Breast · Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · Mayo Clinic–Trained
Comfort, proportion, and renewed confidence
Breast reduction by Dr. Humberto Palladino. Smaller, shapelier breasts that move with your life, not against it.
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Overview
When size becomes a burden
Overly large breasts can cause real, daily discomfort, both physical and emotional. Breast reduction surgery corrects the size of large, pendulous breasts to produce smaller, proportionate, and youthful results.
For many women, disproportionately large breasts take both a physical and an emotional toll. The weight can cause chronic back and neck pain, draw unwanted attention, and keep you from the activities you enjoy.
Breast reduction removes the excess breast tissue at the root of it. Proportion comes back, the chronic ache eases, and movement stops being something you plan your day around.
What breast reduction can do
Benefits that go deeper than aesthetics
Physical Relief
Relief from chronic neck, back, and shoulder pain caused by the weight of disproportionately large breasts.
Smaller, Shapelier Breasts
Smaller, more shapely breasts, proportionate to your frame. Natural-looking, never overdone.
A More Balanced Physique
Clothes fit the way they should, and movement comes easier.
Greater Comfort & Confidence
More comfort at the gym, at work, and in your own body.
The procedure
Precision surgery, tailored to you
Breast reduction surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure at an accredited surgical facility. General anesthesia ensures a comfortable, painless experience. Dr. Palladino will confirm the technique and the aesthetic goal with you on the day of treatment.
Incision Options
Dr. Palladino creates an incision along the breast to remove excess breast tissue. The length of the incision varies depending on the severity of your treatment.
- Donut incision: used for more minor corrections, placed around the border of the areola.
- Anchor incision: used in more significant cases; provides the greatest access for tissue removal. Created around the areola, vertically down the breast, and across the natural crease.
Combining a Breast Lift
Dr. Palladino may recommend combining a breast lift with your reduction. Women with large, pendulous breasts often have a significant degree of sagging. Lift techniques improve the shape of the breasts and set them in a higher, more attractive position, so volume and contour are addressed in one procedure.
Your care with Dr. Palladino
Preparing for your surgery
To prepare for surgery, you should quit smoking at least six weeks before the procedure. Avoid eating or drinking anything for at least eight hours prior to the surgery, as this ensures that anesthesia can be used safely.
The day of your procedure, wear a loose-fitting shirt, preferably one that buttons in the front. When you arrive at the surgery center, you will be escorted to the pre-operative suite, where Dr. Palladino will map out your treatment areas to guide him during surgery.
A family member or friend should accompany you to the surgery center and remain available for updates on your progress. You will need someone to drive you home from surgery.
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Common questions
Breast reduction, answered
If you are considering a reduction of your breasts, you should be in good overall health and have realistic expectations about your results. Breast reduction may be right for you if:
- You have chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain due to the weight of your breasts
- You have developed skin irritation beneath your breasts
- You restrict your physical activities or exercise
- Your breasts are a source of embarrassment to you
Candidacy is determined at your personal consultation with Dr. Palladino, where he will review your goals and health history and build a personalised treatment plan.
Your breasts will likely be swollen, bruised, and tender after surgery; these side effects resolve over time. You should rest as much as possible in the days following surgery and limit any strenuous activities, such as bending, lifting, or straining.
Dr. Palladino will follow up with you several times after surgery to check on your healing progress and answer any questions you may have. Breast reduction recovery varies by patient, but you should be back to work and your normal routine within a week or two.
Scarring is a risk associated with any surgery. The severity of your scarring will depend on the extent of correction you require. Factors such as post-operative care and your natural healing process will also impact the visibility of your scars. Most women feel that the amount of scarring is worth the improvement in their breasts, especially since the scarring will fade over time.
Your breast reduction is tailored to address your specific aesthetic needs. The nature of your correction will affect the cost of your procedure, though a typical breast reduction costs between $4,000 and $5,500. Your personalised estimate will be provided following your consultation with Dr. Palladino.
A medical history that proves physical discomfort due to the size and weight of your breasts may help you receive insurance coverage. We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to explore your options before your consultation.
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