Breast Reduction

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Breast reduction is a surgical procedure that reduces the size and weight of your breasts. If you have large, oversized breasts, you may be familiar with back pain, neck pain, bra strap indentations, and the feeling that your breasts are out of proportion with your figure. With a breast reduction, you can finally alleviate your discomfort and live your life more freely and comfortably.

Dr. Ashkan Ghavami of Ghavami Plastic Surgery is renowned board-certified plastic surgeon performing breast reductions in Beverly Hills. Thanks to their innovative techniques and precise surgical execution, patients are left with minimal scar tissue and are able to recover at a much more rapid rate. Their refined sense of artistry serves them well while reshaping the breasts, not just reducing them.

If you are ready to explore your breast reduction possibilities, please schedule a consultation online or call our Beverly Hills office at (310) 275-1959.

About Breast Reduction

There are different methods for carrying out the breast reduction with regard to incision placement. Based on the patient’s breast tissue quality and skin type, different techniques will be used that are best suited to these attributes. Overall, by redistributing/shaping the existing breast tissue and removing excess skin, a breast reduction can help you achieve smaller, more proportionate breasts while also alleviating chronic pain from heavy breasts. (1)

Benefits

Breast reduction offers several advantages, such as:

  • Reduced Physical Discomfort: Breast reduction can significantly reduce chronic neck, back, and shoulder pain.
  • Improved Posture: Many patients find it easier to stand straighter after removing excess weight from their chests.
  • Enhanced Mobility: It can be easier to perform certain functions or physical activities with lighter breasts.
  • Better Fitting Clothing: Reducing the size of your breasts can enhance the overall fit of your clothes and make it easier to shop.
  • Fewer Skin Concerns: Eliminating excess skin and tissue can reduce irritation or rashes that may have come from chafing.
  • Elevated Self-Esteem: Breast reductions elicit a satisfaction rate greater than 95%, with many patients experiencing improvements in their confidence after seeing their results. (2)
  • Long-Lasting Results: The results of a breast reduction are long-lasting, with many patients experiencing their results for years.

Candidates

You may be an ideal candidate for a breast reduction if you struggle with:

  • Poor posture
  • Breathing concerns due to the weight of your breasts
  • Deep grooving on your shoulders left by your bra straps
  • Difficulties finding clothing that fits and flatters your bust
  • Chronic neck and back pain

Before undergoing your breast reduction, you will need to be in good general health and maintain realistic expectations regarding your results. You should also ideally be a nonsmoker or willing to quit using nicotine. Your surgeon will assess your candidacy during your personal consultation.

Personal Consultation

The first step to transforming the appearance of your breasts is attending an initial consultation at our Beverly Hills office. During this consultation, Dr. Ghavami will meet with you individually to help you explore your breast reduction options. They will ask you about your medical history, concerns, and procedure goals. They will also examine the physical condition of your breasts and overall anatomy.

If you are ready to begin your treatment, please schedule a consultation online or call our office at (310) 275-1959.

Preparation

Your surgeon will provide a set of pre-operative instructions to help you prepare for your procedure. These instructions may vary depending on the details of your surgical plan, but you should follow them closely. These instructions may include:

  • Refraining from taking any blood-thinning medications and supplements.
  • Ceasing any nicotine or tobacco use in the weeks leading up to your procedure.
  • Pre-arranging transportation home from your procedure.
  • Preparing to take time away from your career and other commitments.
  • Avoiding alcohol consumption in the days before and after your procedure.
  • Filling any necessary prescriptions ahead of time.

Procedures

Our surgeons perform breast reduction on an outpatient basis. Anesthesia is administered for your complete comfort. Your breasts will also be marked to help guide your surgeon during surgery.

They will begin the operation by making the planned incisions. They will use one of several incision patterns, depending on the size of your breasts, degree of sagging, and location of your nipple-areola complex.

