We start with your goals, then map them to your anatomy. Measurements like breast base width, nipple position, skin quality, and degree of shoulder-groove/neck pain guide what’s safe and proportional. We’ll review “fit targets” (how you want clothes and sports bras to sit), then plan tissue removal and reshaping to match—prioritizing relief and symmetry over chasing a lettered cup size.
Lose a Little to Gain a Lot
You shouldn’t have to feel the weight of uncomfortably large breasts throughout your day.
Dr. Larson can help relieve your burden with a breast reduction in Tucson. You deserve to experience the liberating transformation of a breast reduction, where comfort meets confidence. Our specialized surgery eases discomfort and restores balance to your silhouette.
Procedure Highlights
Procedure Highlights
Consultation Required?
Yes
Treatment Type:
Surgery
Surgery Length:
3 to 4 hours
Number of Treatments:
1
Downtime:
2 to 3 hours
Duration of Results:
3 to 6 months
In Depth Look
Breast reduction surgery can offer transformative benefits, addressing both physical discomfort and aesthetic concerns. By reducing excess breast tissue, our specialists can provide relief for your back, neck, and shoulder pain, enhancing your overall comfort and mobility.
Getting a breast reduction in Tucson enhances the symmetry and proportion of your breasts, allowing you to achieve a more balanced and youthful appearance. With personalized care and advanced surgical techniques, we help our patients regain confidence and embrace a life of vitality!
What a Breast Reduction Treats
Are you experiencing frequent pain from having large breasts? Our specialists at Larson Plastic Surgery & ZL Medspa can help get you back to feeling like yourself. Pain can be a signal that it’s time for a change. For individuals suffering from moderate-to-severe headaches, neck and shoulder pain, or hunchback posture, a breast reduction in Tucson may provide the relief you need.
What It Treats:
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Moderate to severe headaches
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Neck and shoulder pain
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Hunchback posture
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Dr. Larson’s Approach to Breast Reduction
Dr. Larson prides himself on his fully personalized approach to breast reduction surgery. During your consultation, he’ll take the time to get to know more about you, your unique cosmetic goals, and your previous medical history. He’ll also help you determine if you’re a good candidate for a breast reduction in Tucson.
In our office, we utilize the power of high-performance technology to give you the most precise top-tier results. Dr. Larson has found that our ways of treatment greatly impact and reflect your realistic expectations.
We Embody Excellence in Medical Care
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There’s always some risk of temporary or permanent sensation change.
We use nerve-sparing techniques and choose a pedicle (the tissue that keeps the nipple-areola complex attached) designed to preserve blood supply and sensation. Many patients retain the ability to breastfeed after a reduction, but it isn’t guaranteed. If breastfeeding is a high priority, tell us, and we’ll talk through your options and make a plan together.
It’s important to be in good health prior to your breast reduction procedure. If you’re planning to get breast reduction surgery, you’ll need to refrain from engaging in any unhealthy lifestyle habits like smoking, excessive drinking, and drug use.
Often, yes. Strategic liposuction around the outer breast, axillary “bra roll,” and upper chest can refine the contour and improve how tops and straps sit—without over-resecting breast tissue. It’s an adjunct, not a replacement for true reduction, and it helps us sculpt a natural transition from breast to torso.
After your treatment, it’s important to get plenty of rest and to keep your body hydrated. Engaging in gentle physical activity and elevating your upper body while resting will help support your body’s natural healing process.
Patients can often resume desk work in about a week, with light walking right away, and low-impact cardio by 2 weeks if you’re comfortable. Plan on waiting 4 to 6 weeks before heavy lifting or vigorous upper-body workouts. We’ll fit you in a supportive, non-underwire bra and give you a week-by-week roadmap so you’re never guessing.
For many patients, yes. Reducing weight and improving breast position decreases skin-on-skin friction, relieves strap pressure, and makes it easier to stand and move comfortably. Posture itself is a habit plus muscle strength, but when pain drops and load lightens, better posture becomes far more achievable after getting a breast reduction in Tucson.
That’s a core part of surgical planning. We frequently remove different amounts of tissue per side, resize and reposition the areolas, and use internal shaping to create better balance. If needed, targeted liposuction or a minor lift maneuver on one side helps fine-tune symmetry.
We size and position the areola to fit your frame and goals, using pre-op measurements and photos as guides. During surgery, we center the nipple-areola complex on the reshaped breast mound and confirm symmetry before closure (often checking you in a seated position). We’ll review your preferences at the consultation so the final size and placement feel natural to you.
We consider a free nipple graft in very large reductions or when blood supply to the nipple-areola could be compromised with a standard technique. In that scenario, we detach and graft the nipple-areola in a safer position, trading off some sensation and the ability to breastfeed to protect overall healing and symmetry. We’ll talk through risks, benefits, and alternatives so you can make an informed choice.
During your procedure, your doctor will administer an anesthetic to numb the effects of the treatment. You may feel soreness or sensitivity to the touch for 2 to 3 days after your treatment. Apply a cool compress to help minimize the swelling.
Most patients do well with a lollipop (vertical) or anchor (wise-pattern) scar. We place incisions to hide in natural borders whenever possible and give you a scar-care plan after your first checks.
What helps:
- Start silicone therapy when cleared and use it consistently for several weeks.
- Protect scars from UV exposure with sunscreen and UV-smart clothing choices.
- Add gentle massage once we say it’s safe because it helps scars soften and flatten over time.
Yes, but timing matters. Pregnancy, nursing, and significant weight shifts can change breast size and shape. If family planning or a big fitness goal is close, we’ll talk about the best plan.
Sometimes. Many insurers look for documentation that symptoms affect daily life (neck/shoulder/back pain, rashes, shoulder-strap grooves) and that you’ve tried conservative care.
We’ll take measurements, photographs (with consent), and provide a letter of medical necessity when appropriate. Coverage decisions vary by plan, with some approving partial coverage while others consider it cosmetic. Our team will guide you through the paperwork and timelines. If coverage is limited, we can discuss financing options so you can move forward confidently.
