Breast Reduction Find relief from large breasts

An ideal candidate for breast reduction...

• is at a healthy weight
• is physically and psychologically stable
• has reasonable expectations for improvement rather than perfection
• is a non-smoker
• suffers from heavy, low-hanging breasts
• has nipples that dip below the breast crease
• has enlarged areolas from breast stretching

Setting up your complimentary consultation

The first step in undergoing a breast reduction is to meet directly with Dr. Lahijani in the privacy of his office. For your convenience, he sees patients in Beverly Hills, Valencia or Palmdale. During your session, the doctor will examine your breasts, review your medical records, order any necessary tests, and discuss goals and strategies for your results. 3D imaging along with before and after photos can help ensure that physician and patient expectations are accurately aligned. Most clients feel a sense of excitement and relief after their consultation, as Dr. Lahijani is known to set even the most anxious patients quickly at ease by addressing all their concerns in detail.

Surgical approach

Breast reduction is performed under general anesthesia at Dr. Lahijani's in-house surgical suite, an AAAASF-accredited facility in the heart of Beverly Hills. The treatment takes approximately 1-4 hours. During surgery, the doctor will excise the bulk of fat and skin from the breasts, elevate the nipples, and perform any necessary additional contouring. Afterwards, the doctor will affix drainage tubes to help irrigate fluids and blood. A support garment will then be provided to combat swelling as the breasts heal.

Which incisions are used?

• Periareolar - In this instance, the incision is hidden in the lower pigmented crescent of the areola, minimizing future scarring.
• Lollipop - Also called a 'keyhole' incision, this technique includes a circular areolar incision that is then traced downwards towards the breast crease.
• Anchor - An anchor incision is created by fashioning a periareolar crescent, followed by a vertical line down the breast and a horizontal line across the breast crease, mimicking the shape of an upside-down T. This is the most common approach, as it provides the surgeon the greatest access and precision.