Who is a good candidate for breast reduction?

Women with disproportionately large breasts who experience back, neck or shoulder pain, bra-strap grooving, skin irritation or difficulty with physical activity may be suitable candidates. Good general health and realistic expectations are also important. A consultation is needed to confirm suitability.

How is breast reduction surgery performed?

Breast reduction is usually performed under general anaesthesia. Excess breast tissue, fat and skin are removed, the nipple-areola complex is repositioned, and the remaining tissue is reshaped. The incision pattern depends on breast size, skin quality and the amount of reduction required.

What type of scars can I expect after breast reduction?

Permanent scarring is expected because breast reduction involves tissue removal and reshaping. Depending on the technique, scars may be around the areola, vertically down toward the breast crease, and along the breast crease. Scars generally fade and soften over time but do not disappear completely.

How long is recovery after breast reduction?

Many patients return to light daily activities within several days to a week and non-strenuous work within a few weeks. Heavy lifting and strenuous exercise are usually restricted for several weeks. Your surgeon will provide a personalised recovery timeline.

Can I breastfeed after breast reduction surgery?

Many women are able to breastfeed after breast reduction, although milk supply may be reduced depending on the surgical technique and the amount of glandular tissue removed. If future breastfeeding is important to you, discuss this with your surgeon before surgery.

Will my breasts become large again after reduction?

Breast size can change after surgery because of pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight changes and aging. Maintaining a stable weight can help preserve the results for longer, although natural changes to breast tissue can still occur over time.

Is breast reduction the same as a breast lift?

No. Breast reduction primarily removes excess breast volume and weight while also reshaping and lifting the breasts. A breast lift primarily addresses sagging and repositions breast tissue without significantly reducing breast volume.

Can breast reduction be combined with a breast lift?

Breast reduction naturally involves reshaping and lifting the remaining breast tissue as part of the procedure. The exact approach depends on your breast size, degree of sagging, skin quality and desired outcome.

What is the cost of breast reduction surgery in Nashik?

Cost varies according to the amount of tissue to be removed, surgical technique, anaesthesia, facility requirements and individual treatment needs. A personalised estimate is provided during consultation rather than quoting a fixed package price.

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Breast Reduction Surgery in Nashik

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Understanding Breast Reduction

Smaller, Lighter, Better-Proportioned Breasts

Breast reduction surgery is carried out to reduce the size of breasts. A lot of women have the problem of heavy bust line. It can be hereditary or caused after childbirth or as a result of weight gain or hormonal imbalance. It causes a lot of problems such as back and shoulder pain. Such women are ideal candidates for breast reduction surgery. It leads to a better lifestyle and self-image.

Understanding Severity

When to Consider Breast Reduction

If your breasts are too large for your body frame and create back, shoulder or neck pain

If you have heavy breasts with nipples and areolas (pigmented skin surrounding the nipples) that point downward

If one breast is much larger than the other

If you are unhappy and self-conscious about the large appearance of your breasts.

About the procedure

A patient has to get admitted for a night and they can resume normal physical activities within two to four weeks after the procedure

Women undergoing this procedure have reported an increase in self-image, confidence, self-esteem and are leading a better quality of life. Basic tasks like shopping, lifting stuff and exercising becomes much easier for these women.

The goal of breast reduction surgery is to reduce the size of your breasts and reshape them so that they are proportionate to the rest of your body and are no longer a source of physical discomfort. This commonly requested, predictable procedure has the dual benefits of improving your appearance while relieving the physical and emotional burden of overly large breasts

Common Reasons

Why Women Choose Breast Reduction

Relieve Back & Neck Pain

Reduce the physical strain caused by excessively large or heavy breasts and improve everyday comfort.

Reduce Shoulder Strain

Relieve painful bra-strap grooves and shoulder pressure associated with carrying excess breast weight.

Reduce Skin Irritation

Address recurrent irritation, rash and chafing beneath the breast crease caused by excess breast tissue.

Improve Proportion

Create smaller, lighter and better-proportioned breasts suited to your body frame and personal goals.

Candidate Assessment

Am I a Good Candidate?

You may be a reasonable candidate for breast reduction surgery if:

You have backaches, neck aches, or skin irritation under your breasts.

You have difficulty breathing and notice grooves in your shoulders from your bra straps.

You have poor posture or numbness in parts of your breasts and upper chest from excessive breast weight.

You find it nearly impossible to buy dresses and blouses and difficult to find tops and bras that fit.

You are very unhappy with your appearance because of your breast size.

You are in good health with no active diseases or pre-existing medical conditions.