  • Doughnut-shaped incision: This is solely around the border of the areola
  • Lollipop-shaped incision: This is around the areola and extends vertically down to the crease under the breast
  • Anchor-shaped incision: This is around the border of the areolas, extends vertically down to the breast crease, and horizontally along the breast crease

These options will be discussed and agreed upon during your initial surgical consultation. Our surgeons always incorporate breast lift techniques into breast reduction so that the breasts look perkier, regardless of the size. They often reduce the size of the areola as well.

When complete, they will close the incisions with absorbable sutures that do not need to be removed.

Recovery

It is normal to experience swelling, soreness, and bruising after surgery. If you experience discomfort, you can take oral medication as prescribed for relief. Your surgeon may recommend wearing a special sports bra that puts compression on the breasts as they heal. They will monitor your recovery with periodic follow-up visits.

As you recover from surgery, you must refrain from strenuous activities, including lifting objects heavier than 25 pounds. You will need to take 5 to 10 days off from work, per your surgeon’s recommendations. Slowly, you can start to incorporate your regular activities back into your routine, including exercise, anywhere from three weeks to six weeks post-op.

Results

After healing from surgery, you can enjoy the benefits of your smaller and lighter breasts for many years to come. Unless you gain a substantial amount of weight or become pregnant, your breasts should not fluctuate significantly in size.

They may start to sag over time as a normal result of gravity and aging, but their size will be relatively stable. The scarring along your incision lines will fade significantly over time and can be easily hidden beneath swimsuits and revealing clothing.

The Cost of a Breast Reduction in Beverly Hills, California

The cost of your breast reduction can vary depending on several factors, including the surgical techniques, the extent of the corrections, whether you include additional procedures, and other relevant factors. During your consultation, your surgeon will discuss each detail of your surgical plan and will provide a comprehensive cost estimate. Ghavami Plastic Surgery additionally offers financing to make your goals more accessible.

If you are interested in learning more, please schedule a consultation online. Alternatively, you may call or text our office at (310) 275-1959.

FAQ

Will a breast reduction affect my ability to breastfeed?

This depends on the techniques your surgeon uses and the amount of tissue they remove. If you are interested in breastfeeding after your procedure, we ask that you discuss these concerns with your surgeon in advance.

Is there significant scarring after a breast reduction?

There will be some scarring after your procedure; however, it will fade significantly throughout your recovery, and can be easily covered by swimsuits or revealing clothing.

How long does it typically take to perform a breast reduction?

Breast reduction procedures take approximately two to four hours to perform, but this timing may vary depending on the details of your surgical plan.

Is there an ideal age to receive a breast reduction?

There is no ideal age to receive a breast reduction. As long as your breasts are fully developed and you are in good overall health, you may undergo this procedure.

Can I combine my breast reduction with another cosmetic procedure?

Yes, you may combine your procedure with another for more comprehensive and cohesive results. Some patients undergo their breast reduction as part of a more comprehensive mommy makeover procedure. This set of procedures is designed to rejuvenate the body after pregnancy so that patients only have to undergo one recovery.

What is the difference between a breast lift and a breast reduction?

Our surgeons actually incorporate breast lift techniques into all the breast reductions they perform. A standard breast lift, however, does not typically address breast size, as a breast reduction is meant to. A breast lift alone will primarily lift the breasts higher onto the chest wall and remove just the necessary excess skin to address sagging. The primary goal of a breast reduction, however, is to make the breasts smaller and more comfortable for the patient.

Is breast reduction covered by insurance?

In many cases, breast reduction can be covered by insurance, but this depends on the patient’s insurance plan and other factors. We encourage you to reach out to inquire about your options.

References

  1. Sachs D, Hattingh G, Szymanski KD. Breast Reduction. Nih.gov. Published August 6, 2025. Accessed November 21, 2025. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441974/#article-18593.s7
  2. Faulkner HR, Merceron T, Wang J, Losken A. Safe Reproducible Breast Reduction. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open. 2023;11(9):e5245. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/GOX.0000000000005245