Breast Reduction

Patients who suffer from the weight of large, pendulous breasts often complain about impaired ability to perform physical activities, or about irritation or a rash on the skin beneath the breasts. Bra straps may produce deep, painful indentations on the shoulders or back. Neck pain is another common symptom caused by enlarged breasts.

A “minimal scar” technique is used for breast reduction that lifts the breasts as they are reduced in size. Sutures are placed under the skin to minimize visible scarring. After surgery, specially formulated skin creams are prescribed, based partly on your own skin characteristics, to help speed healing and restore the skin to health.

Breast reduction can be safely performed at any age after the breast tissue has developed during adolescence, and many women have children after having had breast reduction surgery. Once healing is complete, breast-feeding is usually normal; although not unheard of, changes in one’s ability to breast-feed are rare.

After breast reduction, most patients return to work within a week or two, but the exact amount of time depends on the type of work you do. Patients should avoid strenuous physical activity for four to six weeks.

When medically indicated, breast reduction surgery is a covered benefit under most health insurance plans. Our staff will submit the appropriate documentation to your insurance company on your behalf to assist in this determination, detailing your symptoms and outlining the surgical plan.

Yes—with just a tiny incision and virtually no scarring! This technique delivers excellent results for those with good skin quality and minimal sagging. This is also a quick and effective way of correcting breast asymmetry.