You have realistic expectations of the outcome of your surgery. You must be able to discuss what you want with your plastic surgeon so that you can reach an understanding of what can realistically be achieved.

Your skin has adequate elasticity, so it can resume its former tightness following surgery.

You are mentally and emotionally stable. Breast reduction requires patience and stability to deal with the healing period.

You are old enough so that your breast development has stopped.

You have finished having children and breastfeeding, because this can have significant and unpredictable effects on the size and shape of your breasts. Nevertheless, many women decide to undergo breast reduction before having children and feel that they can address any subsequent changes later. If you plan to breastfeed in the future, you should discuss this with your plastic surgeon

A history of irregular mammograms, undiagnosed lumps or other types of masses, severe obesity, diabetes, wound healing disorders, current breastfeeding, smoking, clotting disorders or a family history of them, and heart or circulatory disorders are all contraindications for breast reduction.

If you are in good general health and have a positive attitude and realistic expectations, you are most likely a good candidate for this procedure.

Personalised Planning

Your Anatomy Matters

Dr Kiran Nerkar will use a surgical marker on your skin to indicate where the incisions will be. These markings are especially important, because your breasts change shape once you are lying on your back on the operating table.

Most surgeons prefer general anesthesia for this procedure. A few may perform breast reduction with intravenous sedation, also known as “twilight sedation.”

Your incision pattern will depend on the size of your breasts, how much your breasts sag and where your nipple-areola complex is positioned. With each technique the areolas can be made smaller if they’re too large. An areolatome, more commonly known as a “cookie cutter,” is used as a circular template to make the new areola size. The cookie cutter diameter ranges from thirty-eight to forty-five millimeters. Here are some commonly used incision patterns:

Micro incisions are used for breasts that are fatty (not fibrous) and not sagging. Liposuction is used to decrease breast size. Small incisions allow the liposuction cannula (tube) to enter the breast.

A donut incision, or periareolar incision, is made solely around the border of the areolas.

A keyhole incision, also known as a lollipop incision, is made around the border of the areolas and vertically down from the areolas to the breast crease.

An anchor incision, the most common technique used by plastic surgeons, involves three distinct cuts. One incision is made around the border of the areolas; the second extends down vertically from the areolas to the breast crease and merges with a third incision along the breast crease.

Dr Kiran Nerkar will remove excess breast skin and fat with a scalpel and/or cautery instrument based on the size breast you desire. If your breasts are asymmetrical (or uneven), the surgeon may remove more tissue from one breast than the other. He or she will then reshape the remaining skin and fat to create a more youthful breast shape and move the nipple-areola complex to a higher position.

In most cases, drains will be placed in the breasts to collect excess fluid.

The goal of your aesthetic plastic surgeon and the entire staff is to help you achieve the most beautiful and natural-looking results, as well as to make your surgical experience as easy and comfortable as possible.

Surgical Planning

Common Breast Reduction Techniques

The incision pattern depends on breast size, degree of sagging, skin quality and the amount of tissue that needs to be removed.

Liposuction-only / Minimal Incision

May be considered for selected breasts with a higher proportion of fatty tissue and minimal skin sagging.

Periareolar ("Donut")

An incision around the areola, generally suited to selected patients requiring smaller reductions.

Vertical ("Lollipop")

An incision around the areola continuing vertically down toward the breast crease.

Inverted-T ("Anchor")

An incision around the areola, vertically downward and along the breast crease. It is commonly used for larger reductions or significant sagging.

A smaller scar is not always the safest or most suitable option. Your surgeon will recommend the technique that best balances breast reduction, shape, nipple position, skin quality and long-term stability.

Your Treatment Journey

How Breast Reduction Is Performed

The procedure is planned around your breast size, tissue quality, nipple position and desired reduction.

Consultation & Assessment

Your breast size, shape, asymmetry, skin quality, nipple position and the amount of tissue to be removed are assessed. Your surgeon also discusses your symptoms, goals and medical history.

Surgical Planning

The appropriate reduction technique and incision pattern are selected according to breast size, degree of sagging, skin quality and nipple-areola position.

Anaesthesia

Breast reduction is typically performed under general anaesthesia. The appropriate anaesthetic plan depends on your procedure and individual circumstances.

Removal of Excess Tissue

Excess glandular breast tissue, fat and skin are carefully removed to reduce breast weight and volume while maintaining an appropriate breast shape.

Nipple Repositioning & Reshaping

The nipple-areola complex is usually repositioned higher on the breast. The areola may also be reduced if it has become enlarged or stretched.

Closure & Support

The remaining breast tissue is reshaped and the incisions are closed carefully. Temporary drains may be used in some cases, and a surgical or supportive bra may be provided during early healing.

