Breast reduction in Girona (reduction mammoplasty): reduce breast volume and lift the breasts to relieve back, neck and shoulder pain, and improve body proportion. Surgery under anaesthesia performed by a plastic surgeon. We serve the entire province of Girona (Salt, Figueres, Blanes, Lloret, Olot, Banyoles, Costa Brava). Free, no-obligation consultation.

Cosmetic breast surgery · Girona

Breast reduction in Girona

The Breast reduction (reduction mammoplasty) Turn down the volume and lift the breast to to relieve physical discomfort (back, neck, and shoulder pain) and improve the proportion of the body. It is a surgery performed under anaesthesia, carried out by a plastic surgeon from the Breast Aesthetic Surgery Unit. First consultation free and without obligation.

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Relief and proportion

Breast reduction in Girona with surgical criteria

A surgery with a dual objective: to alleviate the physical discomfort of large breasts and to harmonise their shape with the rest of the body, always with an individual assessment by the plastic surgeon.

Discomfort relief

Body proportions

Breast lift

Natural result

The Breast reduction in Girona, also called Breast reduction surgery, es una cirugía de la Breast Aesthetic Surgery Unit that removes excess tissue, fat, and skin from the breasts to achieve a smaller, firmer, and more proportionate chest. When the chest is very voluminous (breast hypertrophy or gigantomastia), its weight causes physical discomfort such as back, neck, and shoulder pain, bra strap marks, or irritation in the inframammary fold. Breast reduction surgery it therefore has a dual objective: functional (to alleviate those discomforts and improve quality of life) and aesthetic (harmonise the size and shape with the rest of your body). Like any surgery, it requires a Individual valuation by the plastic surgeon.

Breast reduction surgery is a cosmetic surgery procedure that reduces breast volume by removing excess Mammary gland, fat, and skin. During the operation, the areola and nipple are repositioned at the correct height, so that the breast not only becomes smaller, but also raised and improved. The objective is a result Natural and balanced, adapted to each patient's constitution. It is an intervention that only a plastic surgeon should perform, in a surgical setting and under anaesthesia.

Reasons for surgery

Functional and aesthetic reasons

Unlike other breast surgeries, breast reduction is not solely for aesthetic reasons. Many patients come for consultations due to the impact that excess volume has on their daily lives.

Main reason

Functional reasons (hypertrophy and gigantomastia)

When breasts are disproportionately large — which is known as mammary hypertrophy and, in its most severe degrees, Gigantomastia— its weight causes common physical problems.

Surgery also has a functional purpose.

Back, neck and shoulder pain due to poor posture
Marks and grooves from the pressure of bra straps
Irritation or dermatitis in the inframammary fold, especially in hot weather
Limitations for physical activity and sport
Difficulty finding suitable clothes and bras

Aesthetic and well-being reasons

In addition to physical relief, many patients seek to improve body proportion, correct a asymmetry important between both breasts and recover the Self-esteem and confidence.

Improve the quality of life

Improve body proportion and lift the bust
Correct significant asymmetries between both breasts
Facilitates participation in everyday and sporting activities.

Technique and scars

Surgical techniques and scars

There are different surgical techniques depending on the size of the breast, the age, and the characteristics of each patient. Depending on the technique chosen, the amount of skin to be removed, and the volume to be reduced, the scars will be more or less extensive.

Periareolar incision

Is carried out around the areola. It is the most discreet incision and is used depending on the volume to be reduced and the characteristics of the breast.

Vertical incision

Go from the areola to the inframammary fold. It allows more skin to be removed and the breast to be reshaped when drooping or volume are greater.

Horizontal incision

It is located in the inframammary fold itself and can be more or less wide depending on the amount of excess skin. After removing the excess skin, gland and fat, the reposition the areola in its correct position and height.

Candidates

Am I a good candidate for breast reduction surgery?

In general, breast reduction surgery in Girona is recommended for women who exhibit these characteristics. The final decision is always confirmed by the plastic surgeon after an individual assessment.

Voluminous chest with discomfort

They have large breasts that cause them physical discomfort or limit their daily activity.

