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 Tampa clinics below and request a free consultation.
$8,000–$15,000
per procedure · USD
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Plastic surgeons in Tampa who list breast reduction among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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New Tampa Plastic Surgery - G. Peter Fakhre, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Tampa, Florida, rated 4.9 stars across 715 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.
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Bodze Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa is a plastic surgery practice in Tampa, Florida, rated 4.9 stars across 672 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.
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Temmen Plastic Surgery: Traci Temmen, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in Tampa, Florida, rated 4.9 stars across 457 Google reviews, performing 26 tracked procedures.
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SynergyMD Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Tampa, Florida, rated 5 stars across 189 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.
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Tampa Surgical Arts is a plastic surgery practice in Tampa, Florida, rated 4.9 stars across 172 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.
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Ravive Plastic Surgery & MedSpa is a plastic surgery practice in Tampa, Florida, rated 5 stars across 170 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.
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Castellano Cosmetic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Tampa, Florida, rated 4.8 stars across 470 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.
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.
One procedure, results are long lasting at stable weight
1 to 2 weeks off work, 6 weeks before full exercise
People with physical symptoms from breast size including back and neck pain, shoulder grooving from bra straps, rashes beneath the breasts, or difficulty exercising
13 plastic surgery practices in the Tampa area list breast reduction. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 12 Tampa practices that list breast reduction say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.
Patients that smoke, have complicated medical problems (e.g. heart disease, diabetes, blood clots), or are considered obese with a BMI >30 are not candidates for breast reduction surgery.
After undergoing breast reduction surgery, it's typical to experience some mild discomfort and pain, which can be adequately managed with proper pain treatment. Typically, within 3-7 days following the procedure, most patients can discontinue using strong pain medications and switch to an over-the-counter pain reliever like Tylenol.
To keep you fully comfortable during your breast reduction, we will give you general anesthesia and numbing medications.
Breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia and typically lasts between 2 and 4 hours.
Many women also choose to combine breast reduction with additional body contouring procedures, such as liposuction or a tummy tuck , to achieve a comprehensive overall result.
Dr. Traci Temmen requires that patients stop smoking for at least 6 months to 1 year, have medical conditions well controlled, and have reached the ideal body weight before proceeding with breast reduction surgery.
Dr. Brown can use three different breast reduction techniques. The first involves creating an incision around your areola and nipple. For the second, he can place a vertical incision to the breast crease and around the areola.
Patients often report feeling lighter and more comfortable after breast reduction surgery, with many experiencing significant relief from physical discomfort, such as back or shoulder pain, shortly after the procedure.
Many women seek breast reduction not only for cosmetic reasons but also to relieve physical discomfort caused by overly large breasts.
On the day of your breast reduction surgery , you will arrive at Artisan Aesthetics’ private, state-accredited surgical suite. This boutique environment ensures your privacy and comfort, away from the hustle and bustle of a hospital setting. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia
Breast reduction surgery is often a beneficial procedure for women with this condition. If you don’t suffer from the physical symptoms of macromastia but wish to reduce the size of your breasts solely for aesthetic reasons, you may also be a great candidate.
However, if you experience frequent shoulder, neck, or back pain or poor posture due to the heavy weight of large breasts, breast reduction surgery should be considered.
The breast reduction procedure begins with the administration of general anesthesia to keep you comfortable. Your surgeon will make the necessary incisions in the predetermined areas. In most cases, they use either an anchor incision or a lollipop incision.
When recovering from a breast reduction, many patients experience bruising, mild swelling, and tenderness around their breasts.
candidate for a breast reduction is a woman who is unhappy with the size of her breasts, is having physical and mental side effects directly associated with the weight and volume of her breasts, and is aware that she must trade scars on her breasts for smaller, shapelier breasts.
breast reduction specialists like Dr. Jaime Perez also focus on reshaping the breast into a more youthful, conical shape while repositioning the nipple to a higher, more attractive level
Those who intend to have additional children or breastfeed in the future may wish to postpone breast reduction.
There will be visible scarring from breast reduction . However, the extent of scarring depends greatly on the particular technique used. In most cases, scarring will not be visible in underwear or swimwear and will continue to fade for six months.
To ensure optimal results, our experienced surgeons often pair breast reduction with a breast lift, or mastopexy.
Breast Reduction generally runs $8,000–$15,000 per procedure, and each Tampa 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 Tampa clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Tampa providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Results vary by patient, but most Tampa providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Breast Reduction series.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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