About the Procedure
During your initial consultations with Dr. Lefkowitz, you will discuss your aesthetic desires and goals. He will carefully examine your breasts and body, taking special note of the amount of excess breast tissue, breast shape, size, nipple position, symmetry, and skin quality. Dr. Lefkowitz will then work with you to design a custom treatment plan.
The incisions required for a breast reduction vary depending upon the amount of excess tissue to be removed, the amount of breast and nipple lift needed, as well as your skin elasticity. Dr. Lefkowitz strives to use the fewest incisions necessary to achieve the best result. When appropriate, incisions are made around the areola with the addition of a small vertical incision beneath it. If there is severe drooping of the breast or a large amount of tissue needs to be removed, a horizontal incision within the natural crease may be added to eliminate excess skin and tissue. Breast reduction is usually performed as an outpatient procedure in an ambulatory surgery center and, depending on your particular needs, typically takes anywhere from two to four hours. However, Dr. Lefkowitz will always spend as much time as needed to achieve the most balanced and beautiful results.