Large or disproportionately heavy breasts can cause more than cosmetic concerns. Some women experience persistent neck, shoulder or back discomfort, difficulty exercising, skin irritation beneath the breasts or difficulty finding appropriately fitting clothing. During my research into breast surgery in Mumbai, I found that women considering Breast reduction in Mumbai often want to understand not only the aesthetic outcome but also the surgical technique, recovery, potential risks and overall cost. Dr. Siddharth Prakash at Ambrosia Aesthetics is a plastic surgeon offering cosmetic and reconstructive breast procedures, with an approach centred on individual assessment and surgical planning.
**Breast reduction in Mumbai is a surgical procedure designed to reduce excess breast tissue, fat and skin to create breasts that are more proportionate to the patient’s body. The procedure can also involve repositioning the nipple and areola to achieve a balanced breast shape.**
Breast reduction may be considered by women who have macromastia, a condition in which excessively large breasts cause physical discomfort or functional limitations. In some cases, women seek surgery primarily because of dissatisfaction with breast size or shape.
The procedure is different from breast lift surgery. A breast lift primarily addresses sagging by removing excess skin and reshaping existing breast tissue, whereas reduction surgery involves removing breast volume as well. However, the two procedures are often combined because reducing breast size can also require reshaping and lifting the remaining tissue.
Women may consider breast reduction for both physical and personal reasons. Common concerns include:
Not every woman with large breasts requires surgery. A consultation helps determine whether the symptoms are related to breast size and whether reduction surgery is an appropriate option.
The surgeon will also consider factors such as age, general health, breast size and shape, skin quality, previous pregnancies, future pregnancy plans and individual expectations.
**Dr. Siddharth Prakash is a plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgeon associated with Ambrosia Aesthetics. His professional profile describes him as a qualified plastic surgeon with experience in a wide range of aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.**
His training includes MBBS followed by postgraduate surgical education and specialised training in plastic surgery. His professional background includes experience in cosmetic surgery, reconstructive procedures and advanced aesthetic treatments.