Breast Reduction Surgery

Dr. Brock Lanier, MD, FACS   |   Breast Surgery in Newport Beach

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Breast Reduction Surgery

Relief, Confidence, Comfort

Feel lighter. Move freely. Reclaim your body & comfort.

Over the past five years, something interesting has been happening in operating rooms across the United States. While significant disruptions have occurred, breast reduction surgery has been quietly experiencing a sustained surge in demand. The numbers are striking. According to data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the procedure has seen double-digit growth even as other surgeries flatlined or declined.

Multiple studies have documented the physical symptoms associated with macromastia — the medical term for excessively large breasts. Chronic neck and back pain, headaches, posture problems, skin irritation, and even neurological symptoms from nerve compression are all well-documented. Women who underwent breast reduction report significant improvements in quality of life metrics.

What is Breast Reduction Surgery?

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Dr. Lanier focuses on personalized treatment plans instead of one-size-fits-all.

His training and expertise help him understand each patient’s unique history, symptoms, and goals, resulting in a tailored approach.

Be an Individual.

Breast reduction:

at a glance

  • Breast lift surgery, also known as a mastopexy, is performed in a certified surgery center as an outpatient. Patients are able to return home after surgery.

  • Surgery is typically about 2 hours, but can vary from patient to patient.

    Expect to arrive about an hour or so before surgery, and stay in the recovery area about that long before being able to return home.

  • Breast lift surgery is considered safe and generally has a very low risk of complication. However as with any surgical procedure, a breast lift is not completely risk free and it does carry potential risks and complications.

    Potential complications of a breast lift include:

    • Infection: May require antibiotics or additional surgery.

    • Bleeding (Hematoma): Collection of blood that may require drainage or additional surgery.

    • Changes in Nipple or Breast Sensation: Can be temporary or permanent.

    • Scarring: Scars are permanent but typically fade over time.

    • Asymmetry: Differences in breast size or shape after surgery.

    The most important thing is consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon to fully understand all of the risks.

  • Initial healing. Most patients need about 3-5 days at home after surgery.

    For sedentary jobs, most patients can return to work after 5 days. If you have a physically demanding jobs, recovery may take longer before returning to work.

    Complete healing including the return of normal sensation as well as full exercises without restrictions typically requires about 2-3 months. Before this, limited exercise is ok but should be low intensity at first and slowly increase over time.

  • Patients need to avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for several weeks after surgery. Initially you can start with short walks and slowly increase activity. Full and unrestricted exercise can typically resume in about 2-3 months.

  • Breast lift is frequently combined with other breast procedures such as augmentation (adding size).

    Breast lift is also commonly combined with a drainless tummy tuck. These are complimentary procedures that work well together.

  • Breast augmentation typically cost between $8,000 and $15,000, depending on various factors.

Keep in mind this is general information about a typical or usual experience. Individual experiences can vary. We specializing in individualized evaluations in order to avoid one-size-fits-all treatments.

Concierge care. Natural looking results. Be an Individual.

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Is Breast Lift Surgery right for me?

If you desire firmer, more youthful-looking breasts and are experiencing sagging or a loss of breast definition, a breast lift (mastopexy) could be an excellent option.

This procedure is specifically designed to address these concerns, restoring a more elevated breast appearance. Here in Newport Beach, Dr. Lanier and the team at SoCal OncoPlastic Surgery understand that each person has unique goals. We will work closely with you to determine if a breast lift is the right solution for your individual needs.

During your consultation, we will thoroughly discuss your specific concerns and desired outcomes to assess how a breast lift can benefit you. Many patients seek this procedure after life events such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight changes, or simply the natural effects of aging - all of which can contribute to breast sagging.

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