Reduction mammaplasty involves removing fat and tissue from the breasts and typically leads to modest (not dramatic) weight loss. Many women find that they look lighter once their breasts are proportional to the frame of their body. A breast reduction can help women who would like to lose weight to achieve their goals since many find exercising (specifically cardio) to be much easier with small breasts.

Most women can still breastfeed after augmentation, though it is not guaranteed. We will discuss your plans for future pregnancies and the best approach at your consultation.

Good candidates have breasts that sag or have lost firmness, nipples that sit at or below the breast crease, and are at a stable weight and in good general health. Many patients seek a lift after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or significant weight loss.

Having a breast reduction is a personal decision. Some women face a lot of external pressure from friends and/or romantic partners who have opinions as to whether they should have breast reduction, but that should not factor into their decisions. What the team at Cool Springs Plastic Surgery can say confidently is that almost every patient who does choose to have a breast reduction is thrilled with the results and wishes she had done it sooner. Those patients who are considering a breast reduction and would like to learn more about it directly from a plastic surgeon can schedule a consultation with us.