Breast development complete

Their mammary development has finished, a usual requirement for considering the intervention.

Marked asymmetry

There is marked asymmetry between the two breasts; sometimes a single breast is reduced.

Realistic expectations and good health

They have realistic expectations and good general health, which is reviewed alongside their medical history.

The definitive indication is always confirmed by the plastic surgeon after an individual assessment, during which medical history is reviewed and each case is studied.

The intervention

Anaesthesia and admission

Breast reduction is a major surgery that is carried out with anaesthetic in a surgical setting. It usually entails a short hospital admission, with a dressing that is removed after 24 or 48 hours, until discharge. Before the procedure, you will receive and sign a informed consent in which the contraindications and possible complications are listed. We pay special attention to the Patient informationIt is essential that you have complete confidence in your surgeon and that all your doubts are resolved before your operation.

Risks

Risks and contraindications

Like any surgical intervention, reduction mammaplasty has Risks and potential complications (related to scarring, sensitivity, anaesthesia, etc.) which the surgeon will explain to you in detail before the surgery and which are included in the informed consent. It is essential to know the contraindications and possible complications. before making the decision. A personalised medical assessment allows risks to be minimised and the procedure to be planned safely.

First step

Soothe discomfort and gain in proportion

First free consultation with a plastic surgeon from the Breast Aesthetic Surgery Unit, in Girona. We will study your case and explain the technique, scars, and recovery, with no obligation.

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Recovery

Recovery and post-operative care

After surgery, swelling, some bruising, and in some cases, a temporary loss of sensation in the breasts are normal, which usually recovers over time. The shape of the breast immediately after surgery initially looks unnatural and gradually improves in the following days.

First 24-48 hours

Bandages and relative rest

Dressing to be removed upon discharge; manageable discomfort and relative rest after the procedure.

Dressing removed at 24-48 hours
Manageable discomfort and rest

First 1-2 weeks

Initial recovery

Initial recovery; a post-surgical bra is recommended, and you should avoid exertion and heavy lifting.

Post-surgical bra usage
Avoid exertion and lifting heavy weights

From 2-3 weeks

Re-entry and progressive sport

A normal return to work, at the surgeon's discretion, and a progressive reintroduction to sport as medically indicated in the following weeks.

Return to work in 2-3 weeks
Sport progressively reintroduced

Moment	What usually happens
First 24-48 hours	Dressing to be removed upon discharge; manageable discomfort and relative rest
First 1-2 weeks	Initial recovery; a post-surgical bra is recommended and strenuous activity should be avoided
2-3 weeks	Resumption of normal work or daily activities, at the surgeon's discretion
Following weeks	Progressive reintroduction of sport as per medical guidance

Routine care. It is recommended to use a Post-surgical bra for the time stated by the surgeon, maintain relative rest the first few days and avoid exertion and lifting weights. The sport is progressively reintroduced. The Return to work This usually occurs in two to three weeks, although it depends on the evolution of each patient and the type of work. Following medical advice favours a more comfortable and safe recovery.

Breastfeeding and sensitivity

As it involves surgery on the mammary gland, breast reduction can affect breastfeeding and to the Nipple sensitivity. Loss of sensation is usually temporary and recovers with time, but it's worth assessing beforehand. If you plan to have children and wish to breastfeed, Comment on the consultationThe surgeon will take this into account when planning the technique and will explain the implications for your specific case.

Results and permanence

The Result of breast reduction visible from the outset —a smaller, uplifted, and well-proportioned breast— and it refines as swelling subsides and scars mature. It is a result durablethe chest does not return to its previous size. However, factors such as weight changes, the Pregnancy or The passage of time They can alter breast shape over the years, as happens naturally.

Price and financing

Breast reduction cost and financing

The budget is personalised after the assessment, as not all reductions are the same. We explain this transparently.

There isn't a single price. The cost of breast reduction surgery depends on factors such as reduce volume, the Surgical technique, the type of anaesthesia and the Log in. This is why the budget is personalised after a Valuation, in which the surgeon studies your case and explains the surgical plan. In certain situations, when there is a Medical indication Due to the inconvenience caused by excessive volume, the intervention might be covered; this needs to be assessed on a case-by-case basis and does not guarantee any specific amount. The first Valuation is free and without obligation.

