Breast Reduction

Vans Breast Reduction

Let go of the heaviness, retain the beauty.

Excessive volume can sometimes be harmful.

Others may say it is a luxury problem, but only those who have truly experienced it understand the difficulties...

❶ Neck/Shoulder Muscles

The weight of the breasts causes deep indentations from bra straps and chronic pain in the neck and back.

❷ Skin Conditions

Chronic skin inflammation, such as eczema and heat rash, develops in the folds beneath the breasts.

❸ Body Proportion Imbalance

A forward-shifted center of gravity can cause a hunched posture, forward head posture, and lower back pain.

❹ Emphasized Upper Body

The upper body may appear bulkier than actual body weight, creating an overall heavier-looking impression.

❺ Limited Clothing Choices

Having to choose clothing to fit the breast size means sacrificing style and wearing only loose-fitting clothes.

❻ Discomfort During Sleep

When lying on the back, breast weight can compress the chest, making breathing uncomfortable during sleep.

❼ Limitations in Exercise and Activities

Even minor movements can cause breast movement and heaviness, leading to easy fatigue and activity restrictions.

❽ Self-Consciousness About Others' Gaze

Repeatedly supporting or covering the breasts with the hands can lower self-confidence.

Reduce size and lift firmness at the same time

This is not merely a gentle size reduction. By comprehensively redesigning volume, shape, and even nipple position to suit your body proportions, we create lighter, firmer breasts.

Breast Reduction Surgery

For a lighter, more beautiful size

✓ Surgery duration: 2–3 hours

✓ Anesthesia: Sedation anesthesia

✓ Follow-up visits: 2–3 times

✓ Hospitalization: Not required

✓ Recovery period: 1 week

✓ Suture removal: After 7 days

Recommended For

✓ Those experiencing stress due to large breasts

✓ Those experiencing discomfort such as lower back, shoulder, or neck pain due to large breasts

✓ Those whose breasts are disproportionate to their overall body

✓ Those whose nipples have descended below the inframammary fold

✓ Those with severe sagging due to breast size

✓ Those who develop skin conditions such as eczema beneath the breasts

✓ Those seeking breasts that are harmonious with their body shape

Breast Reduction Surgery Methods

Case 01. Periareolar Incision Method

A minimally invasive approach using the border of the areola to conceal scars and support faster recovery. (Recommended for areolae 4 cm or larger)

Basic Surgical Information

- Scar: Around the areola - Correction effect: Can reduce a moderate amount - Breast ptosis: May appear slightly flatter - Areola size: Enlarged

Advantages

- Scars are barely visible - Suitable for unmarried women - Breastfeeding is possible with preservation of nipple sensation - Short surgery time

Disadvantages

- Difficult to perform when the areola is 4 cm or smaller - Limited in the amount of reduction possible (Suitable for those requiring a smaller reduction)

Case 02. Vertical Incision Method

This approach combines the advantages of axillary and areolar incisions, providing a stable surgical method that considers both breast size and shape. It minimizes damage to the nipple and areola, helping preserve breastfeeding function, and can be applied to breasts ranging from relatively large to small.

Basic Surgical Information

- Scar: Areolar + I-shaped - Correction effect: Can reduce a large amount - Breast ptosis: Strong lower support effect - Areola size: Adjustable

Advantages

- Attractive breast contour - High correction effect with substantial reduction possible - Breastfeeding is possible with preservation of nipple sensation - Smaller scars than the inverted-T incision

Disadvantages

- More noticeable scarring than with the periareolar incision method

Case 03. Inverted-T Incision Method

This method uses an inverted-T-shaped incision extending from beneath the nipple to the inframammary fold. It provides a clear surgical field, allowing stable results even in complex cases or for large breasts; however, the wider incision area may result in relatively longer scars.

Basic Surgical Information

- Scar: Areolar + hahdid - Correction effect: Allows the greatest amount of reduction - Breast ptosis: No flattening - Areola size: Adjustable

Advantages

- High correction effect - Commonly used method

Disadvantages

- More noticeable scars compared with other methods (They fade over time and are concealed by the inframammary fold, making them less visible)

Q. Can breast size be reduced with liposuction alone, without incisions?

A. “Fat can be removed, but ‘heaviness’ and ‘sagging’ cannot be resolved.”

❶ Clearly Limited Size Reduction

Because glandular tissue, unlike fat, cannot be removed by suction, the size-reduction effect is minimal.

❷ Worsening Sagging

Removing only fat causes the skin to sag further. A lifting procedure to remove excess skin is essential.

We do not reduce size indiscriminately. We create a beautiful contour by precisely considering body proportions and sagging.

Key Points of Breast Surgery at Vans Plastic Surgery

❶ Preservation of Sensation and Nerves

By carefully preserving blood vessels and nerves, we help prevent reduced sensation and complications.

❷ Autologous Tissue Repositioning

Without implants, we lift and reposition your own tissue and skin to create a firm breast contour.

❸ Personalized 1:1 Design

We carefully analyze the rib cage structure and body shape to find the most natural volume and fit.

❹ Minimizing Pain and Bleeding

Precise tissue dissection and hemostasis reduce tissue damage, pain, and bleeding.

❺ Reduced Scar Concerns

Delicate suturing with carefully planned incision placement and direction helps minimize noticeable scars.

❻ Faster Return to Daily Life

An optimized surgical system that eliminates unnecessary steps helps support an earlier return to daily activities.

Q & A

Recovery Planning for a Faster Return to Daily Life

Q. Is breast reduction surgery simply a procedure to reduce size?

A. No. Breast reduction surgery reduces excessive volume while also correcting the breast contour, nipple position, and left-right balance. Vans Plastic Surgery designs proportions and contours that suit your body, rather than performing simple reduction alone.

Q. Will my breasts look saggy after reduction?

A. Reducing size without considering sagging may lead to greater dissatisfaction. At the same time as reduction, sagging tissue is refined and repositioned with a lifting structure to create firm, well-contoured breasts.

Q. Will there be significant scarring?

A. The extent of the incision may vary depending on individual breast size and skin condition, but the procedure is performed with the goal of minimizing visible scarring as much as possible. Incision lines are designed to be concealed by underwear or natural creases.

Q. Can breast sensation become reduced after surgery?

A. Sensation may be temporarily reduced, but it recovers in most cases. The procedure uses techniques that minimize nerve damage, and the likelihood of long-term sensory reduction is relatively low.

Q. Can I return to daily activities immediately after surgery?

A. Light daily activities are generally possible relatively soon, but activities involving extensive arm use or exercise need to be restricted for a period of time. Recovery speed varies by individual, and the exact timing depends on recovery status.

Q. Is there a possibility that the breasts will enlarge again or become distorted?

A. Removed tissue does not regrow, but breast volume may change due to weight fluctuations, pregnancy, or childbirth. Postoperative care is also important for stable results.

Q. When is breast reduction surgery necessary?

A. Breast reduction surgery may be helpful for those concerned about shoulder and neck pain caused by breast weight, difficulty wearing clothes, activity limitations, or body proportion imbalance. The decision is made by considering both cosmetic goals and functional improvement.