Breast Reduction
Breast Reduction Surgery in Jesmond, Newcastle and Gateshead
What Is Breast Reduction Surgery (reduction mammoplasty)?
Why choose Breast Reduction Surgery?
- Experience chronic neck, shoulder, or back pain due to heavy breasts
- Suffer from skin irritation, rashes, or infections under the breast fold
- Find it difficult to exercise, run, or take part in sports due to breast size
- Have difficulty sleeping comfortably due to heavy breasts
- Struggle with bra strap grooves or discomfort from poorly fitting clothing
- Feel self-conscious, receive unwanted attention or are emotionally distressed about your breast size
- Have uneven or asymmetrical breasts you’d like to correct
- Have breasts that feel out of proportion to your body
Benefits of Breast Reduction Surgery
- Freedom from pain in the back, shoulders, and neck
- A more proportionate, balanced and lifted breast shape
- Greater ease and freedom with exercise, sleep and physical activity
- Increased wardrobe choices and better-fitting clothes
- Reduced skin irritation and bra strap indentations
- Enhanced self-esteem and body image
- More symmetrical, natural-looking breasts
- Improved quality of life overall
The Breast Reduction Procedure
- Incisions: Most commonly, an anchor or lollipop-shaped incision is used around the areola and down to the breast fold.
- Tissue Removal & Reshaping: Excess breast tissue, fat, and skin are removed. The breast is reshaped and lifted to create a more youthful contour.
- Areola Adjustment: In most cases, the areola is reduced in size and repositioned higher on the breast.
- Closure: The incisions are closed with absorbable sutures, and dressings are applied.
Recovery After Breast Reduction Surgery
- Hospital Stay: Breast reduction is usually a day case or overnight procedure.
- Initial Downtime: Most patients take 1–2 weeks off work depending on their job.
- Support Bra: You’ll wear a surgical support bra for 4–6 weeks to aid healing.
- Pain Management: Mild to moderate discomfort is common and easily controlled with medication.
- Activity Restrictions: Avoid heavy lifting or strenuous exercise for 4–6 weeks.
- Scarring: Scars fade gradually over several months and are easily hidden under a bra.
Yes. The goal is to create a natural, proportional shape that suits your body. Mr Milligan uses techniques that preserve a natural contour and nipple sensation where possible.
Some women may still be able to breastfeed, but it depends on the surgical technique and amount of tissue removed. If breastfeeding is a priority, please discuss this during your consultation.
Scars are inevitable but will fade over time. Mr Milligan places incisions carefully to minimise their visibility and uses techniques to support good scar healing.
Most women return to desk-based work within 10–14 days. If your job involves heavy lifting, you may need longer.
Yes, the results are long-lasting. However, weight changes, ageing, or pregnancy can alter breast size or shape over time. That’s why we recommend that patients are close to their ideal, maintained body weight before surgery.
As a specialist in oncoplastic and reconstructive surgery, Mr Milligan is experienced in correcting asymmetry or complex breast shapes. He will discuss your unique anatomy and options in detail.
