While many women are concerned with having breasts that are too small, many others have the opposite problem: breasts that are disproportionately large and heavy.  Both embarrassing and physically challenging, they may keep you from participating in a variety of activities, make it difficult to find clothing that fits correctly, and you may find yourself avoiding certain types of garments because of unwanted attention these styles draw to their breasts. Massive, pendulous breasts can also create discomfort and strain in the neck, back and shoulders, or skin irritation due to the skin underneath the breasts rubbing and causing friction. Bra straps can create grooving into the shoulders on some patients.

There is no doubt that excessively large breasts can be quite literally a pain in the neck, as well as a significant cosmetic concern. Women with large breasts often think others focus on that feature and fail to notice the rest of their looks or personality. It can be difficult both in social and professional situations to wonder whether you are taken seriously despite your appearance.

Breast reduction, also called reduction mammoplasty when performed for medical reasons, is designed to bring balance and proportion back to the body profile, creating a more attractive, manageable size and shape to the breasts.