areas related to the field of surgery.

Choosing a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

The American Board of Plastic Surgery is the most authoritative board in the country with stringent standards of selection for awarding certification. A cosmetic surgeon with this certification would have received at least three to five years of medical training, including a minimum of two years exclusively in plastic surgery training.  

A board certified plastic surgeon would also invest in continuing education, adopt the best surgical techniques, maintain best practices and follow the latest safety protocols in order to deliver optimal solutions to the patients. Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV, and nearby areas for breast reduction surgery.

Customized Treatment

Each woman’s breast anatomy is unique, and her personal needs and goals will also vary from others. An experienced breast surgeon will know that best outcomes in a procedure such as breast reduction can be obtained when the surgery is tailored to fit the specific needs of the patient.

Dr. Richards will carefully customize breast reduction surgical plan and incorporate the patient’s anatomical, health and cosmetic requirements to produce most satisfying outcomes. He believes that a one size fits all or a cookie cutter approach to procedures such as breast reduction will not serve the patient’s purpose.

Personalized Care

The patient should ideally choose a breast reduction surgeon with whom she can develop a personal rapport, and who is willing to provide her with personalized care and attention at every step. Dr. Richards is accessible to his patients, right from the first consultation to the surgery and the recovery process. He keeps the patient at the center of every decision that is made with regard to her breast reduction surgery.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Before a woman decides to proceed with breast reduction cosmetic surgery, she should have a clear understanding of the procedure, and confidence in the ability of the breast surgeon. She should freely ask questions to clear her concerns and doubts about the practice and the procedure.

An informed patient will be in a position to make better decisions and feel more confident about her choices. A dedicated breast surgeon will answer all questions of the patient in detail in a simple language. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides breast reduction to patients in Las Vegas, NV, and surrounding communities.

Questions about the Surgeon

• Do you have a board certification in plastic surgery, and if yes, from which board?
• How long have you trained in the field of plastic surgery, and how many years of experience do you have?
• Have you performed breast reduction previously, and what is your rate of success in this procedure?
• What surgical venue would you recommend for my breast reduction procedure?
• Do you have staff privileges at one of the local hospitals?
• Can your office handle an emergency, if any should arise?
• If I want to undergo a revision procedure following primary breast reduction, will you perform it?
• Do you receive patients from Las Vegas, NV, and nearby areas?

Questions about the Procedure

• Will I make a suitable candidate for breast reduction?
• Are there any surgical techniques to perform breast reduction in a less invasive way?
• Will I need to make any lifestyle or dietary changes or alter the schedule of my current medications prior to surgery?
• Will you use general or local anesthesia to perform the procedure?
• Can you provide me with some breast reduction before and after images pertaining to your earlier patients?

Questions about Recovery

• Are there any risks and complications involved in breast reduction?
• For how long will I be confined to bed after the surgery?
• Are there any instructions I should follow during the initial recovery phase?
• Is the recovery going to be painful?
• When should I expect to return to work or resume my normal routine?

Questions about the Costs

• How much will it cost me to undergo breast reduction surgery at your practice?
• Does your price quote include the pre- and post-surgical expenses?
• Will I be able to save a significant amount if the surgery is performed at a surgical center instead of a hospital?
• Will I have to pay additionally for any post-surgical appointments with you?
• If I combine two or more surgeries, will it improve the overall cost-effectiveness of the procedure?
• With regard to insurance and financing, will your office staff be able to offer me some guidance?

The patient may also request to see the reviews and testimonials of past patients who have received breast reduction from the same cosmetic surgeon. The patient should make final decisions only after she is satisfied with the surgeon’s answers to her questions on breast reduction.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Breast reduction cosmetic surgery procedure can help to create more proportionately sized breasts for a woman who is bothered by heavy, pendulous breasts. At the time of pre-operative consultation, the breast surgeon will educate the patient about all aspects of breast reduction and help her to make an informed choice.

Patients should feel free to ask questions and clarify all their concerns and doubts prior to choosing breast reduction surgery. The consultation opportunity should be fully utilized to gain insights and feel more confident about the procedure. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides breast reduction to patients in Las Vegas, NV, and surrounding communities.

