Breast Reduction in Concord
If large breasts cause back, neck, or shoulder pain—or affect your confidence—breast reduction surgery can bring lasting relief and balance.
At MSpa in Concord, CA, Dr. Eric Mariotti, a board-certified plastic surgeon, helps women from Walnut Creek, Danville, and across the East Bay achieve a lighter, more proportionate figure. This transformative procedure removes excess breast tissue and reshapes the breasts for improved comfort, posture, and self-esteem.
Known for his precision and compassionate approach, Dr. Mariotti provides personalized care in a supportive environment. Experience greater confidence and comfort through expert, patient-focused breast reduction surgery.
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What is Breast Reduction?
Breast reduction surgery is a highly effective procedure designed to relieve the physical and emotional discomfort caused by overly large breasts. By removing excess fat, tissue, and skin, this surgery creates a lighter, more balanced breast size that aligns with your body proportions. Many women throughout Walnut Creek, Concord, and the East Bay choose breast reduction to ease chronic back, neck, and shoulder strain while enhancing their confidence and mobility. Performed by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Eric Mariotti, this personalized procedure offers lasting relief and a more comfortable, confident lifestyle.
How Does Breast Reduction Work?
During breast reduction surgery, Dr. Mariotti uses advanced surgical techniques to remove excess breast tissue, fat, and skin, creating a more proportionate and lifted appearance. Performed under general anesthesia at Premier Surgery Center in Concord, the procedure typically takes around 2.5 hours. Depending on your needs, liposuction may also be used to contour areas such as the armpits or sides of the chest. Dr. Mariotti may reposition the areolas for a more natural, youthful look, all while carefully preserving nipple sensation. Incision type varies based on your anatomy and goals, ensuring optimal results for patients across Walnut Creek and the East Bay.
Benefits of a Breast Reduction
Breast reduction surgery at Dr. Mariotti’s East Bay practice offers both cosmetic enhancement and lasting physical relief. Patients throughout Concord and Walnut Creek commonly experience:
- Alleviation of physical discomfort, such as tension or soreness in the shoulders, neck, and upper back, caused by excess breast tissue.
- Easier body movement, with lighter breasts, reduces strain during everyday activities and exercise.
- Greater confidence in appearance, as the breast size becomes more balanced with overall body proportions.
- Expanded wardrobe choices, as tops and bras, tend to fit more comfortably and flatteringly after surgery.
- Permanent results, especially when maintaining a stable weight, with natural aging changes over time.
- Lifted, more youthful breast shape, since the procedure includes reshaping and repositioning the breasts.
- Better symmetry, correcting noticeable differences between the two breasts when needed.
Overall quality-of-life improvement, including better posture, more comfort, and a renewed sense of self-esteem.
Can Breast Reduction be paired with other treatments?
Yes, breast reduction can be combined with other procedures to enhance overall results. A breast lift is inherently included in most breast reductions, giving the breasts a perkier shape. For patients looking to contour additional areas, liposuction may also be recommended. Some women incorporate breast reduction as part of a full mommy makeover. During your consultation, Dr. Mariotti will discuss your goals and tailor a treatment plan that may include multiple complementary procedures.
The Best Candidates for Breast Reduction
The women who see the best results from breast reduction surgery typically experience physical or emotional discomfort as a result of their overly large breast size.
Dr. Mariotti will work with you during your consultation visits to find the appropriate new breast size for your body proportions and personal aesthetic.
Breast Reduction at a Glance
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Before, During, and After
What To Expect Before a Breast Reduction
Before your breast reduction, you’ll meet for a detailed consultation in Concord to discuss your goals, motivations, and available surgical options. Your medical history will be reviewed, and a physical exam will be performed to determine the safest and most effective approach. Once your procedure is scheduled, you’ll receive clear pre-operative instructions. These may include stopping blood-thinning medications or supplements, avoiding alcohol, discontinuing nicotine use, filling prescriptions in advance, arranging transportation, and scheduling time off for recovery. The entire process is designed to ensure you feel informed, supported, and fully prepared.
What To Expect During a Breast Reduction
Breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes about 2.5 hours. Dr. Eric Mariotti uses advanced surgical techniques to remove excess breast tissue, fat, and skin while reshaping the breasts to a more lifted, natural contour. In some cases, liposuction is used to improve definition near the armpits or chest sides, and the areolas may be repositioned to enhance aesthetics. Incisions are carefully placed and vary depending on your anatomy and desired outcome. This personalized approach ensures optimal results for women across Walnut Creek, Concord, and the greater East Bay.
What To Expect After a Breast Reduction
Depending on your job, it is often possible to return to work within just 2 to 3 weeks. In most instances, you can resume normal activities, including some mild exercise, after 3 to 5 weeks.
