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Breast Reduction
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Breast Reduction
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Breast Reduction
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Breast Reduction
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Breast reduction is one of the most appreciated procedures in plastic surgery because of how dramatically it can improve quality of life. At Alpenaura Plastic Surgery in Bend, Oregon, Dr. Jourdan Carboy, MD, performs breast reduction for patients across Central Oregon and the Pacific Northwest who experience neck, back, and shoulder pain, persistent rashes, posture problems, and difficulty exercising due to disproportionately large breasts.
Breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty) removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin while reshaping and repositioning the remaining breast tissue and nipple-areola complex into a smaller, lifted, more proportionate shape. The goal is to create breasts that are proportionate to your frame, comfortable, and comfortable to live with.
For most patients, breast reduction is as much a functional as a cosmetic procedure, and many describe the result as life-changing. The relief from pain and the ability to participate fully in activities like running, hiking, biking, and skiing is often immediate.
Good candidates are women who experience symptoms related to large breasts, including neck and back pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes or skin breakdown beneath the breasts, difficulty finding bras and clothing that fit, and limitations in exercise.
Many patients have lived with these symptoms for years and are surprised by how thoroughly surgery resolves them. Patients should be at a stable weight, healthy non-smokers, and have realistic expectations.
Central Oregon’s active outdoor culture makes breast reduction especially impactful for many patients. Hiking, mountain biking, climbing, paddling, skiing, and trail running are difficult and uncomfortable when oversized breasts cause pain and limit range of motion.
Patients in Bend, Redmond, Sisters, Sunriver, and across the Pacific Northwest frequently tell Dr. Carboy that breast reduction allowed them to fully participate in activities they had largely given up. Many also note significant improvements in posture, sleep, and confidence.
Breast reduction is performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure or with a one-night observation stay, depending on the extent of surgery and the patient’s preference. Surgery typically takes three to four hours.
Most patients are surprised by how immediately better they feel after surgery, with the relief from neck and shoulder pain often noticeable within the first weeks. Most patients return to desk work within ten to fourteen days, resume light exercise at three to four weeks, and reach full activity at six weeks. Final shape and scar maturation continue over six to twelve months.
Alpenaura Plastic Surgery is a trusted destination for breast reduction in Bend, Oregon. Dr. Carboy approaches every reduction with attention to symptom relief, breast shape, and durable, long-lasting results for patients across Central Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.
From the Surgeon
Dr. Jourdan Carboy, MD explains breast reduction and breast lift — the symptoms that bring patients in, how reduction mammaplasty addresses both size and shape, and what you need to know about insurance coverage when functional symptoms are present.
Good candidates are women who experience symptoms related to large breasts, including neck and back pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes or skin breakdown beneath the breasts, difficulty finding bras and clothing that fit, and limitations in exercise.
Breast reduction (reduction mammaplasty) removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin while reshaping and repositioning the remaining breast tissue and nipple-areola complex into a smaller, lifted, more proportionate shape.
Most patients return to desk work within ten to fourteen days, resume light exercise at three to four weeks, and reach full activity at six weeks.
Many also note significant improvements in posture, sleep, and confidence. Final shape and scar maturation continue over six to twelve months.
Breast reduction is performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure or with a one-night observation stay.
Most patients return to desk work within ten to fourteen days, resume light exercise at three to four weeks, and reach full activity at six weeks.
Women who experience symptoms related to large breasts, including neck and back pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes, and limitations in exercise.
Performed as an outpatient procedure or with a one-night observation stay, depending on the extent of surgery and the patient's preference.
We understand that choosing a procedure is a deeply personal decision. Here are answers to some of the most common questions about treatment, recovery, results, and the overall Alpenaura experience.
It often is, when medically necessary symptoms and sufficient tissue removal are documented. Coverage criteria vary by insurance plan. Our team helps patients navigate the pre-authorization process when applicable.
For most patients, yes. Relief from neck, back, and shoulder pain, as well as from bra-strap grooving, is one of the most consistent and gratifying results of breast reduction.
The final size depends on your anatomy, your goals, and what is safe to achieve while preserving healthy breast tissue. Dr. Carboy will discuss realistic size expectations during your consultation.
Many women retain some ability to breastfeed after breast reduction, but reduction can decrease milk supply or limit breastfeeding ability. If future breastfeeding is a priority, please discuss it with Dr. Carboy.
Yes. Breast reduction always involves scars, typically in an anchor or lollipop pattern. They fade significantly over six to twelve months. Most patients find that the symptom relief and improved shape far outweigh the trade-off of scarring.
Most patients return to desk work in ten to fourteen days, with full activity restored at six weeks. Final shape and scar appearance continue to refine over six to twelve months.
Breast reduction to improve comfort, proportion, and confidence with a lighter silhouette.
Revision breast surgery to refine previous results, address changes, and restore balance.
Breast lift surgery is done to restore a more lifted, balanced, and youthful breast shape.
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