Breast reduction is a reconstructive and functional plastic surgery procedure designed to reduce excessive breast volume and reshape the breasts to achieve better proportion, comfort, and physical function. Unlike purely aesthetic procedures, breast reduction is often performed to relieve chronic physical symptoms caused by overly large breasts, making it one of the most life-improving surgeries for affected patients.

Excessively large breasts can place significant strain on the neck, shoulders, and back, leading to chronic pain, posture problems, and muscular fatigue. Many patients experience shoulder grooving from bra straps, skin irritation beneath the breast folds, recurrent rashes, and difficulty with physical activity. Psychological distress, self-consciousness, and limitations in clothing choices are also common.

Breast hypertrophy may develop during adolescence, persist into adulthood, or worsen after pregnancy and weight changes. In younger patients, early breast enlargement can interfere with physical development and emotional well-being. Breast reduction addresses both the physical burden and the emotional impact of disproportionate breast size.

Preoperative assessment includes detailed measurement of breast volume, skin quality, nipple position, symmetry, and chest wall structure. The patient’s symptoms and functional limitations are carefully documented. Importantly, breast reduction is planned to preserve nipple sensation and breast shape while achieving meaningful volume reduction.

The procedure involves removal of excess breast tissue, fat, and skin, followed by reshaping of the remaining breast and repositioning of the nipple-areola complex to a more natural, elevated position. The goal is not only to reduce size but to create a lighter, lifted, and well-supported breast contour.

Recovery involves gradual return to daily activities with relief from preoperative symptoms often noticeable early. Long-term benefits include improved posture, physical comfort, ability to exercise, and psychological well-being.

Breast reduction consistently ranks among the highest satisfaction procedures in plastic surgery, offering durable relief and improved quality of life when appropriately planned and executed.