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Breast Reduction Surgery in Carmel, IN

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Reduce excess breast tissue, skin, and weight to create a lighter, more proportionate contour that may improve comfort, mobility, clothing fit, and daily activity.

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Why Choose MPSG for Your Breast Reduction

“Breast reduction surgery is about more than reducing size. During the consultation, I ask patients what challenges they experience because of their breasts and what they hope will improve after surgery. Whether the concern is physical discomfort, limitations with exercise, difficulty finding clothing, or dissatisfaction with breast shape and proportion, understanding those goals helps guide the surgical plan. My objective is to create breasts that are lighter, more proportional to the body, and better aligned with the patient's lifestyle while still achieving a natural appearance. Occasionally this is combined with the placement of a small breast implant to restore volume loss in the upper breast.”

- Dr. John Aker

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“Breast reduction is one of the most rewarding procedures I perform because it can have such a meaningful impact on a patient's daily life. During your consultation, we'll discuss your symptoms, goals, and expectations to determine the best approach for you.”

- Dr. Di Beckman

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Combination Procedures

Breast Lift
Breast Augmentation
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Breast Reduction Before & After Results

View breast reduction before-and-after photos showing individualized changes in breast size, weight, shape, position, symmetry, and proportion relative to the shoulders, torso, and overall frame.

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Questions & Answers with Dr. Aker

Will my breasts be lifted during breast reduction surgery?

Yes. A central feature of breast reduction surgery is lifting the breast tissue upward. This maintains the ideal aesthetics of your breasts. Over time, the nipple will maintain its higher position.

I’m a smoker. Will this cause any problems?

Yes. Nicotine use of any type will cause the tiny, fragile blood vessels in the skin to constrict, cutting off valuable nutrition in the skin, possibly resulting in death of skin or nipple. Nicotine use of any kind must be stopped at least 8 weeks prior to breast reduction surgery.

I want to be able to breast feed. Will this cosmetic surgery prevent me from doing that?

Although many women can still breastfeed after breast reduction surgery, results depend on the surgical technique used. In rare cases requiring a free nipple graft, breastfeeding is not possible. If you plan to become pregnant and breastfeed within the next year or two, delaying surgery may be recommended.

Will mammoplasty surgery interfere with future mammograms?

There will be changes in the appearance of your breast on a mammogram following surgery. Typically these changes do not interfere with the ability to detect cancer.

How do I know what size my breasts will be once I’ve had breast reduction surgery?

It is important to share and discuss with your surgeon what your size targets are. Although we cannot guarantee a specific bra size result, any requests and desires you can share with us before breast reduction will be very helpful.

Will my breasts always be the same size once I have a breast reduction?

Following breast reduction surgery, your breasts may continue to change size as triggered by weight changes or by female hormone levels.

Will I lose any nipple sensation once I have mammoplasty surgery?

Some patients lose nipple sensation. Thankfully, most will preserve it. This will also be discussed at a consultation with your doctor. Your plastic surgeon will recommend the ideal treatment plan to achieve your goals while minimizing the chance of this issue.

Will breast reduction surgery increase my risk of breast cancer?

No. On the contrary. There is evidence to suggest that one’s risk of breast cancer development may actually be reduced by undergoing breast reduction surgery. Our procedures are designed to prioritize the safety and health of our patients while achieving their goals.

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The Specifics

Breast Reduction Procedure Details

Breast Reduction Process

Breast reduction, also known as mammoplasty, is an outpatient procedure to remove breast skin, glandular tissue and breast fat through surgical incisions on the breast. The incisions circle the areola and proceed vertically down the lower breast crease and horizontally along the fold. Once the incisions are made, breast tissue is reduced, shaped and lifted, and the nipple is repositioned. The scars of breast reduction surgery are permanent and visible, but will fade significantly over time. Your result is a much lighter, raised, smaller breast.

Most commonly those patients who have chosen to have breast reduction surgery have experienced painful symptoms such as upper back, neck and shoulder pain for years due to their large breasts. Some have bra strap grooving as well as postural changes and rashes beneath the folds. Other than those problems, you should be in good general health before considering breast reduction surgery.

Breast Reduction Recovery

Although people vary in their general health, healing abilities and pain thresholds, the majority describe pain requiring medication for 1-2 weeks. Swelling for 6-8 weeks is common, but it is very possible for you to return to normal activities and work within 1 week following breast reduction surgery.

It is important to follow your plastic surgeon’s aftercare instructions as closely as possible throughout the recovery process. Do not rush into doing strenuous physical activities until you are cleared to safely resume them. All medications must be taken according to the prescriptions.

A follow-up appointment with your surgeon will be scheduled to ensure that your healing process is going as planned. During this appointment, the incisions will be examined and sutures will be removed.

The Cost of a Breast Reduction

The cost of breast reduction surgery will depend on the details of the treatment plan. The overall price may be affected by the techniques used during the procedure, along with the amount of work necessary to achieve the patient’s goals. Anesthesia fees may also affect the overall cost of the surgery.

Breast reduction pricing typically ranges from $10,450–$15,000 depending on surgical complexity, anatomy, and individualized treatment planning. A consultation is required to provide a customized surgical quote.

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Discuss Breast Reduction With Our Carmel Plastic Surgeons

Meet with Dr. John Aker or Dr. Di Beckman at My Plastic Surgery Group's Carmel office to discuss breast size, physical symptoms, desired proportion, and a personalized reduction plan. We welcome patients from Indianapolis, Westfield, Fishers, Zionsville, and across Central Indiana.

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