Dr. Rhett N Willis Jr, MD
Charlottesville
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Dr. Rhett N Willis Jr, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Charlottesville, Virginia, rated 5 stars across 28 Google reviews, performing 25 tracked procedures.
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Cosmetic Surgery · Charlottesville, Virginia
Breast Reduction in Charlottesville
Surgery that removes breast tissue, fat, and skin to reduce size and relieve the neck, back, and shoulder pain that large breasts cause, and one of the few cosmetic operations insurance sometimes covers. Compare Charlottesville clinics below and request a free consultation.
Typical cost in Charlottesville
$8,000–$15,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for Charlottesville, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
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Breast Reduction surgeons in Charlottesville
Only one plastic surgeon in Charlottesville lists breast reduction among their procedures. Here they are, with a link to every surgeon in the city.
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About Breast Reduction
Surgery that removes breast tissue, fat, and skin to reduce size and relieve the neck, back, and shoulder pain that large breasts cause, and one of the few cosmetic operations insurance sometimes covers.
Sessions
One procedure, results are long lasting at stable weight
Downtime
1 to 2 weeks off work, 6 weeks before full exercise
Good candidate
People with physical symptoms from breast size including back and neck pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes beneath the breasts, or difficulty exercising
- Relieves chronic neck, back, and shoulder pain in most patients
- Consistently among the highest patient satisfaction rates in all of surgery
- Often partially or fully covered by insurance when criteria are met
- Makes exercise and clothing dramatically easier
From their own websites
What the Charlottesville breast reduction practice states about itself
What the one Charlottesville practice that lists breast reduction says on its own website (checked September 2026); something it does not mention it may still offer, so ask at your consultation.
In their words
Dr. Rhett N Willis Jr, MD
If you are suffering from neck, back and shoulder pain, and have shoulder grooving from your bra, you may be a candidate for a breast reduction. Additionally, if they interfere with exercise or have recurrent rashes, then you may be a good candidate.
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Dr. Rhett N Willis Jr, MD
Physically healthy, nonsmokers who have overly large breasts that cause discomfort, limit their physical ability, or cause self-consciousness can often benefit from a breast reduction. Ideal candidates will be near their goal weight and have realistic expectations for the outcome of their procedure.
FAQ
Breast Reduction in Charlottesville: common questions
How much does Breast Reduction cost in Charlottesville?
Breast Reduction generally runs $8,000–$15,000 per procedure, and each Charlottesville clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Charlottesville clinics for a personalized quote.
How often should I get Breast Reduction?
Maintenance schedules vary. Most Charlottesville providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.
Can I wear makeup after Breast Reduction?
Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.
Will insurance cover my breast reduction?
Often, and more often than patients expect, but carriers set specific criteria. Typically they want documented symptoms such as back, neck, or shoulder pain, evidence you have tried conservative measures like physical therapy or supportive garments, and sometimes a minimum amount of tissue to be removed based on your height and weight. Photographs are usually required. Start the process early because approval can take weeks, and ask the surgeon's office whether they handle the pre-authorization, since experienced offices do this routinely.
How much smaller will I be?
Surgeons discuss this in grams removed rather than cup sizes, because cup sizing is not standardized across brands. Most patients go down two to three cup sizes. The goal is proportion to your frame rather than a specific letter, and the surgeon also balances how much tissue insurance may require removed against what looks right for your body. Bring photos of the outcome you have in mind.
What is the satisfaction rate really like?
Breast reduction consistently records among the highest satisfaction rates of any surgical procedure, cosmetic or otherwise, in published outcome studies. The reason is that it solves a functional problem and a cosmetic one simultaneously. Patients frequently describe the relief from physical symptoms as more significant than the change in appearance.
Will I be able to breastfeed afterward?
Some patients can and some cannot, and it is difficult to predict individually. Reduction removes glandular tissue and repositions the nipple, both of which can affect milk production and duct continuity. If you plan to breastfeed in future, discuss it explicitly, because certain techniques preserve more of the ductal system, and some patients choose to delay surgery until after childbearing.
What about the scars?
Most reductions use either a vertical lollipop pattern or an anchor pattern including a scar along the fold. They are permanent. Patients in this operation are, in general, notably accepting of scars because the symptom relief is so significant, but you should see photographs of typical scar outcomes at consultation so nothing surprises you afterward.
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