Patient’s Goals

During the initial consultation, the surgeon will try to understand from the patient why she wants to undergo breast reduction plastic surgery. While many women seek this procedure for cosmetic reasons, some may also want this surgery to get rid of persistent pain or discomfort in the back, neck or shoulders and other limitations of movement and clothing caused by oversized breasts.

Based on the patient’s feedback, the surgeon will be able to create an appropriate surgical plan to meet her personal aesthetic and health goals through breast reduction.

Health Evaluation

Breast reduction is a major procedure, and may involve general anesthesia in some cases. The patient should be fit enough to sustain the surgery as well as anesthesia. She should not be suffering from any such medical conditions that may cause excessive bleeding, delayed healing or pose other risks during or after the surgery.

Patient’s drug allergies, if any, will also be taken into account. The surgeon will assess her health records, breast anatomy, quality and elasticity of skin, and then determine her candidacy for breast reduction.

Current Medications

Before visiting the surgeon’s office for a breast reduction consultation appointment, the patient should ideally prepare a list of all prescription and non-prescription medications that she may be currently taking. Any herbal supplements and vitamins should also be included in the list.

The surgeon may ask her to stop using certain medications and supplements for about two weeks prior to breast reduction surgery. The schedule of some prescription meds may have to be altered in consultation with the physician.

Lifestyle Changes

If the patient is a smoker, the cosmetic surgeon will ask her to stop smoking for a certain period of time before the surgery. Nicotine in tobacco can limit the oxygen supply in the blood and pose risks for the patient during the surgery. Smokers are also at a higher risk of slow recovery after breast reconstruction surgery.

The surgeon may also recommend the patient to choose a balanced diet and increase the intake of lean proteins. A physical fitness regimen should ideally be followed prior to the surgery.

Images and Testimonials

During the pre-op consultation, the surgeon may present breast reconstruction before and after images as well as testimonials of past patients. Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV, and nearby areas for breast reduction surgery and various other procedures.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Breast reduction is a major cosmetic surgery procedure involving significant pre-operative preparation. Well-prepared patients will typically achieve safer and more effective outcomes.

During the initial consultation, the breast surgeon will discuss the preparatory steps with the patient and address her doubts and concerns, if any. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides breast reduction to patients in Las Vegas, NV, and surrounding communities.

Advance Preparatory Steps

The following steps should ideally be followed well before the scheduled date of breast reduction plastic surgery procedure.

• Contact the general physician, specialists and hospital for past health records to be submitted to the breast surgeon’s office for their review.
• Prepare a list of all medications, including both prescription and non-prescription drugs, blood thinners such as aspirin, herbal supplements and vitamins to present before the surgeon.
• Get any specialized mammograms, lab tests or x-rays done as recommended by the surgeon.
• Adjust the schedule of the prescription medications in consultation with the primary physician, as required.
• Stop smoking for a certain period of time prior to the breast reduction surgery, as per the surgeon’s advice.
• Complete any pressing tasks at the workplace or home before the date of surgery in order to ensure a fairly stress-free post-operative recovery phase.
• Arrange for a friend or family member to drive the patient back home after the breast reduction procedure.
• Arrange for aftercare for a few days or have someone stay at home with the patient to assist with household tasks.

Patients can improve their chances of a safer, more comfortable, and faster recovery when they follow these recovery instructions as closely as possible.

A Day Prior to the Surgery

Just a day prior to the breast reduction surgery, the patient should follow these simple guidelines, which will be provided by the cosmetic surgeon:

• Take adequate rest and have a full night’s sleep before the surgery day.
• Do not eat or drink anything for about eight hours before the surgery.
• Avoid alcohol for at least 48 hours before the scheduled time of surgery.
• Do not wear jewelry, other expensive accessories and body piercings on the day of the surgery.
• Wear loose fitting and comfortable clothes on way to the surgical center. The top should button in the front for easy handling after the surgery.
• Diabetics should make sure to have their vital parameters checked on the morning of the surgery.

Some degree of pre-operative stress and anxiety is expected a day prior to the surgery, and is not a cause for worry. The surgeon may prescribe a mild calming medication to be taken on the night before the surgery.

Pain meds, bandages, loose garments, extra pillows, and other essential items should be arranged at home in advance so that the patient will not face inconvenience when she returns home from the surgery center. Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV, and nearby areas for breast reduction surgery and other surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.