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Overview and Purpose
Breast Reduction, medically known as reduction mammaplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to remove excess breast fat, glandular tissue, and skin to achieve a breast size in proportion with your body. While often categorized as aesthetic, it is frequently a functional necessity for individuals suffering from the physical and emotional burden of excessively large breasts (macromastia).
The primary biological goal of breast reduction surgery is to shift the weight of the chest to a manageable level, thereby relieving chronic strain on the skeletal system. At Liv Hospital, our purpose is to restore your mobility and comfort. Beyond the female population, we also specialize in male breast reduction to treat gynecomastia, helping men achieve a flatter, more masculine chest contour. Whether as a standalone procedure or as part of a complex Breast Reconstruction Surgery following trauma or illness, our team focuses on creating a symmetrical, healthy, and lighter silhouette.
Common Procedures
The choice of procedure depends on the volume of tissue to be removed and the desired final shape:
Consultation and Preparation
A successful Breast Reduction begins with a physical assessment of your “notched” shoulder grooves and spinal alignment. At Liv Hospital, we use 3D imaging to help you visualize different post-operative sizes. We also evaluate the “pedicle”—the biological blood supply to the nipple—to ensure the safest surgical path for repositioning the areola.
Breast Reduction is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes 3 to 4 hours. The surgeon removes the excess tissue, reshapes the remaining breast “envelope,” and lifts the nipple to a higher, more youthful position. At Liv Hospital, we use internal “dissolvable” sutures to provide structural support during the initial biological healing phase.
The results of mammaplasty are intended to be permanent, though the breasts still respond to biological changes like aging and weight gain.
Liv Hospital is a center of excellence for both aesthetic mammaplasty and complex Breast Reconstruction Surgery. Our surgeons are masters of “scar-minimization” and prioritize both the functional relief and the aesthetic beauty of your results. Whether you are seeking a male breast reduction or a life-changing reduction of heavy breast tissue, we provide a compassionate, JCI-accredited environment for your transformation. We are dedicated to helping you live a life free from pain and full of confidence. We encourage you to reach out and call Liv Hospital to schedule your personalized consultation today.
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A breast lift (mastopexy) removes excess skin and reshapes the breast to sit higher on the chest without removing significant breast tissue. A breast reduction removes skin, fat, and glandular tissue to make the breast smaller, lighter, and lifted. A reduction always includes a lift, but a lift does not reduce size.
Generally, breast reduction results are permanent. The removed tissue cannot grow back. However, the remaining breast tissue can enlarge due to hormonal changes such as pregnancy, significant weight gain, or menopause. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve the results.
It can. The ability to breastfeed depends on the surgical technique used and whether the milk ducts connected to the nipple are preserved. While many women can breastfeed after reduction, some may have reduced milk production or be unable to breastfeed.
Yes, all surgical incisions leave scars. However, they are placed in areas typically covered by a bra or a bikini top. Over time, usually 12 to 18 months, the scars fade significantly from red to thin white lines, becoming much less noticeable.
There is no specific upper age limit as long as the patient is healthy enough for anesthesia. For younger patients, surgeons typically recommend waiting until breast development is complete, usually around age 18, to ensure the breasts do not grow back after surgery.
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