For women with very large, pendulous breasts, breast reduction surgery is designed to provide relief from specific medical problems, which may include back and neck pain, skin irritation to skeletal deformities, and breathing problems.

Ideal candidates for reduction mammaplasty are those who meet these requirements:

• 18 years of age or older
• Mature enough to fully understand the procedure
• Limited to certain activities due to large breasts
• Experiencing physical discomfort
• Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
• In good physical and psychological health
• Wanting to improve their appearance and/or comfort
• Realistic in their expectations

Dr. Voloshin can help to create a smaller, lighter, and firmer bust size for breast reduction patients. This type of surgery can also reduce the size of the areola, the darker skin surrounding the nipple. In general, the goal of reduction mammaplasty is to give a woman smaller, better-shaped breasts in proportion with the rest of her body.