Breast / Procedure guide
Explore whether reducing breast volume may better suit your comfort and proportions.
Is this you?
Breast size affecting comfort or activity
Questions about shape and proportion
Interest in a smaller breast volume
Understanding the procedure
Breast reduction removes breast tissue and skin to reduce volume and reshape the breast.
Planning factors
Breast size, chest width and individual goals shape the plan.
Skin quality and nipple position influence technique and scar pattern.
Approaches
Different incision patterns allow different amounts of reduction and repositioning.
Sensation and future breastfeeding can be affected; these are discussed before surgery.
Realistic expectations
Reduction may address volume and shape but cannot guarantee a particular size, perfect symmetry or relief from every symptom.
Consultation
A consultation considers health, symptoms, anatomy and expectations.
Your surgical journey
Your consultation includes a discussion of your goals, relevant history, examination and possible options. If surgery is appropriate, your team will explain preparation, the procedure and follow-up before you decide.
Recovery
Healing is individual. Your team will discuss dressings, activity, follow-up and when to seek help based on your procedure and circumstances. Avoid assuming another person's recovery timeline will apply to you.
Scars and limitations
Permanent scars are expected; their position depends on the selected technique.
Risks
All surgery has risks, including bleeding, infection, anaesthetic complications, changes in sensation, scarring, asymmetry and the possibility of further treatment. A personal consultation is essential to understand which risks apply to you.
Frequently asked questions
No. Cup sizes vary between brands and exact size cannot be promised.
It can be. Discuss future plans and technique-related considerations with your surgeon.
Related education
The next step is yours
A considered first conversation about what matters to you.