After Your Procedure

Breast Reduction Recovery

Recovery varies by individual, but a general pattern most patients experience includes:

Most women report that physical symptoms — back and shoulder pain in particular — improve noticeably once initial post-surgical swelling resolves.

A support garment or surgical bra worn continuously in the first weeks.

Swelling and bruising that gradually subside over 2–4 weeks.

Return to light daily activities within a few days to a week.

Return to non-strenuous work typically within 2–4 weeks (individual variation applies — your surgeon will confirm your specific timeline).

Avoidance of heavy lifting, strenuous exercise and underwire bras for several weeks.

Follow-up visits to monitor healing and remove any drains or sutures.

Safety & Expectations

Risks & Possible Complications

As with any surgical procedure, breast reduction carries risks. These can include bleeding, infection, changes in nipple or breast sensation, asymmetry, delayed wound healing, unfavorable scarring, and, in some cases, difficulty with breastfeeding afterward. Smoking, diabetes and certain medical conditions can increase these risks. Your surgeon will discuss your individual risk profile in detail before you decide to proceed.

Smoking, diabetes and certain medical conditions can increase the risk of wound-healing and other complications.

Scarring

What About Breast Reduction Scars?

Because breast reduction involves tissue removal and reshaping, some permanent scarring is expected. Scar length and pattern depend on the technique used and the amount of tissue removed. Scars typically fade and soften significantly over the first one to two years, though they do not disappear completely. Your surgeon will explain which incision pattern is appropriate for your anatomy — and why a smaller scar isn't always the safer or more suitable choice.

Results

Results — What to Expect

The reduction in breast size and weight is apparent immediately, though initial swelling can obscure the final shape. Breasts continue to settle into their final position and contour over the following weeks to months as swelling resolves and scars mature.

Many women describe improved posture, less pain, and easier participation in physical activity once healing is complete. Results are generally long-lasting, though significant weight changes, pregnancy or aging can alter breast shape over time — this is true of any breast surgery, not specific to reduction.

Future Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Can I Breastfeed After Reduction?

Many women are able to breastfeed after breast reduction, although milk supply may be reduced depending on the technique used and how much glandular tissue is removed.

If breastfeeding in the future is important to you, discuss your plans directly with your surgeon before surgery. Technique choices may sometimes be adjusted with this goal in mind, although successful breastfeeding cannot always be guaranteed.

Choosing the Right Procedure

Reduction vs Lift vs Augmentation

Procedure	Primary Goal	Changes Volume?	Changes Position / Shape?
Breast Reduction	Relieve discomfort from excess breast weight	Decreases	Yes, through tissue removal and reshaping
Breast Lift	Correct sagging and restore position	No significant change	Yes
Breast Augmentation	Increase breast volume and fullness	Increases	Can improve shape as a secondary effect

Personalised Surgical Planning

Why Consult Dr. Kiran Nerkar at Aakar Aesthetics?

Dr. Kiran Nerkar underwent Superspeciality training in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery and practices at Aakar Aesthetics in Nashik, Maharashtra. Breast reduction requires careful surgical planning around tissue volume, nipple viability and scarring pattern — decisions best made in person, after a physical examination and a detailed discussion of your goals and medical history.

Frequently Asked Questions

Brow Lift Surgery FAQs

Breast reduction surgery, also known as reduction mammoplasty, removes excess breast tissue, fat and skin to create smaller, lighter and better-proportioned breasts. The procedure can also help relieve physical discomfort caused by excessive breast weight.

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Breast Reduction Surgery in Nashik

Smaller, Lighter, Better-Proportioned Breasts

When to Consider Breast Reduction

About the procedure

Why Women Choose Breast Reduction

Relieve Back & Neck Pain

Reduce Shoulder Strain

Reduce Skin Irritation

Improve Proportion

Am I a Good Candidate?

Your Anatomy Matters

Common Breast Reduction Techniques

Liposuction-only / Minimal Incision

Periareolar ("Donut")

Vertical ("Lollipop")

Inverted-T ("Anchor")

How Breast Reduction Is Performed

Consultation & Assessment

Surgical Planning

Anaesthesia

Removal of Excess Tissue

Nipple Repositioning & Reshaping

Closure & Support

Breast Reduction Recovery

Risks & Possible Complications

What About Breast Reduction Scars?

Results — What to Expect

Can I Breastfeed After Reduction?

Reduction vs Lift vs Augmentation

Why Consult Dr. Kiran Nerkar at Aakar Aesthetics?

Brow Lift Surgery FAQs

Ready for Smaller, More Comfortable Breasts?