Breast Reduction

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Breast Reduction

Breast Reduction

Breast Reduction

Breast Reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a transformative procedure designed to remove excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to create smaller, lighter, and more proportionate breasts. This procedure not only enhances appearance but also provides significant relief from physical discomfort associated with overly large breasts.

Many women with macromastia (excessively large breasts) experience chronic neck pain, back pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, skin irritation under the breast fold, and difficulty with physical activities. Breast reduction addresses these functional concerns while also improving breast shape, nipple position, and overall body proportions.

At Neoderma Clinica, our experienced plastic surgeons use advanced techniques to minimize scarring while achieving optimal breast contour and nipple position. The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia and requires careful planning to ensure symmetry and natural-looking results that complement your body frame.

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Procedure Details

During a Breast Reduction procedure, our plastic surgeon will:

Make precise incisions
Remove excess breast tissue
Eliminate excess skin
Reposition nipple-areola complex
Reshape breast contour
Close incisions with sutures

Recovery & Results

After your Breast Reduction procedure:

Wear surgical bra for support
Rest for 1-2 weeks
Avoid heavy lifting for 4-6 weeks
Initial results immediately visible
Swelling resolves in 3-6 months
Scars fade over 12-18 months
Popular FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Breast reduction surgery can potentially affect breastfeeding ability, as the procedure involves removing breast tissue and sometimes relocating the nipple-areola complex. However, many women are still able to breastfeed after reduction surgery. The extent to which breastfeeding may be affected depends on the surgical technique used and your individual anatomy. If you're planning to have children and wish to breastfeed, discuss this with your surgeon during your consultation, as they can use techniques that preserve more of the milk ducts and glandular tissue.

Many insurance companies consider breast reduction a reconstructive procedure rather than cosmetic when it's performed to relieve physical symptoms. Coverage typically requires documentation of symptoms like chronic pain, skin irritation, or posture problems that haven't responded to conservative treatments like physical therapy or supportive bras. Insurance providers often have specific criteria regarding the minimum amount of tissue to be removed based on your body size. Our staff can help you navigate the insurance process, including gathering necessary documentation and submitting pre-authorization requests.

Breast reduction typically results in permanent scars, though they fade significantly over time. The most common incision pattern creates an anchor-shaped scar: around the areola, vertically down to the breast crease, and horizontally along the crease. For smaller reductions, a lollipop incision (around the areola and vertically down) may be used. Initially, scars will be red and raised but gradually fade to thin white lines over 12-18 months. We provide detailed scar care instructions and may recommend silicone sheets or gels to optimize healing. Most patients find that the improvement in symptoms and breast appearance far outweighs concerns about scarring.

The breast tissue removed during reduction surgery will not grow back. However, your remaining breast tissue can still respond to hormonal changes, weight fluctuations, and aging. Significant weight gain can cause the breasts to increase in size, as can hormonal changes during pregnancy or menopause. To maintain your results, we recommend maintaining a stable weight through healthy diet and exercise. If you're planning to lose substantial weight, it's often better to do so before breast reduction surgery to achieve optimal, long-lasting results.