Breast Reduction

Why?

While many women grapple with the decision to undergo breast reduction, they often consider it one of the best choices they've made for themselves afterward. Women pursue this surgery for a variety of reasons, all with the common goal of enhancing their overall quality of life:

• Improved Confidence: After breast reduction, many women report feeling more confident and comfortable in their own bodies.
  
• Ease in Exercising: Women who previously struggled with the pain and discomfort of large breasts can now enjoy physical activities with greater ease.
  
• Reduced Back Pain: Nearly all women experience significant relief from back pain, leading to increased energy and comfort throughout the day.
• Pain-Free Bras: With the reduction in breast weight, most women experience a noticeable decrease in bra strap discomfort.
• Healthier Skin: Skin irritation under the breasts, a common issue for women with very large breasts, is significantly reduced after the procedure.
• Breath Easy: Many women find it easier to breathe with smaller, more proportionate breasts, contributing to an overall sense of well-being.
  

What to Expect

During breast reduction surgery, typically three surgical incisions are made to effectively reshape and reduce the size of the breasts:

• Around the Areola: The first incision is made around the perimeter of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple. This incision allows the surgeon to reshape the areola if necessary and prepare for the repositioning of the nipple.
  
• Vertical Incision: The second incision extends vertically from the bottom edge of the areola down to the natural crease under the breast. This is often referred to as the "lollipop" incision and is crucial for removing excess tissue and reshaping the breast.
  
• Horizontal Incision: The third incision is made along the inframammary fold, the natural crease beneath the breast. This incision enables the surgeon to remove additional excess skin and tissue and achieve the desired contour.
  

After the incisions are made, the surgeon removes the appropriate amount of excess fat, skin, and breast tissue to achieve the desired breast size. The nipple and areola are then carefully repositioned to a higher, more youthful location on the breast. In some cases, the areola may also be reduced in size to maintain proper proportions with the newly shaped breast.

Once the necessary adjustments are complete, the surgeon reshapes the remaining breast tissue and closes the incisions with sutures. The result is a smaller, more proportionate breast that is lifted and contoured to complement the patient’s body.