Breast Reduction
Excess breast tissue can feel more like a burden than a blessing, contributing to physical discomfort as well as self-consciousness. Miami double board-certified plastic surgeon and breast procedure specialist Dr. Lee A. Gibstein offers tailored breast reduction surgery to help you achieve a more care-free and confident life. With prestigious training, 20 years of experience, and advanced surgical techniques, Dr. Gibstein consistently delivers exquisite results. Undergoing breast reduction surgery is a significant decision; trust Dr. Gibstein to guide you through a seamless and patient-focused experience at our locations in Miami and Boynton Beach.
Breast reduction (also called reduction mammoplasty) is a surgical procedure that reshapes and reduces the size of the breasts by removing excess breast tissue, fat, glandular tissue, and skin.
The surgery not only relieves physical symptoms such as back and shoulder pain, but also refines the breast shape for better proportion with the rest of the body.
Unlike breast augmentation or breast lift, which add volume or reposition tissue, breast reduction surgery decreases breast weight while lifting and reshaping for a more youthful breast contour.
For many patients, the surgery is both reconstructive and aesthetic, offering lasting comfort and improved body image. A breast reduction surgery can relieve or improve:
You may be a good candidate if you:
During consultation, Dr. Gibstein will review your medical history, including any previous breast surgery, breast cancer risk factors, or need for a baseline mammogram.
Most patients return to daily activities within 1–2 weeks, with full recovery achieved in 6–8 weeks.
Results are visible immediately after surgery, though swelling will take several weeks to resolve. Breast reduction provides permanent removal of excess breast tissue, though future weight changes, aging, or pregnancy may affect the outcome.
Smaller, lighter breasts in proportion to your frame, with improved breast shape, nipple position, and long-lasting relief from physical discomfort.
Large breasts can cause more than cosmetic concerns. Many women experience back and shoulder pain, neck pain, skin irritation, and even difficulty exercising due to the weight of excess breast tissue. A breast reduction surgery (also known as reduction mammaplasty) removes excess tissue, fat, and skin to create a balanced, lighter, and more comfortable breast size. Dr. Gibstein’s meticulous attention to detail and harmony will ensure a natural and balanced outcome
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Breast reduction surgery can be both. For patients with chronic pain or skin irritation, it may be considered medically necessary, while it also offers substantial cosmetic benefits.
Yes. All surgical procedures leave scars, but Dr. Gibstein places incisions in natural creases like the inframammary fold and uses refined techniques to minimize visibility. Over the first year, scars wiil fade and dramatically improve.
Women with a family history of breast cancer or who are undergoing breast biopsies may still be candidates. Dr. Gibstein often recommends a baseline mammogram before surgery.
A breast lift repositions and reshapes the breasts while marginally reducing their size. A breast reduction removes excess breast tissue and fat while lifting and reshaping for comfort and proportion.
The amount of tissue removal depends on your body weight, breast volume, and goals. Dr. Gibstein will customize the procedure to achieve balance with the rest of your body.
