Treatment overview
What this treatment can — and cannot — do.
Breast reduction surgery removes excess breast tissue and skin, then reshapes the remaining breast to reduce size and weight. Planning balances symptom relief, breast proportion, nipple position, scars, future breast changes and the amount of reduction that is safe for the individual.
GoalReduce breast size and weight while reshaping the breast and improving proportion.Reduce breast size and weight while reshaping the breast and improving proportion.
Best fitAdults with disproportionately large breasts, physical discomfort or functional limitations who are medically suitable for reduction surgery.Adults with disproportionately large breasts, physical discomfort or functional limitations who are medically suitable for reduction surgery.
PlanBreast measurements, reduction planning, scar-pattern discussion, surgery and staged recovery follow-up.Breast measurements, reduction planning, scar-pattern discussion, surgery and staged recovery follow-up.
RecoverySwelling, bruising and soreness are common early. Return to desk work may be earlier than return to lifting, exercise or physically demanding work.Swelling, bruising and soreness are common early. Return to desk work may be earlier than return to lifting, exercise or physically demanding work.
Depending on the concern, related options such as
Breast Lift Surgery may be discussed only when they solve a different part of the problem.
Who may benefit
Who may benefit — and what we assess first.
Adults with disproportionately large breasts, physical discomfort or functional limitations who are medically suitable for reduction surgery.
Potential fitWhen Breast Reduction Surgery may make sense
Realistic expectationsWhat Breast Reduction Surgery cannot promise
Treatment pathway
A clear plan from assessment to follow-up.
Breast measurements, reduction planning, scar-pattern discussion, surgery and staged recovery follow-up.
01AssessmentAssess breast size, skin, nipple position, symptoms, medical history and goals.
02PlanningPlan the amount of reduction and expected scar pattern.
03TreatmentRemove and reshape tissue according to the agreed plan.
04Follow-upReview wound healing, support, activity and scar care over follow-up.
Recovery & expectations
Recovery, downtime and what to expect.
Swelling, bruising and soreness are common early. Return to desk work may be earlier than return to lifting, exercise or physically demanding work.
EarlyFollow your aftercare planSwelling, bruising and soreness are common early. Return to desk work may be earlier than return to lifting, exercise or physically demanding work.
Short termProtect healing tissueAvoid activities that could irritate, stretch or traumatize the treated area until the advised stage of recovery.
ProgressJudge the result at the right timeSwelling and healing can temporarily distort the early appearance, so final assessment should follow the treatment-specific healing timeline.
Long termMaintain realistic expectationsBreast reduction leaves permanent scars and can affect sensation and breastfeeding potential; perfect symmetry cannot be guaranteed.