Breast Reduction in Long Island
Breast reduction, also called reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the volume and stretched skin of large, pendulous breasts.
Women who want smaller, perkier, and more proportionate breasts for improved mobility, reduced back pain, and a wider range of fashion choices can benefit from this transformative procedure. It can also be a means of reducing the diameter of the areolas so that they match well with the newly formed shape of the breast mound.
- See The Difference: Breast Reduction Before and After Photos
- Real Stories: Breast Reduction Patient Reviews
- Breast Reduction Cost on Long Island & Flexible Financing
- Why Choose Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology for Your Breast Reduction?
- What Is Breast Reduction Surgery?
- What Are My Breast Reduction Options?
- What Are the Benefits of Breast Reduction?
- Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Breast Reduction Surgery?
- How Is a Breast Reduction Performed?
- Breast Reduction Recovery & Aftercare
- What Can I Expect From Breast Reduction Results?
- Breast Reduction FAQs
Depending on your preferences, lifestyle, and specific aesthetic concerns, there is a long-lasting solution designed to create beautifully balanced, symmetrical breasts that harmonize with your body.
Our results speak for themselves.
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Real Stories: Breast Reduction Patient Reviews
“After 2 births many years ago and recent weight loss, I was very self-conscious about the significant stretch marks and the loose skin left behind. Dr. Greenberg and his staff did a superb job removing the excess skin and giving me back my pre-pregnancy and weight gain tummy and breasts that I hadn’t seen in years. The post-surgical care was great and friendly staff has been a pleasure to deal with on follow-up visits.”
“Dr. Jason Weissler changed my life!!!! Can’t thank him or his team enough! Thank you, thank you, thank you! so happy with my breast reduction !!”
K.S.
“Thanks to my Dr. Jacqueline Ross she gave me all the answers to my questions and she explained well, she did my breast reduction now I’m so happy! She is so friendly, I highly recommend her.”
M.M.
Breast Reduction Cost on Long Island & Flexible Financing
The cost of your treatment will depend on the unique plan we create for you. Our practice offers Cherry, CareCredit®, PatientFi, and ALPHAEON® CREDIT financing options for those interested in making affordable payments.
Breast reduction is a personalized surgical procedure that uses various techniques tailored to each patient’s needs. During a comprehensive evaluation, we will determine the plan for your specific needs and that will determine the total cost of your breast reduction. Get started today by calling the location closest to you or inquiring through our online contact form.
Why Choose Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology for Your Breast Reduction?
The breast enhancement specialists at Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery are highly trained and experienced in performing complex breast enhancement procedures like breast reduction surgery. Our team is here to help you through the process and deliver the beautiful results we are renowned for. .
Our locations are led by experienced award-winning board-certified plastic surgeons: Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS; Jason M. Weissler, MD, FACS; Stephanie A. Cooper, MD; and Jacqueline Ross, MD. With their decades of combined experience, you will receive premium care throughout the preparation and recovery process for your breast reduction.
Book Your Breast Reduction Consultation on Long Island Today
If you are considering a breast reduction or would like to learn more about this transformative procedure, we encourage you to contact our practice at (888) 680-2090. Consultations are available at our New York City location in Manhattan, our office in Scarsdale, or at one of our Long Island offices: Southampton, Smithtown, or Woodbury, as well as Princeton and Boca Raton. Our staff will be happy to assist you in scheduling a consultation with our team to explore your options and begin your journey toward a more confident and rejuvenated you.
Learn about your options for a smaller, more comfortable breast size with customized breast reduction surgery at Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology. Call (888) 680-2090 or complete the contact form to schedule a consultation.
What Is Breast Reduction Surgery?
A breast reduction is a type of cosmetic breast surgery to remove excess breast tissue for patients with very large breasts who also experience shoulder pain, neck pain, breast sagging, and skin irritation from bra straps, and who desire a more manageable and aesthetically pleasing breast shape.
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What Are My Breast Reduction Options?
Anatomy of Breast Tissue
The female breasts are a defining aspect of femininity and can greatly impact a woman’s self-confidence and well-being. However, for some women, excessively large breasts can lead to physical discomfort, emotional distress, and certain health issues. Breasts have structures called lobules that produce milk and ducts, or tubes, that carry it to the nipple. Both of these tissues are considered glandular tissue that makes up only a small portion of the total breast volume. Fatty tissue is the main contributor to breast size and shape in women.
Depending on a woman’s genetics, age, BMI, and whether she has experienced pregnancy and/or breastfeeding, the amounts of each tissue type can vary. During a breast reduction, your surgeon will remove fat, skin, and some glandular tissue to enhance the shape of the breasts, elevate them, and reform them to better suit your overall frame.
At Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology, your surgeon will work alongside you to decide on the extent of your reduction and the specific aesthetic you desire.
Breast Lift
For those who need elevation of the breast in addition to a reduction in volume, a breast lift is an appropriate procedure to pair with reduction mammoplasty. Your surgeon will make all of the necessary changes for the reduction, utilizing one of these incision types:
- Periareolar incisions around each areola to correct mild ptosis
- Vertical/ “lollipop” incisions that involve an incision around the areola and one vertical incision toward the bottom crease of the breast (can be used to resolve mild or moderate ptosis)
- Inverted T, or “anchor,” incisions that look like lollipop incisions but have an added horizontal incision along the inframammary crease (promote the most dramatic effects and fix severe ptosis) (1–3)
What Are the Benefits of Breast Reduction?
Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammaplasty, holds benefits for many women experiencing issues with their large breasts. Beyond just cosmetic reasons, patients seek this procedure to improve functional issues, such as deep indentations from bra straps, back and shoulder pain, difficulty sleeping or with exercise, and more. For many women, breast reduction surgery is life-changing.
Other benefits of the procedure include:
- Reduced physical discomfort
- Improved aesthetic appearance
- Front-facing nipples
- Smaller nipple-areolar complex
- Improved breast symmetry
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Breast Reduction Surgery?
Women with very large or sagging breasts who experience a variety of medical problems, ranging from back and neck pain to skin irritation and even breathing problems, are ideal candidates. Women who feel self-conscious about their breasts can undergo the procedure for cosmetic purposes. All in all, prospective patients should be in good general health and free of underlying conditions that could interfere with recovery. Since breast reductions can affect your ability to breastfeed, patients should consider their future plans for childbearing before undergoing this surgery. Finally, patients should consider their BMI and attain a healthy weight to determine if their overly large breasts are weight-related before considering surgery.
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How Is a Breast Reduction Performed?
Your Breast Reduction Consultation
A personal consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons is the first step toward achieving your vision for your body. During your breast reduction consultation, Dr. Greenberg, Dr. Weissler, or Dr. Cooper will review your anatomy and any symptoms caused by the size of your breasts. They will explain your options for breast reduction and specific surgical approaches.
To schedule yours today, send us a message online or request an appointment, and we will respond as quickly as possible. You can also call our office at (888) 680-2090.
Breast Reduction Procedure Steps
Anesthesia
You can expect to undergo general anesthesia during your breast reduction to ensure you are completely comfortable throughout the entire procedure. Your surgeon will choose the best breast reduction techniques for your needs, as well as employ one of three types of breast reduction incisions, depending on the amount of sagging, or ptosis, present in your breasts.
Incisions
Your surgeon will make an incision around the nipple, from the nipple to the chest wall, or beneath the breast and along the inframammary crease, the underside of the breast. The size and location of the incisions depend on the amount of tissue being removed and other anatomical factors.
Breast Reduction
Once your surgeon makes the incisions, they will remove glandular tissue, fat, and excess skin. Sometimes liposuction is utilized during breast reductions to remove excess fatty tissue near the axilla (armpit) area.
When liposuction is performed, your surgeon will first inject a solution called tumescent fluid into the breast. This fluid numbs the area, makes the fat cells denser than before, and constricts blood vessels to prevent significant blood loss.
Next, your surgeon will make a small incision and gently suction the excess fat using an instrument called a cannula. The liposuction incisions are tiny and do not require sutures. Some women can benefit from a liposuction-only breast reduction. The benefit is that the glandular tissues remain in place.
Nipple Placement
If a breast lift is not necessary, the nipple will remain in its normal position. During this step, your surgeon can reduce the areola’s size for a more proportionate appearance. Newer surgical techniques allow for preservation of nipple sensation during this portion of the procedure.
Sutures and Dressings
After completing surgery, your surgeon will close the incisions and apply compression bandages. In some cases, drains may be placed to allow blood and excess fluid to exit the body. These will need to be emptied as directed by your surgeon and are generally removed after only one or two days.
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Breast Reduction Recovery & Aftercare
Weeks One to Three
During this time, you will experience some soreness, swelling, and bruising. Keeping your torso elevated, taking prescribed pain medications, and applying cold compresses as directed can help minimize discomfort. Unless you have a highly strenuous job, you can plan on returning to work within 10–14 days. About two weeks after your surgery, your surgeon will remove your sutures. Be sure to avoid any vigorous activity and heavy lifting.
Weeks Four to Six
As you change clothes and compression garments, you should use caution when handling your breasts so as not to create additional discomfort or irritation. In most cases, you can resume strenuous physical activity at this point in recovery.
Months One to Six
With time, swelling and soreness will begin to subside. You may experience some mild scarring, but it will typically be hidden by a bra or swimsuit. Complete healing and final results can take up to one year as your breasts settle into their new shape. After one year, your scars will begin to fade into your natural skin color. You can use silicone gel or another type of scar cream to speed up this process and encourage the growth of healthy new skin.
What Can I Expect From Breast Reduction Results?
In addition to a reduction in breast size, patients can expect an improvement in physical symptoms caused by their large breasts and an enhanced breast appearance. Your breasts will be smaller but also perkier and lifted higher on the chest with forward-facing nipples. With a breast reduction, patients can finally feel as good as they look, with greater comfort and self-confidence.
Breast Reduction FAQs
Breast reductions are typically performed on adults 18 and older, but in special cases, teenagers can be viable candidates.
Yes, many women who have very large breasts and back pain compensate by slouching, or are not strong enough to support their breasts. After breast reduction surgery, patients can strengthen their back muscles and improve their posture.
The results of your breast reduction are permanent provided that you maintain your weight. If you plan on having a child, hormone fluctuations may increase the size of your breasts.
Typically, breast reductions take about two to four hours.
Although some women successfully breastfeed after a breast reduction, there is no guarantee that you will produce an adequate amount of milk due to the removal of glandular tissue.
References
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- Schmauss D, Machens HG, Harder Y. Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy. Frontiers in Surgery. 2016;2(2). doi:https://doi.org/10.3389/fsurg.2015.00071
- Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy. National Cancer Institute. Published February 24, 2017. Accessed October 19, 2023. https://www.cancer.gov/types/breast/reconstruction-fact-sheet
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