Having overly large breasts (hypermastia) can cause physical discomfort and health problems such as:

• Backaches
• Spine problems
• Neck pain
• Tingling in the hands
• Headaches and migraines
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Balance problems

Large breasts can preclude women from participating in sports and certain types of exercise. And they can make a woman feel overly self-conscious about her breasts and their disproportionate size in relation to her body. This self-consciousness can affect a person’s life, both socially and professionally.

Breast reduction surgery is intended to help women of any age experience greater comfort and confidence by reducing the size of their breasts. Breast reduction not only improves the symptoms related to overly large breasts, but also adds a breast lift, repositioning the nipples and areolae to a higher position and re-shaping the breasts to a smaller, more natural and beautiful look to match the overall chest size.

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Prior to surgery, you will have a consultation with Dr. Saltz to discuss your expectations and goals for your breast reduction. It is a good idea to do some research about the procedure beforehand, viewing before-and-after photos and learning about the surgery. In your discussion, Dr. Saltz will determine if breast reduction is right for you, both physically and mentally.

During the surgery, the initial incisions are made around the areolae in a circular or T shaped pattern. Underlying breast tissue is removed, shaped, and repositioned. Usually, the nipples and areolae are moved to a higher position on the breast. The areolae can also be trimmed, if desired.