What is breast reduction?
Reduces breast size and reshapes — often performed for back pain and posture.
What is breast reduction?
Reduces breast size and reshapes — often performed for back pain and posture.
Also known as
- reduction mammoplasty
Quick facts
76,000
annual US reductions
Up to 95%
patient satisfaction (highest of any cosmetic surgery)
$5,900
average surgeon fee (cash pay)
Common reasons people choose this procedure
Approaches and motivations vary by surgeon and patient anatomy. Compare techniques and real outcomes on the main Breast Reduction page.
Alternatives
Liposuction-only reduction
Removes fatty volume without skin or glandular work. Best for younger patients with elastic skin and predominantly fatty breasts.
Weight loss
Breasts often shrink with significant weight loss in patients with fatty breast composition.
Supportive bras and PT
Conservative management — usually required documentation before insurance approval. Symptom relief is partial.