31/08/2026
Considering a Breast Reduction? Here are 5 things Dr Craig wants patients to understand before surgery.
1️⃣ We can’t promise you a specific cup size.
Bra cup sizing varies significantly between brands, so asking to go from a particular cup size to a “C” or “D” doesn’t give us an exact surgical measurement.
Instead, Dr Craig considers your existing anatomy, breast tissue, proportions and your individual goals when planning your surgery. The amount of tissue that can safely be removed will also vary from patient to patient.
2️⃣ A Breast Reduction means permanent scars.
There is no scarless Breast Reduction.
Depending on the surgical technique used, scars may sit around the ar**la and vertically down the breast and some techniques may also include a scar within the breast fold. Dr Craig commonly performs the Lejour technique, which typically involves a scar around the ar**la and vertically down the breast. Scars generally change and mature over time, but their final appearance varies between patients.
3️⃣ Your breasts won’t be perfectly symmetrical.
Breasts naturally have differences in size, shape, ni**le position and chest-wall anatomy and these differences exist before surgery. Surgery may improve some asymmetry, but perfect symmetry cannot be guaranteed.
This is something Dr Craig will assess and discuss with you during your consultation.
4️⃣ Ni**le sensation can change.
Changes to ni**le or breast sensation are a recognised risk of Breast Reduction surgery. Sensation may temporarily increase or decrease during recovery and in some patients, altered or reduced sensation can be permanent. This is one of the risks that should be understood and discussed before proceeding with surgery.
5️⃣ Your breasts can change again in the future.
Breast Reduction surgery doesn’t stop your breasts from responding to your body over time. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, ageing and hormonal changes can all affect breast size, shape and skin quality after surgery.
Considering Breast Reduction surgery?
Book a consultation with Dr Craig Rubinstein by calling our rooms on (03) 8849 1400 or email [email protected]
