Breast Reduction Surgery

For many women, overly large breasts can cause chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain, limit physical activity, and lead to emotional distress. Breast reduction surgery (reduction mammoplasty) offers a life-changing solution—relieving discomfort, enhancing body proportions, and restoring confidence so you can live with greater freedom and ease.

Dr. Kenneth A. Godwin, a board-certified plastic surgeon, specializes in breast reduction, using advanced techniques to achieve results that are not only aesthetically balanced but also medically beneficial. His meticulous approach helps reduce excess breast tissue while preserving beautiful, natural contours that complement your body’s frame.

What About Scars?

One of the biggest concerns for patients considering breast reduction is scarring. While all surgeries result in some degree of scarring, Dr. Godwin uses precise incision techniques and meticulous closure methods to ensure scars are as minimal and discreet as possible. With proper post-surgical care, scars typically fade significantly over time, often becoming barely noticeable. Many patients find that the relief and confidence gained far outweigh any concerns about scarring.

Dr. Godwin takes a personalized approach to every procedure, ensuring your results align with your unique goals and body proportions. Patients frequently express how breast reduction has transformed their lives, allowing them to feel lighter, more confident, and unrestricted in their daily activities. If you’re ready to experience that same freedom, schedule a consultation today and take the first step toward a happier, more comfortable you.

What are typical patient concerns?

• Emotional distress
• Decreased confidence related to breast size
• Difficulty walking, running, and exercising
• Sleep disturbances
• Poor posture
• Deep indentations from bra straps
• Back, neck, and shoulder pain

What benefits will you receive from breast reduction?

• Physical:
• Pain relief
• Better posture
• Ease in performing routine, daily activities
• Noticeably improved proportions, symmetry, and contour
• Ability to wear standard clothing sizes comfortably
• Psychological:
• Relief and stress reduction
• Enhanced body image and self-esteem

Under general anesthesia, Dr. Godwin makes precise incisions to remove excess skin, fat, and tissue, creating a more proportional body and eliminating oversized, disproportionate breasts. Nipples and areolas are repositioned, and temporary drains may be inserted. The procedure typically takes 3-4 hours and can be performed as an outpatient.

What is recovery and healing like after Breast Reduction surgery with Dr. Godwin?

Customized instructions will be provided to you before surgery. A healthy recovery requires careful adherence to post-operative instructions.

You will experience swelling, bruising, and soreness. A surgical bra or compression garment is standard procedure and will assist with healing. Your activities will be restricted.

Light activities typically resume within 1 to 2 weeks.

Dr. Godwin will monitor your progress and provide ongoing guidance. Complete healing may take 2 to 3 months, with scars fading over 12 to 18 months.

The recovery process is a gradual journey to everyday activities.

Am I a good candidate for a Breast Reduction Surgery with Dr. Godwin?

Good candidates for breast reduction are individuals with good physical and mental health. Dr. Godwin recommends that you avoid smoking (or be willing to quit before surgery) and not be pregnant or breastfeeding. Patients over 40 are required to provide a copy of their most recent mammogram conducted within the past year.