A breast reduction, also known as a reduction mammaplasty, is a procedure that is performed in order to remove excess tissue, skin, and fat from the chest area for medical or aesthetic purposes. Breast reductions are becoming more and more common each year.
A reduction mammaplasty is typically a treatment option for those who are suffering from some form of macromastia (excessively large breasts). Although some patients consider breast reductions for cosmetic purposes alone, there are many patients who undergo the procedure to correct troublesome symptoms that are brought on by the excessive weight held in their chest area.