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Breast Reduction

Mammoplasty

The main reason for considering a breast reduction, or reduction mammoplasty is that an over generous bust size

can be distressing or uncomfortable.
 

Backpain Relief

Large breasts can often be the cause of significant

physical discomfort and self-consciousness. Breast

reduction surgery could significantly help to relieve

the constant backache or shoulder pain associated

with big breasts.

 

Male Breast ("man boobs") Reduction?

Click here for information on gynaecomastia procedures.

Breast Surgery: Breast Reduction Information

 

Female Breast Reduction - What a Mammoplasty Involves

 

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STEP 1

The operation involves removal of excess breast and skin tissue to reduce the overall size of the breast and also reshaping of the breast itself and repositioning of the nipple to create a higher bustline. 

 

 

 

 

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STEP 2

This diagram shows the position of the scar after the operation.  The breasts are smaller and the nipples are higher.

 

 

 

 

faqFrequently Asked Questions

 

 

Q: Am I being vain wanting a breast reduction?

Looking after our appearance is not a vanity. You should feel proud of yourself for having the courage to want to change something that you feel unhappy with, especially if large breasts are causing back or shoulder pain, issues with confidence or even problems in selecting clothes.

 

Q: How much smaller can my breasts be reduced?

Each individual breast reduction case is different, your surgeon will examine you and discuss the achievable reduction in size.

 

Q: Who is a good candidate for breast reduction surgery?

A breast reduction is usually performed for physical relief helping the patient reduce the discomfort and embarrassment caused by very large or saggy breasts rather than for purely cosmetic reasons.

 

Q: What will I look like after this form of cosmetic surgery?

All cosmetic surgery is associated with bruising, so you should expect this for 7-10 days after your breast reduction. Some patients remain bruised for longer and in rare cases for up to a month or more. You may start to see the results quickly but you will not see the final benefits of your surgery for many months.

 

Q: Can you treat "man boobs"?

Yes, but there is a separate procedure for male breast reduction, or gynaecomastia.  This can produce a sleek, trim physique by removing the excess fat and skin from the chest area, relieving the distress and embarrassment that this condition can cause. 

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Your Questions

Cosmetic Breast Surgery

How do I know if breast surgery is right for me?


Your surgeon will to tell you which form of breast surgery is most suitable for you and will help you understand the risks. Only you can decide whether the operation is right for you. Your surgeon will help you achieve your aim. Although no surgeon can give a guarantee, cosmetic surgery should not be scheduled unless there is a good chance you will be pleased with the result. The final decision remains one that only you can make.

 

Breast Enlargement - if you have small breasts they may not appear in proportion with your size or offer the fashion options that enhance your figure.  Even if you are happy with your size and shape, it's hard to keep the same figure through the years.  Breast implants can help create the ideal size, shape and feel for a more confident, feminine you

 

Breast Uplift- many women seek this procedure after pregnancy, breast-feeding, weight loss or simply the ageing process, where the breasts sag and lose volume.  A mastopexy is a common choice to create a more youthful profile.  It can be combined with implants where more volume is also required.

 

Breast Reduction large breasts can cause significant discomfort as well as self-consciousness for some woment.  A breast reduction can provide a better proportioned bust which can relieve back-pain/shoulder-pain and create a shape you are happier with.
 

 

Trust The Hospital Group

The Hospital Group were established in 1993 and are one of the UK's leading providers of cosmetic surgery. Our cosmetic surgeons are true specialists in the field and we perform literally thousands of cosmetic surgery procedures every year.  It's not just a medical procedure, it's an art with the objective of making their patients look and feel better.

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A Clinic Near You

Consultations and any post-operative appointments are held in a clinic near you for your convenience.  We now have 19 clinics around the UK and Ireland - see where your nearest is. 

 

Your Consultation

Book a consultation and you will receive FREE advice from our Patient Care Coordinator and from an aesthetic cosmetic surgeon.  It's a great opportunity to ask all your questions, see before & after photos and discuss the outcome you could expect from your chosen procedure.  There's no obligation, so you've nothing to lose. 

 

 

 

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