Breast Reduction
Cosmetic Surgery In Boston, MA.

Are you relatively large breasted? Do you experience neck and back pain, bra strap grooving, or rashes underneath your breasts? Apart from the discomfort, disproportionately large breasts can make you feel very self-conscious, and finding clothes and bras that fit can be difficult. A breast reduction to reduce the weight and size of your breasts could make a vast difference for you.

For women with larger breasts, sagging can be a major issue. When he performs a breast reduction, Dr. Davidson lifts your breasts at the same time that he reduces their weight and size. The added lift helps enhance their shape to create a younger contour and appearance. Just as he does when he combines a breast lift with an augmentation, Dr. Davidson uses the same incisions for both procedures so there are no additional scars and you only need to have one surgery.

A breast reduction reduces the size of your breasts by removing excess skin, fat, and breast tissue, and then reshaping the breasts to give them a fuller and more youthful appearance. Breast reduction surgery not only improves your appearance, but also immediately lessens the associated symptoms of pain and discomfort. Of all the plastic surgery procedures Dr. Davidson performs, breast reduction results in the quickest body-image changes; many say that they wish they had opted for the procedure earlier in life.

Breast Reduction Procedure

During your first visit, Dr. Davidson will conduct a complete examination, including breast measurements. This will help him determine the amount of breast tissue that needs to be removed in order to relieve your symptoms and enhance your appearance.

Techniques for breast reduction vary, but the most common one involves an incision that is in the shape of an "anchor," going around the areola, continuing downward vertically, and then horizontally underneath the breast. Ultimately, your breasts will be reshaped and reduced while shifting the nipple to a higher position. This procedure is done under anesthesia, either in our office operating suite or at the hospital.

Breast Reduction Recovery

After surgery, you'll be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a surgical bra over gauze dressings with two drainage tubes to eliminate any oozing you may experience. After one day, Dr. Davidson will remove the drains.

For the first four weeks after breast reduction surgery, Dr. Davidson recommends that you wear a comfortable bra without underwire (such as a Lycra sports bra) and avoid any heavy lifting or exercise. Although you will feel well two or three days after surgery, it is important to limit your physical activity for optimal recovery and healing. Most women can return to work and social activities within about two weeks of surgery.

Dr. Davidson also offers breast uplift, breast expansion and breast augmentation procedures.