Breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) removes excess breast tissue, fat and skin to create smaller, lighter, better-proportioned breasts.
At Harley Street Breast Centre, our specialist-led procedures deliver lasting physical relief, restored proportion and renewed confidence – tailored to your body and your goals.
Breast reduction surgery is a surgical procedure that reduces the size, weight and volume of disproportionately large breasts.
Also called reduction mammoplasty, it removes excess glandular tissue, fat and skin, then reshapes and lifts the breast to create a more balanced, comfortable silhouette. The nipples are repositioned to a naturally higher position as part of the procedure.
For many patients, the results are life changing – not just cosmetically, but physically. Chronic back, neck and shoulder pain caused by breast weight often resolves significantly after surgery, alongside improvements to posture, sleep, and the ability to exercise comfortably.
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Breast reduction surgery may benefit women who:
Every patient’s needs are unique. Your consultation will provide the time and support to fully explore your concerns, goals and options in a discreet setting.
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Removes excess breast tissue, fat and skin to achieve a smaller, more proportionate breast size with improved comfort and appearance.
For selected patients with good skin elasticity, liposuction can be used to reduce volume with minimal scarring and quicker recovery.
Combines a reduction with a breast lift nipple repositioning and tissue reshaping to create a lifted, youthful contour.
Specialist corrective surgery for patients who have had previous reduction procedures and wish to address asymmetry, size, or scarring.
At Harley Street Breast Centre, we combine renowned surgical expertise with compassionate care to help women feel lighter, freer & more confident in their bodies.
Our Harley Street clinic offers the highest standards in safety, surgical precision and recovery comfort – all delivered in a discreet and private setting.
Your procedure is performed by a consultant breast surgeon with an expert eye for proportion, symmetry and long-term outcomes. This ensuring results that feel right for your body and your life.
Our breast reduction procedures are overseen by our founder, Mr Debashis Ghosh – a leading UK breast surgeon, clinical director and internationally respected researcher in breast surgery and reconstruction.
He holds advanced UK & European surgical qualifications and serves in senior roles at the London Clinic, The Harley Street Clinic & The Royal London and advises NICE as an expert in breast surgery.
With decades of surgical experience across cosmetic, oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery, Mr Ghosh brings a clinical depth to cosmetic breast reduction that few private surgeons can offer.
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Breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) involves removing excess fat, glandular tissue and skin to reduce breast size and improve shape and comfort.
If you suffer from physical or emotional discomfort due to large breasts and are in good overall health, you may be a good candidate. Your consultant will guide you based on your personal goals and medical history.
The procedure usually takes 2–3 hours and is performed under general anaesthetic. It is typically a day case or overnight stay, depending on your needs.
Scars are inevitable but are carefully placed and fade with time. Most commonly, the incisions follow a lollipop or anchor pattern depending on the amount of tissue removed.
Most patients return to light activities within 2 weeks, with full recovery and return to exercise typically in 4–6 weeks. A surgical bra is worn during the recovery period.
You may experience soreness or tightness, especially in the first few days. This is usually well managed with pain relief provided by your surgical team.
Yes – many women experience immediate relief from chronic pain and physical strain after surgery. It can also improve posture and ability to exercise.
Yes – breast reduction typically includes reshaping and lifting the breasts and repositioning the nipples to a higher, more youthful position.
Surgery at Harley Street Breast Centre starts from £8,500. This includes your consultation, procedure, anaesthesia, post-operative care and surgical garments.
Yes, results are long-lasting, but natural ageing, weight changes or pregnancy can affect breast size and shape over time.
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