Breast Reduction

Reduction mammaplasty, removes excess breast fat, glandular tissue and skin to achieve a breast size in proportion with the body and to alleviate the discomfort associated with overly large breasts that can cause some women to have both health and emotional problems.

In addition to self-image issues, there can also be physical pain and discomfort. The weight of excess breast tissue can impair one's ability to lead an active life. The emotional discomfort and self-consciousness often associated with having large pendulous breasts is as important an issue to many women as the physical discomfort and pain.

Breast reduction for men, also known as gynecomastia, is the surgical correction of over-developed or enlarged breasts in men. Gynecomastia is common in men of any age. It can be the result of hormonal changes, heredity conditions, disease or the use of certain drugs. Gynecomastia can cause emotional discomfort and impair self-confidence. Some men may even avoid certain physical activities and intimacy simply to hide their condition. Gynecomastia, which may be present unilaterally (one breast) or bilaterally (both breasts), is characterized by:

• Excess localized fat
• Excess glandular tissue development
• A combination of both excess fat and glandular tissue