Will My Nipple Sensation Change?

Temporary numbness or changes in nipple and breast sensation can occur after surgery. Sensation often improves as you heal, but permanent changes are possible.

Will Insurance Cover a Breast Reduction?

Some insurance plans cover breast reduction when medical-necessity requirements are met. Criteria and documentation vary by carrier, so check your policy directly. Chatham Plastic Surgery can also review surgical pricing, payment information, and financing with you.

What Kind of Scars Can I Expect?

Breast reduction leaves permanent scars, usually around the areola and extending vertically downward, with an additional crease incision in some cases. Scars generally soften and fade with time, but they won’t disappear completely.

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Breast reduction, also called reduction mammaplasty, removes excess tissue, fat, and skin to create smaller, lighter breasts. For people living with neck, shoulder, or back discomfort, bra-strap grooves, skin irritation, or limitations during exercise, surgery can lessen the physical burden of overly large breasts.

At Chatham Plastic Surgery in Savannah, GA, Dr. Carl B. Pearl performs breast reduction for people who want relief from physical symptoms or a breast size that fits their frame more comfortably. Dr. Pearl is a board-certified plastic surgeon who completed general surgery residency at the Medical College of Georgia and plastic surgery training at UT Memphis, where he served as administrative chief resident.

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Benefits of Breast Reduction

Breast reduction can change more than cup size. By removing excess weight and reshaping the remaining tissue, surgery may help with:

Neck, back, and shoulder discomfort: Less breast weight can reduce strain linked with very large breasts.
Bra-strap grooves and skin irritation: Reducing breast volume may lessen shoulder pressure and friction beneath the breast fold.
Physical activity: A smaller breast size can make exercise and everyday movement more comfortable.
Clothing fit: Bras, tops, dresses, and activewear may fit more comfortably after surgery.

Breast Reduction Procedure

Before surgery, Dr. Pearl evaluates your breast size, skin, anatomy, symptoms, and goals.

Breast reduction generally removes glandular tissue, fat, and skin. The remaining tissue is reshaped, and the nipple and areola are usually repositioned higher on the breast while remaining attached to their blood and nerve supply. A keyhole or anchor-shaped incision may be used, and temporary drains are sometimes placed.

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Is Breast Reduction Right for Me?

You may be a candidate if large breasts cause ongoing discomfort, skin irritation, shoulder grooves, difficulty exercising, or trouble finding clothing that fits comfortably. Good candidates are generally healthy, have realistic expectations, and don’t smoke or vape. Significant weight changes or pregnancy can change breast size and surgical results, so discuss those plans with Dr. Pearl.

Breast Reduction Recovery

Swelling, bruising, tenderness, and tightness are expected early in recovery. You’ll typically wear a surgical or support bra and limit strenuous activity while your incisions heal. Many people return to work within a few weeks depending on their job, while heavy lifting and vigorous exercise are usually restricted for several weeks.

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Why Choose Chatham Plastic Surgery for Breast Reduction in Savannah, GA?

Patients choose Chatham Plastic Surgery for breast reduction, in part, because of Dr. Pearl’s experience and education. He is board-certified in plastic surgery and works in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, face, and body. His training gives him a broad surgical background for planning breast reduction around your anatomy, symptoms, and goals.

At Chatham Plastic Surgery, you’ll also benefit from a clinical team that includes nurses, a physician assistant, medical assistants, and a patient care coordinator. When you work with us, you can trust that you’ll have plenty of time to discuss preparation, scars, activity restrictions, and what you can reasonably expect as you heal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It can. Breast reduction may reduce your ability to breastfeed, although some people still nurse after surgery. Your ability to breastfeed can depend on the surgical technique and how the procedure affects the milk ducts and nerves. Tell Dr. Pearl if future breastfeeding matters to you.

Discuss Breast Reduction in Savannah, GA

Large breasts can affect comfort, movement, and clothing choices. To discuss what breast reduction could mean for you, call Chatham Plastic Surgery in Savannah, GA, at 912-446-1985 or contact us to arrange a consultation.