Am I eligible?

Breast reduction surgery in Girona could be a good option if:

Your chest is voluminous and it provokes you Back, neck, or shoulder pain.
Buscas improve the proportion from your body and lift the chest.
Has your development is finished and you are in good general health.

The indication and technique are confirmed by the plastic surgeon during the consultation. Book your free assessment →

Tailored financing

You can spread the cost of the procedure into convenient instalments. Enquire about the available financing options and choose the one that best suits you. No surprises and with all the information before you decide.

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Areas of attention

Breast reduction for the entire province of Girona

Nuestra clínica está en el Girona city centre (Plaça Poeta Marquina, 3) and we usually welcome patients from all over the Girona and the Costa Brava demarcation who are seeking breast reduction surgery. Wherever you are, we can arrange the consultation and surgery so you can come Sal, Figueres, Blanes, Lloret de Mar, Olot, Banyoles or any other municipality with the greatest convenience.

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Plaça Poeta Marquina, 3, 17002 Girona · easy access from the AP-7 and N-II · How to get there and opening times

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about breast reduction surgery in Girona

We resolve the most common doubts before your assessment.

Regarding surgery and scars

A breast reduction is a surgical procedure to remove excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to reduce the size of the breasts.

Breast reduction, or reduction mammaplasty, is a surgery that removes excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin from the breasts to achieve smaller, firmer, and more proportionate breasts. In addition to reducing volume, the areola is repositioned to lift the breasts and improve their shape. It is performed by a plastic surgeon in a surgical setting and under anaesthesia.

What are the scars like after breast reduction surgery?

The usual incisions are periareolar (around the areola), vertical (from the areola to the inframammary fold), and horizontal (in the fold itself). Their extent depends on the technique and the volume to be reduced. The scars are located in inconspicuous areas and tend to fade over time, although their evolution varies from patient to patient.

At what age can one have breast reduction surgery?

It is recommended that the patient has finished breast development. The indication depends primarily on discomfort and individual characteristics, and is confirmed by the plastic surgeon after an individual assessment.

Recovery and breastfeeding

How long does recovery from breast reduction surgery take?

Initial recovery usually takes between 1 and 2 weeks. Return to work typically happens at 2 to 3 weeks, at the surgeon's discretion and depending on the type of work. It is recommended to wear a surgical bra, observe relative rest for the first few days, and reintroduce sport gradually.

Does breast reduction surgery affect breastfeeding?

When operating on the breast gland, surgery can affect breastfeeding and nipple sensitivity, which often recovers over time. If you plan to have children and wish to breastfeed, discuss this during your consultation so the surgeon can take it into account when planning the technique.

Price, coverage and areas

Is breast reduction covered by the NHS?

In some cases, if there is a medical indication due to the physical discomfort caused by excessive volume (back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain), the procedure may be covered. Each case must be assessed individually and this does not imply any guaranteed amount or coverage. During the consultation, we will study your case and explain your options, including financing.

How much does breast reduction surgery cost in Girona?

There isn't a single price: it depends on the volume to be reduced, the surgical technique, the type of anaesthetic and the hospital stay. A personalised quote is provided after a free, no-obligation consultation. You can also explore financing options.

Do you see patients from outside Girona?

Yes. We regularly receive patients from all over the province of Girona and the Costa Brava (Salt, Figueres, Blanes, Lloret de Mar, Olot, Banyoles, Palafrugell, Sant Feliu de Guíxols, etc.). We coordinate assessment and intervention to facilitate travel from any municipality.

Notice this content is Informative and does not substitute a medical consultation, nor does it constitute a diagnosis or personalised recommendation. Breast reduction is a surgery with indications, contraindications and potential risks that the plastic surgeon will evaluate in each case after an individual assessment and which are included in the informed consent. Results and recovery vary from person to person. Information prepared in accordance with health advertising regulations.

Medical review Content created by the Medics Integral Salut medical team and reviewed by the Breast Aesthetic Surgery Unit.

Sources and references: Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SECPRE).