How much does a breast reduction cost in Chicago, IL?

According to Realself.com, 98% of women who’ve had breast reduction surgery in Chicago say it’s “worth it.” Most felt better with immediate relief from neck, back, and shoulder pain. The costs of breast reduction surgery vary based on factors like these. Surgeon’s fee Operating and surgery center charges Anesthesia fees Medication and special garments for recovery Check with your health insurance provider to learn if your plan will cover a portion of the expense or the entire cost. If your medical insurance does not cover the procedure, Dr. Mussat offers finance options from accredited health care lenders. When considering different surgeons, be wary of low estimates that seem too good to be true. Make sure your doctor is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive education, training, and experience with breast reduction surgery.

What should I wear after breast reduction surgery?

After your breast reduction surgery, Dr. Mussat will send you home with a specialized post-surgical bra. This garment provides benefits that enhance healing and help you recover faster. In addition, the bra compresses the surgery site, promoting optimal circulation.

When can I sleep without a bra after breast reduction?

In six to eight weeks, you should be able to sleep comfortably without a surgical bra. Since everybody heals at different rates, your time may vary. Speak with your plastic surgeon during your consultation and subsequent after-surgery appointments for a more precise timeframe.

How long does it take to recover after breast reduction surgery?

Recovering from your breast reduction surgery takes between two to six weeks. We suggest taking at least a week away from work if your job is sedentary and at least two weeks if your job is more strenuous. The primary factor in determining how long your recovery will last is your help during the healing process and how you feel. Some patients define a full recovery as having no remaining activity restrictions. Approximately six weeks after surgery, you will likely feel well enough to return to lifestyle routines that include heavy lifting and intense exercising. However, ensure Dr. Mussat clears you to do so. The secret to a successful recovery is to get plenty of rest and sleep, especially early on. Perform mild activities like gentle walks around the house the first few days, progressing to trips around the neighborhood.

Best Female Plastic Surgeon Chicago

Florence Mussat, M.D. is a Board-Certified Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon in Downtown Chicago, and has been in private practice for over 20 years.

Born and raised in Paris, she graduated with Honors from the University R. Descartes School of Medicine of Paris in 1984. While in medical school, Dr Mussat worked as a surgical assistant for several plastic surgeons in Paris, after which, she developed a passion for Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery. She completed her general surgery residency training and a critical care Fellowship at The State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn, NY, as well as a Microvascular Research fellowship at Mount Sinai Medical Center in NYC, NY.

After her time in New York, she completed an additional Fellowship in Burn Surgery at Cook County Hospital, in Chicago, IL, followed by a Plastic and Reconstructive residency at UIC, in Chicago, IL.

Dr Mussat has been board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 1999.

In addition to her work as a plastic surgeon, Dr. Mussat has also been appointed as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at the University of Illinois at Chicago.

She is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Illinois Society of Plastic Surgery, American Medical Association, Chicago Medical Society, Illinois State Medical Society, and Ordre National des Medecins in France.

Dr. Mussat is also heavily involved in community outreach programs:

STEM Mentor at Project Exploration which offers young female students exposure to STEM careers such as Sisters4Science.
Mentor to local high school students
Volunteers as a judge at the annual Chicago Public School Science Fair
Board Member at the Face the Future Foundation, a non-profit organization which supports the Cranio-Facial center at UIC

Dr. Mussat is fluent in English and French, but is also able to converse in Spanish