You may continue to experience some mild, periodic discomfort during this time, but this is normal and can be controlled with over-the-counter pain medication.
Most women heal well after breast reduction and the results can be seen and felt right after surgery.
Dr. Mariotti and his East Bay team provide comprehensive post-operative care to ensure a smooth recovery. You’ll be given detailed instructions, including how to care for your incisions, when to wear your compression garment, and what to avoid in the weeks following surgery. While mild swelling and bruising are expected, these symptoms gradually improve, revealing your lighter, reshaped breasts. Many women in Concord, Walnut Creek, and the surrounding areas find the recovery period well worth the dramatic improvement in comfort, mobility, and body confidence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If breast reduction is deemed medically necessary, then your health insurance company may contribute to the costs of your surgery. However, you will need to verify the details with your insurance provider directly.
There are always risks associated with any breast surgery as far as maintaining your ability to nurse successfully afterward. If breastfeeding is an important consideration for you, be sure to discuss your concerns with Dr. Mariotti during your consultation.
Dr. Mariotti offers a few different options for incision placement during breast reduction, depending on the level of correction desired.
The majority of women benefit most from the traditional anchor-shaped incision, which gives Dr. Mariotti the most access to the breast for an optimum outcome.
Scars can be unpredictable, as everyone’s skin heals differently, but Dr. Mariotti utilizes every tool and technique in his power to minimize the visibility of his incisions.
Most women agree that the scars are nothing compared to having better proportion between their breasts and body and an improved physical and emotional quality of life.
Although future pregnancy weight gain could cause your breasts to change size again in the future, the results of breast reduction surgery should be long-lasting.
The average cost of a breast reduction in the United States is around $5,500, according to the American Academy of Plastic Surgeons.
This number only includes the cost of the surgery itself, however. Other costs, such as operating room and anesthesia fees, may be incurred.
Discuss the total costs of your breast augmentation consultation so that you have an idea of what your expenses will be. This is also a good time to discuss payment and financing options if cost is a concern for you.
Some insurance companies may cover all or part of the costs of your breast reduction if it is being performed to reduce neck or shoulder pain or for another medical reason. Contact your insurance company to see if your breast reduction might be covered.
Cosmetic breast reductions are unlikely to be covered by insurance.
Choose a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area who has ample experience performing breast reductions and other breast enhancement procedures.
Look at before and after photos of women with similar body shapes and types as yours to give you an idea of the level of results you could expect from a particular plastic surgeon.
Referrals from friends and family, as well as online reviews from previous clients, can help you choose a reputable plastic surgeon for your breast reduction as well.
A breast reduction could be an appropriate solution for you if you would like to decrease the size of your breasts, whether for cosmetic or medical reasons or both.
Some women find that overly large breasts contribute to back, shoulder, and neck pain. If there are often red, painful indentations where your bra straps sit on your shoulders, you may be a good candidate for breast reduction.
Keep in mind that virtually all breast reduction procedures include a breast lift, so you will get the benefits of both procedures in one.
If you are not concerned about the size of your breasts but would like to address drooping or sagging, a breast lift on its own may be appropriate.
You shouldn’t feel any pain or discomfort during your breast reduction, as this procedure is performed under general anesthesia. Afterward, some tenderness, discomfort, swelling, and bruising are common side effects.
These symptoms are usually easily managed with the use of prescription or over-the-counter pain medications and should gradually improve as your body rests and recovers.
Most women take around 2 to 3 weeks off work to recover from a breast reduction. You will need to limit physical activity for the first few weeks, gradually introducing your body to light exercise around the three-week mark. It can take up to six weeks before you can resume your regular workout routine.
You may notice an immediate difference in the size and shape of your breasts after your breast reduction. However, it can take around 3 to 6 months to get an idea of what your final breast size and shape will look like.
Chronic back, neck, or shoulder pain, skin irritation beneath the breasts, posture problems, and discomfort with physical activity may suggest that breast reduction could significantly improve your well-being.Â
In some cases, Dr. Mariotti may place small surgical drains to prevent fluid buildup and support healing. These are typically removed within the first few days post-surgery.Â
A soft, non-underwire surgical or sports bra is recommended. This helps support healing, minimize swelling, and promote a more comfortable recovery during the first few weeks.Â
Yes, breast reduction can address asymmetry by resizing and reshaping each breast to create a more balanced and natural-looking appearance tailored to your body’s proportions.Â
Significant weight gain or loss after breast reduction can impact your final results. Maintaining a stable weight post-surgery helps preserve your new breast size and shape long-term.Â
*Information for education only, not meant as a guarantee of results. Your results may vary. Unless otherwise noted, images on this site are of models.
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