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Transformative Breast Reduction Surgery - By Dr. Hyman

Not only can breast reduction reduce the size of your breasts by removing excess tissue, but the surgery also frees you from the pain, physical limitations, and unwanted attention that come with large, heavy breasts. Dr. Hyman is a board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience and has performed thousands of procedures. He has one of the highest patient satisfaction rates among New York City breast surgeons and performs every procedure in his own AAAASF-accredited surgical suite on Park Avenue.

What is Breast Reduction Surgery?

Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the size of the breasts. The procedure involves the removal of excess breast tissue, tightening of the skin, and repositioning of the nipples and areolas. Breast reduction surgery has one of the highest patient satisfaction rates of all plastic surgery procedures.

This life-changing treatment can address several uncomfortable physical and emotional issues, including:

  • Chronic back problems
  • Neck and shoulder pain
  • Excess bra strap pressure
  • Inability to wear certain clothes
  • Restricted physical activity
  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Rashes
  • Unwanted attention

With reduction mammoplasty, Dr. Hyman reduces breast size to minimize discomfort and improve your daily life. He carefully reshapes them to leave your chest round, lifted, and perfectly proportioned.

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Benefits of Breast Reduction

Patients pursue breast reduction to resolve a combination of physical and emotional concerns tied to overly large breasts. Common benefits include:

  • Relief from chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain
  • Reduced bra strap pressure and shoulder grooving
  • Easier fit in clothing and activewear
  • Improved posture and greater ease during exercise
  • A more balanced, proportionate figure
  • Reduced self-consciousness around unwanted attention
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Breast Reduction vs. Breast Lift

A breast lift reshapes and raises sagging breasts by removing excess skin, without changing overall breast size.

Breast reduction includes everything a lift does, and also removes excess fat and tissue to meaningfully reduce breast size, weight, and volume. Patients dealing with physical discomfort from breast size typically need a reduction rather than a lift alone.

Is Breast Reduction Surgery Right for Me?

If you are at a stable weight and in generally good health, you are likely a good candidate for breast reduction in New York City. If the size and weight of your breasts affect your self-esteem, prevent you from enjoying certain activities, or cause physical discomfort, breast reduction can help you to:

  • Wear bras and clothing that fit
  • Lie on your stomach more easily
  • Enjoy better posture 
  • Exercise more comfortably
  • Reduce pain from bra straps digging into your shoulders
  • Enjoy a beautiful, balanced figure

Breast reduction can make it easier to exercise, improving both your health and overall well-being. If you smoke, you’ll need to quit before surgery and remain smoke-free throughout your recovery to facilitate optimal healing.

The best way to find out if reduction mammoplasty is right for you is to meet personally with Dr. Hyman to discuss your candidacy. During this important meeting, he will discuss your concerns, answer your questions, and perform a detailed physical exam and review of your medical history. 

Shaping the Standards of Plastic Surgery

Dr. Hyman completed his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency through the combined Cornell, Columbia, and Memorial Sloan Kettering program in New York, following a general surgery residency at UC San Diego.

He has served as Senior Medical Director at UnitedHealthcare Group and sits on the American Society of Plastic Surgeons In-Service Exam Committee, which helps shape the national curriculum for plastic surgery residents. Dr. Hyman has also been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for the New York Metro area and named a New York Times Top Doctor.

This combination of academic leadership, national policy involvement, and hands-on surgical volume gives patients confidence that they are receiving care grounded in both experience and current clinical standards.

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Breast Reduction Surgery: What to Expect

Consultation

  • Dr. Hyman reviews your symptoms, medical history, and goals
  • He performs a physical exam to determine the right approach for your body
  • Bring a list of your symptoms and any questions about recovery, scarring, or expected results to make the most of this visit

The Procedure

  • Performed under general anesthesia in Dr. Hyman's on-site, AAAASF-accredited surgical suite, breast reduction typically takes a few hours
  • Dr. Hyman removes excess tissue, tightens the skin, and repositions the nipples and areolas for a natural, lifted result
  • Most patients return home the same day, without the need for a home nurse

Breast Reduction Recovery

After breast reduction surgery, patients return home the same day. Swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are normal and managed with medication and a supportive surgical bra. Light daily activities can usually resume within a few days, while heavy lifting and strenuous exercise should be avoided for 3–6 weeks.

Follow-up visits with Dr. Hyman ensure proper healing, monitor your breast shape, and address any concerns early. Proper surgical site care, wearing your compression garment, and avoiding smoking during recovery all help minimize scarring and optimize results. Dr. Hyman believes it is crucial to offer multiple follow-up appointments to achieve optimal healing. 

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Why Choose Dr. Hyman for Breast Reduction?

Dr. Hyman is a board-certified plastic surgeon currently serving as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the prestigious Weill Cornell Medical Center. He has decades of experience and has performed thousands of successful surgeries to date.

His on-site surgery center is state-of-the-art and has a perfect safety record. Your treatment will be performed privately, on-premises, and not at a busy, impersonal hospital or outpatient clinic.

Some of Dr. Hyman’s top credentials include:

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Breast Reduction FAQs

Will breast reduction affect nipple sensation or breastfeeding?

How soon can I wear a regular underwire bra after breast reduction surgery?

Will breast reduction change the appearance of my nipples?

Will my breasts still look natural after reduction?

What are the risks of breast reduction, and how are they minimized?

Will breast reduction affect nipple sensation or breastfeeding?

There is a small risk of changes to nipple sensitivity or breastfeeding ability, depending on the surgical technique used. Dr. Hyman reviews this risk in detail during your consultation.

How soon can I wear a regular underwire bra after breast reduction surgery?

Plan to wear a supportive surgical bra continuously for the first few weeks. Traditional underwire bras should be avoided for at least 6 weeks, since the wire can press directly on healing incision lines and delay recovery.

Will breast reduction change the appearance of my nipples?

Yes. The nipples and areolas are lifted to a higher, more natural position, and any stretching or asymmetry is corrected to match your new, smaller contours.

Will my breasts still look natural after reduction?

Yes. Modern reduction techniques preserve natural contour and projection while improving shape, size, and lift.

What are the risks of breast reduction, and how are they minimized?

As with any surgery, breast reduction carries risks such as infection, bleeding, scarring, and changes in nipple sensation or breastfeeding ability. Dr. Hyman reduces these risks by performing every procedure in his AAAASF-accredited surgical suite, using board-certified anesthesiologists, and applying meticulous surgical technique to protect nipple and tissue viability. Multiple follow-up visits after surgery allow Dr. Hyman to monitor healing closely and address any concerns early, helping protect both your comfort and your results.

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