Reasons to Undergo Breast Reduction Surgery

There's no question that breast augmentation surgery is one of the most sought-after cosmetic surgeries year after year, leaving many people surprised when a woman chooses the opposite — to reduce the size of her breasts. However, thousands of women opt for breast reduction surgery each year. While each patient's reasons for wanting breast reduction surgery are unique, some of the most common reasons for reducing breast size include to alleviate pain associated with heavy breasts, to improve body proportions, and simply to fit and feel better in certain styles of clothing.

At Ben Schultz, M.D., board-certified plastics surgeon Dr. Benjamin D. Schultz believes that every woman should be able to have the body they desire and is proud to offer a full suite of body contouring procedures — including breast reduction surgery — to help patients achieve their aesthetic goals in Baltimore, MD.

What does a breast reduction do?

The primary purpose of breast reduction surgery is to reduce the overall volume of one or both of the breasts through the removal of breast tissue and excess skin. In most cases, a breast reduction includes a breast lift and nipple-areola reduction to ensure a natural, appropriate, and symmetric result.

Why do women get breast reduction surgery?

There are several potential reasons why a woman may pursue breast reduction surgery, though each patient will have her own unique goals for the procedure. In some cases, patients undergo breast reduction to address physical symptoms, like chronic pain, while others choose to reduce their breasts for lifestyle reasons — like women who are very physically active. Overall, some of the most common reasons a woman may want a breast reduction include:

• To relieve the symptoms of overly large or heavy breasts, like chronic pain, poor posture, and others
• To improve body proportions
• To fit more comfortably in certain styles of clothing
• To improve breast symmetry
• To feel more confident about their appearance
• To reduce discomfort with exercise or physical activity

During your initial consultation, Dr. Schultz will closely listen to your concerns and goals and help determine whether breast reduction surgery may be an appropriate and effective solution for you.

How much smaller will breasts be after a breast reduction?

The change in breast size after breast reduction surgery will vary from person to person based on multiple factors, including how much excess breast tissue and/or skin is present, the patient's desired breast size, and others. Again, Dr. Schultz will work with you to understand your ideal outcome and then tailor your surgical plan to align with those goals. In some cases, patients may want a dramatic reduction in breast size, while others may only want a moderate size decrease or a breast symmetry correction while retaining the majority of their breast volume. Whatever your reasoning or goals are for breast reduction surgery, our caring team is here to help.

Take the pressure off with breast reduction surgery in Baltimore, MD

Don't let heavy, large breasts bring you down —physically or mentally — any longer. Take the first step toward the perkier, more proportionate look you deserve by calling our friendly team at Ben Schultz, M.D. to schedule your Baltimore, MD breast reduction surgery consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Benjamin D. Schultz today.