Breast Reduction

Too much of a good thing: excess volume can sometimes be a burden.

Others may call it a nice problem to have, but only those who've lived with it know how hard it really is...

01. Neck and shoulder muscles

The weight of the breasts leaves deep bra strap grooves in the shoulders and causes chronic neck and back pain

02. Skin problems

Chronic skin irritation such as eczema and heat rash in the fold under the breasts

03. Poor posture

The center of gravity shifts forward, leading to a hunched posture, forward head posture, and lower back pain

04. A heavy-looking upper body

The upper body looks larger than your actual weight, giving an overall bulky impression

05. Limited clothing choices

Dressing around your bust size means giving up on style and reaching only for boxy clothes

06. Discomfort while sleeping

Lying on your back, the weight of the breasts presses on the chest and makes breathing uncomfortable during sleep

07. Limits on exercise and activity

Even small movements make the breasts bounce and feel heavy, so you tire easily and feel held back

08. Self-consciousness about others' stares

Constantly supporting or covering the breasts with your hands chips away at your confidence

Smaller size and a firmer lift, all at once

This isn't simply a size reduction. We completely redesign the volume, shape, and even nipple position to suit your body, creating breasts that are lighter and firmer.

Breast reduction surgery

To a lighter, more beautiful size

Surgery time

About 2 to 3 hours

Anesthesia

IV sedation

Follow-up visits

2 to 3 visits

Hospital stay

Not required

Recovery

One week

Stitch removal

After 7 days

Who it's for

• Anyone stressed by large breasts
• Anyone with lower back, shoulder, or neck pain caused by large breasts
• Breasts that look out of proportion with the rest of the body
• Nipples that have dropped below the crease under the breast
• Severe sagging caused by breast size
• Skin problems such as eczema under the breasts
• Anyone who wants breasts in harmony with their body shape

Breast reduction techniques

case 01. Incision around the areola

A minimal-incision technique that uses the edge of the areola to hide the scar and speed up recovery. (Recommended for areolas 4 cm or larger)

At a glance

• Scar: around the areola
• Correction: a moderate amount can be removed
• Breast shape: may look slightly flat
• Areola size: becomes larger

Advantages

• The scar is barely visible
• Well suited to women who have not yet married
• Nipple sensation is preserved, so breastfeeding remains possible
• Short surgery time

Disadvantages

• Difficult to perform when the areola is 4 cm or smaller
• Limited when a large amount needs to be removed (best for those who need only a small reduction)

case 02. Vertical incision

This method combines the advantages of the armpit incision and the areola incision, offering a reliable approach that addresses breast size and shape at the same time. Damage to the nipple and areola is kept to a minimum, so breastfeeding is not affected, and it can be used for breasts ranging from fairly large to small.

At a glance

• Scar: around the areola + an I shape
• Correction: a large amount can be removed
• Breast shape: strong support from below
• Areola size: adjustable

Advantages

• A beautiful breast line
• A large amount can be removed for a strong corrective effect
• Nipple sensation is preserved, so breastfeeding remains possible
• Smaller scar than the inverted-T incision

Disadvantages

- More noticeable scar than the areola incision

case 03. Inverted-T incision

The incision forms an upside-down T, running from below the nipple down to the crease under the breast. Because it gives the surgeon a clear view, it can deliver reliable results even in difficult cases and with very large breasts. Since the incision covers a wider area, however, the scar may be relatively long.

At a glance

• Scar: around the areola + an inverted T shape
• Correction: the largest amount can be removed
• Breast shape: no flattening
• Areola size: adjustable

Advantages

• Strong corrective effect
• A widely used method

Disadvantages

• More noticeable scar than other methods (it fades over time and is hidden by the breast crease, so it's hard to see)

Q

Can't I reduce my size with liposuction alone, without incisions?

A

“Liposuction can remove fat, but it doesn't solve the ‘heaviness’ or the ‘sagging.’”

1. A size reduction with clear limits

• Liposuction can't remove “glandular tissue,” which isn't fat, so the reduction in size is minimal.

2. Sagging gets worse

Removing only fat makes the skin sag even more. A lift that removes the stretched skin is essential.

We don't reduce blindly. We precisely calculate your body proportions and the degree of sagging to create a beautiful line.

Key points of breast surgery at DOY JUN Plastic Surgery

01. Sensation and nerve preservation

We carefully preserve blood vessels and nerves to prevent loss of sensation and side effects.

02. Repositioning your own tissue

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

03. One-on-one custom planning

We analyze your rib cage structure and body type in detail to find the most natural volume and fit.

04. Minimal pain and bleeding

Precise dissection and careful control of bleeding reduce tissue damage, which means less pain and less bleeding.

05. Less worry about scars

Careful suturing, with the incision site and direction carefully planned, reduces visible scarring.

06. Quick return to daily life

An optimized surgical system that cuts out unnecessary steps gets you back to your routine sooner.

Q & A

Recovery planned for a quick return to daily life

Does breast reduction only make the breasts smaller?

No. Breast reduction removes excess volume while also correcting the breast line, nipple position, and balance between the two sides. At DOY JUN Plastic Surgery, we don't simply reduce. We design proportions and a line that suit your body.

Will my breasts look saggy after the reduction?

Reducing the breasts without accounting for sagging can actually leave you less satisfied. While reducing, we also tighten the sagging tissue and reposition it in a lifted structure for a firm, well-defined breast shape.

Does it leave a lot of scarring?

The extent of the incision can vary with your breast size and skin condition, but we always aim to keep visible scarring to a minimum. The incision lines are designed to be hidden by underwear or natural creases.

Can breast sensation be dulled after surgery?

Sensation may be temporarily dulled, but it returns in most cases. We use surgical methods that keep nerve damage to a minimum, and the chance of long-term loss of sensation is generally low.

Can I return to daily life right after surgery?

Light daily activities can resume fairly soon, but activities that use your arms a lot and exercise need to be limited for a while. Recovery speed differs from person to person, and the exact timing depends on how your recovery goes.

Could my breasts get bigger again or change shape?

The tissue that is removed doesn't grow back, but breast volume can change with weight changes, pregnancy, childbirth, and similar factors. Aftercare is also important for stable results.

Who needs a breast reduction?

A breast reduction may help if you're troubled by shoulder or neck pain from the weight of your breasts, discomfort wearing clothes, limits on your activities, or an unbalanced figure. The decision is made by considering both cosmetic goals and functional improvement.