Breast reduction surgery is an operation in which excessive breast tissue and the overlying skin are removed. It will reduce the size of your breasts while at the same time lifting your breasts and improving their shape. Breast reduction surgery can also help alleviate neck and upper back pain, and skin irritation, which is often associated with large, heavy breasts.

Any woman who feels her breasts are too large is suited to breast reduction surgery. Large breasts can result from excessive breast development or an increase in size later in life following pregnancy or around the time of menopause.

However, if you are contemplating pregnancy in the near future then it is best to delay your breast reduction surgery until you have had children.

Breast reduction surgery is an operation in which excessive breast tissue and the overlying skin are removed. It will reduce the size of your breasts while at the same time lifting your breasts and improving their shape. Breast reduction surgery can also help alleviate neck and upper back pain, and skin irritation, which is often associated with large, heavy breasts.

Any woman who feels her breasts are too large is suited to breast reduction surgery. Large breasts can result from excessive breast development or an increase in size later in life following pregnancy or around the time of menopause.

However, if you are contemplating pregnancy in the near future then it is best to delay your breast reduction surgery until you have had children.

Dr Broadhurst will discuss your past medical history and any future pregnancy plans, if relevant, at your consultation.

He will perform a thorough clinical examination of your chest wall and breasts which will determine the best type of breast reduction surgery for you and to exclude any breast lumps you may have. He will then discuss with you the bra size you would like to become and then choose the most appropriate type of breast reduction surgery for you to achieve that goal.

A second consultation will then scheduled prior to your breast surgery to ensure you feel comfortable with your decision, to ensure your complete understanding of the procedure and to give you the opportunity to ask any further questions.

Dr Broadhurst will discuss your past medical history and any future pregnancy plans, if relevant, at your consultation.

He will perform a thorough clinical examination of your chest wall and breasts which will determine the best type of breast reduction surgery for you and to exclude any breast lumps you may have. He will then discuss with you the bra size you would like to become and then choose the most appropriate type of breast reduction surgery for you to achieve that goal.

A second consultation will then scheduled prior to your breast surgery to ensure you feel comfortable with your decision, to ensure your complete understanding of the procedure and to give you the opportunity to ask any further questions.

A date for your operation will be chosen and you will be provided with an information package that will include everything you need to know including operation day and time, where to go, what to bring, diet restrictions and related items.

A date for your operation will be chosen and you will be provided with an information package that will include everything you need to know including operation day and time, where to go, what to bring, diet restrictions and related items.

After arriving at the hospital there will be some paperwork that must be completed including admission forms.

You will meet your anaesthetist who will discuss the details of your general anaesthetic and your options for pain relief following your operation.

Dr Broadhurst will see you to answer any final questions before the breast surgery. He will then draw markings on your chest where the incisions will be located.

After completing the pre-operative formalities you will be taken to the operating theatre.

Breast reduction surgery is performed under general anaesthetic usually as a Day Surgery procedure. The operation takes approximately two hours during which excess breast tissue and overlying skin is removed. The remaining breast tissue is elevated and reshaped and this involves repositioning the remaining breast tissue (with the nipple still attached) to a more appropriate position.

Diagrams and photos

All incisions will be closed with internal dissolving stitches and dressings applied. A surgical bra will be fitted and the anaesthetist will then wake you. After your operation you will be taken to the recovery room where you will be closely observed by our experienced nursing staff who will take care of you until you are awake and ensure you are comfortable.

You will be allowed to go home once you have fully recovered from your general anaesthetic which is usually three hours from the completion of your operation. After your operation it is very important that you remain in the care of a responsible adult who will stay with you overnight.

Your anaesthetist will prescribe pain killers for you to take in the days following your breast surgery. There will be mild to moderate discomfort following your operation and it is advisable that you take it easy for the first week following your operation. An appointment will be made for you to see Dr Broadhurst one week after your operation.

It is important to rest and take it easy for the first few days after your operation. When you are more comfortable you can begin to increase your level of activity and by the end of the first week should be able to move freely, shower and look after yourself around the house.

The timing of returning to work will vary on how physical your work is. For sedentary or desk type work you could return to work as early as one week after your operation but it is generally better to take two weeks off. For more physical occupations you made need slightly longer

After arriving at the hospital there will be some paperwork that must be completed including admission forms.

You will meet your anaesthetist who will discuss the details of your general anaesthetic and your options for pain relief following your operation.

Dr Broadhurst will see you to answer any final questions before the breast surgery. He will then draw markings on your chest where the incisions will be located.

After completing the pre-operative formalities you will be taken to the operating theatre.

Breast reduction surgery is performed under general anaesthetic usually as a Day Surgery procedure. The operation takes approximately two hours during which excess breast tissue and overlying skin is removed. The remaining breast tissue is elevated and reshaped and this involves repositioning the remaining breast tissue (with the nipple still attached) to a more appropriate position.

Diagrams and photos

All incisions will be closed with internal dissolving stitches and dressings applied. A surgical bra will be fitted and the anaesthetist will then wake you. After your operation you will be taken to the recovery room where you will be closely observed by our experienced nursing staff who will take care of you until you are awake and ensure you are comfortable.

You will be allowed to go home once you have fully recovered from your general anaesthetic which is usually three hours from the completion of your operation. After your operation it is very important that you remain in the care of a responsible adult who will stay with you overnight.

Your anaesthetist will prescribe pain killers for you to take in the days following your breast surgery. There will be mild to moderate discomfort following your operation and it is advisable that you take it easy for the first week following your operation. An appointment will be made for you to see Dr Broadhurst one week after your operation.

It is important to rest and take it easy for the first few days after your operation. When you are more comfortable you can begin to increase your level of activity and by the end of the first week should be able to move freely, shower and look after yourself around the house.

The timing of returning to work will vary on how physical your work is. For sedentary or desk type work you could return to work as early as one week after your operation but it is generally better to take two weeks off. For more physical occupations you made need slightly longer

An appointment will be made for you one week after your operation. Dr Broadhurst will see you again after six weeks, three, six and 12 months.

Additional appointments can be made at any time in Brisbane.

An appointment will be made for you one week after your operation. Dr Broadhurst will see you again after six weeks, three, six and 12 months.

Additional appointments can be made at any time in Brisbane.

There are risks involved with any operation and these include the anaesthetic and the operation itself. If you are fit and healthy then the risk of complications is generally very low and Dr Broadhurst will discuss all risks with you prior to your breast surgery.

There are risks involved with any operation and these include the anaesthetic and the operation itself. If you are fit and healthy then the risk of complications is generally very low and Dr Broadhurst will discuss all risks with you prior to your breast surgery.