Breast Reduction Case Study

Some before photos speak for themselves before any history is given. This is one of those cases. The size, shape, and position of the breast tissue in the before photo tell a clear story about what this patient was carrying, and they explain exactly why surgery was needed. Reading the Before Photo In the before…

Most people searching for breast reduction photos expect to see a fully healed final result. This case is a good reminder that healing happens in stages, and the after photos here capture this patient at an earlier point in that process. The bruising and swelling still visible around the nipple-areola complex are a normal part…

A Starting Point That Called for Major Correction This patient came to us with a level of breast volume and sagging that goes beyond what a lift alone can fix. In the before photos, the breasts sit low on the chest wall, with the nipple-areola complex positioned well below the natural breast fold. This is…

In this case, a 42-year-old woman from Suffolk County came to Breast Reduction Surgeons of Long Island looking for relief from the physical and emotional burden of extremely large, drooping breasts. Dr. Hoschander performed a breast reduction with lift, helping her achieve a lighter, more balanced figure and significantly improved quality of life. To give…

Patient Concerns This patient presented with very large and heavy breasts that had caused persistent discomfort for many years. The weight of her breasts created constant strain on her back, neck, and shoulders, which limited her ability to perform daily tasks comfortably. She experienced: Beyond the physical discomfort, she also felt restricted in her clothing…

This patient is a 39-year-old woman from Huntington, Long Island, who came to Breast Reduction Surgeons of Long Island with chronic discomfort, lifestyle limitations, and difficulty with self-confidence due to large, ptotic breasts. A breast reduction with lift was performed by Dr. Hoschander to help her achieve long-term relief and restore natural proportions. Below, she…

Patient Presentation This patient presented with large, ptotic (sagging) breasts and widened areolas that were disproportionate to her body frame. The heaviness of her breasts contributed to a downward pull on her chest, while the widened areolas added to the impression of imbalance. Her primary goals were to achieve a more lifted breast shape, reduce…

This case features a 28-year-old patient from Bay Shore, Long Island, who underwent breast reduction with lift performed by Dr. Hoschander. She presented with very large, droopy breasts and struggled with daily discomfort and body image concerns. Below, she shares a week-by-week journal of her journey, along with what she felt, experienced, and learned along…

Patient Presentation This patient presented with large, ptotic (sagging) breasts and widened areolas, a combination that made her breasts appear heavy and elongated on her frame. While her main concerns were cosmetic in nature, the heaviness also contributed to a forward pull on her shoulders and posture, a common issue with breast ptosis. She hoped…

Patient Presentation This patient presented with very large, hanging breasts that significantly affected her quality of life. The weight of her breasts caused forward pull on her posture and made clothing fit difficult. Beyond appearance, she described the breasts as feeling heavy and cumbersome, interfering with both daily movement and overall comfort. Her goals were…