Breast reduction is a common cosmetic surgery procedure (also known as reduction mammaplasty) which is performed to reduce the size of the breasts.  Some of the common reasons for breast reduction cosmetic surgery include:

• Extremely large breasts can result in causing back, neck and shoulder pain. Having breast reduction cosmetic surgery can reduce the weight of the breasts resulting in less strain on the body and an increase in mobility. 

• Extremely large breasts can result in a women feeling excessively self conscious. Breast reduction surgery can provide a woman with a breast size which she feels is more in proportion to the rest of her body.

• Breast reduction surgery can improve the symmetry of the breasts and give them a shapelier appearance. It can also help reduce the size of the areola which may be desired by some women for cosmetic reasons.

• Woman with extremely large breasts often suffer from indentations caused by bra straps. Having breast reduction plastic surgery can provide a long term solution to this problem.

As with breast enlargement surgery (breast augmentation), breast reduction surgery is performed most commonly on women. However men who suffer from gynecomastia may also choose to have breast reduction surgery to obtain a firmer and better contoured chest. In either case however it is essential that you consult with an experienced cosmetic surgeon and do your research on the options available to you so that you can then make an informed decision as to whether breast reduction cosmetic surgery is the right choice for you.

The Hurlingham Clinic situated in London is one of UK’s leading cosmetic surgery clinics. The Hurlingham Clinic specialises in both breast reduction and breast augmentation cosmetic surgery. If you are considering having cosmetic surgery then The Hurlingham Clinic can be contacted on 020 7348 6380 for more information.