BREAST REDUCTION (Reduction Mammoplasty)

Women with very large, pendulous breasts may experience a variety of medical problems, caused by the excessive breast weight, ranging from back and neck pain or skin irritation to skeletal deformities and breathing problems. If you decide to have the breast reduction surgery,

Dr. Glusac will examine your breasts and talk to you about the desired size of your breasts. He will show you where he intends to position the nipple and the areola.

The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia and takes about 3-4 hours, during which fat and extra tissue are removed. The scars are around the areola and the underside of the breast. A supportive bra is worn for several weeks and patients can usually return to work  5-7 days after the surgery.