What is a Breast Reduction?
A breast reduction reduces the size and weight of the breasts by removing excess tissue, fat, and skin. This procedure is ideal for individuals who experience discomfort due to overly large breasts.
Introduction
For many individuals, large breasts can cause a variety of physical and emotional challenges, ranging from back and neck pain to difficulty finding clothes that fit properly. Breast reduction surgery at Rivera Plastic Surgery alleviates these concerns, giving you a more balanced and proportionate silhouette.
Dr. Carlos Rivera at Rivera Plastic Surgery in Miami Beach, FL, customizes each procedure, ensuring natural-looking results that reflect your body’s unique shape and enhance your overall well-being.
A breast reduction reduces the size and weight of the breasts by removing excess tissue, fat, and skin. This procedure is ideal for individuals who experience discomfort due to overly large breasts.
Breast reduction offers a wide range of physical and emotional benefits.
Dr. Rivera in Miami works with each patient to ensure their results are tailored to their body and lifestyle, promoting comfort and confidence. Breast reduction is one of Dr. Rivera’s favorite procedures due to the high satisfaction rate and life-changing results he offers when he performs it. He has performed hundreds of these surgeries on a wide variety of breast types, and while we are confident you will find someone similar to you in our extensive before-and-after gallery—one of the largest on the internet.
The best candidates for a breast reduction surgery are typically individuals who:
Dr. Rivera will work closely with you during your consultation to determine whether breast reduction is right for you based on your health, goals, and expectations.
Start by booking a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Rivera at Rivera Plastic Surgery in Miami. This is your opportunity to share any concerns and ask questions about the procedure. Dr. Rivera will carefully assess your body shape and discuss the potential outcomes.
The procedure begins with Dr. Rivera creating incisions to remove any excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to help reduce overall volume and alleviate discomfort caused by overly large breasts.
Once the ideal size is achieved, Dr. Rivera reshapes the remaining tissue to enhance projection and firmness. The nipples and areolas may be repositioned to ensure a balanced, youthful look.
If necessary, the areolas can also be resized to complement the new breast shape better. Dr. Rivera employs advanced techniques throughout the procedure to create smooth, natural-looking results while preserving nipple sensitivity and function.
The surgery concludes with careful closure of the incisions using refined suturing methods to promote optimal healing. By combining artistry with surgical precision, Dr. Rivera ensures that each patient achieves a lighter, more comfortable, and beautifully contoured silhouette.
Recovery after breast reduction is a gradual process, but many of our patients find relief from discomfort almost immediately. Swelling and bruising are expected in the first few weeks, and a surgical bra will provide support as your body heals. Most patients can return to light activities within a week, though any strenuous exercise should be avoided for about a month. Dr. Rivera will monitor your progress during follow-up appointments, ensuring your healing stays on track.
The cost of a breast reduction in Miami Beach, FL, typically ranges from $6,000 to $12,000.
It’s important to remember that each patient’s needs are unique. After assessing your goals and the scope of the surgery, Dr. Rivera will provide a personalized quote during your consultation. Make sure to ask about our financing options.
We are specialists and have the know-how. Dr. Carlos Rivera is a highly respected plastic surgeon known for his expertise in facelifts, tummy tucks, and body contouring. His training spans the globe, with dual residencies in ENT and plastic surgery and advanced fellowships in Taiwan and Belgium. This diverse experience has shaped his precise surgical techniques and artistic eye for detail. One of his fellowships was in complex microvascular breast reconstruction at the University of Ghent in Belgium. Before moving to Miami, Dr. Rivera spent several years in the Midwest, performing thousands of successful procedures and honing his expertise.
A double board-certified surgeon and former university professor, Dr. Rivera is dedicated to patient care and advancing the field of plastic surgery. His commitment to innovation, education, and surgical excellence has earned him recognition as a Miami plastic surgery community leader. Whether helping patients enhance their confidence or mentoring the next generation of surgeons, he brings a meticulous, thoughtful approach to every procedure.
Dr. Rivera’s credentials include affiliations with the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Taking the first step toward a more comfortable, balanced, and confident you begins with a consultation with Dr. Rivera at Rivera Plastic Surgery in Miami Beach. During your visit, you’ll have the chance to discuss your goals and learn more about how you can benefit from breast reduction surgery. Dr. Rivera will take the time to understand your needs and craft a treatment plan that’s right for you. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation and start your journey toward a lighter, more confident you.