Breast reduction decreases volume and repositions the breasts, and relieves discomfort such as back and neck pain or bra strap marks.
From: 8.500 €
Surgery duration:
120-180 minutes
Recovery time:
7-10 days
Synapta® protocol:
Included in Barcelona
Anesthesia:
General
Hospital stay:
Usually 1 night
Social life:
In 2 weeks
A breast reduction is a surgical procedure designed to decrease breast volume when the size of the breasts causes physical discomfort, limits daily activity or leads to aesthetic dissatisfaction. The procedure involves removing excess breast tissue, fat and skin, reshaping the breast and repositioning the areola to achieve breasts that are lighter, more proportionate and in harmony with the body.
The goal is not only to improve appearance, but also to relieve symptoms such as back, neck or shoulder pain, improve posture and make everyday life more comfortable, supporting the patient's overall well-being.
What techniques are there to reduce breast size?
Indicated in moderate cases. It reduces volume and lifts the breast with a more limited scar.
Used for very large breasts or breasts with significant sagging. It allows the shape and position to be completely reshaped.
In all cases, the nipple-areola complex is repositioned to a more natural and aesthetic position.
Breast reduction at IdB follows five steps, from the consultation with the surgeon who will operate on you through to follow-up afterwards. At each step, the technique is adapted to the volume to be removed, the degree of sagging and the quality of the skin.
The consultation is always held with the surgeon who will perform your breast reduction. During this visit, the surgeon assesses breast volume, the degree of sagging, skin quality, any asymmetries and the associated physical symptoms. A payment of €80 is required in advance to book the appointment. If you cannot travel, the first visit can also be done by video call with the surgeon who would operate on you: it costs €50, which is deducted if you decide to have surgery.
Before surgery, it is essential to follow a series of instructions to ensure safety and the best possible result, and to strictly follow the recommendations given by your surgeon.
Breast reduction surgery is performed in an operating room, under strict safety protocols and with continuous monitoring throughout the procedure. The medical team, specialized in breast surgery, takes care of every detail of the operation to ensure a safe process and a result suited to each patient.
At IdB we apply advanced protocols to make recovery after breast reduction as comfortable as possible.
After breast reduction surgery, the recovery process begins with regular medical follow-up, aimed at monitoring your progress, healing and how the tissue adapts to the new breast volume.
For years, breast reduction has been associated with a recovery marked by tightness, swelling and a certain amount of discomfort in the breast area. However, advances in medical protocols now make it possible to approach recovery from a more advanced perspective.
At Instituto de Benito we apply Synapta®, a protocol designed to support the body through its recovery process after breast reduction surgery, helping to make the experience easier and more controlled.
Beyond the conventional use of medication, this approach focuses on the body's neurophysiological response after surgery. Through specific techniques, it aims to modulate inflammation, reduce tissue tension and improve the body's adaptation to the surgical change.
These protocols are part of a process in which post-operative well-being matters as much as the aesthetic design. Each case is assessed individually so that the instructions are tailored to the patient.
*Synapta® is included in surgeries performed in Barcelona.
Carlos Alsina
The price of breast reduction at Instituto de Benito starts from €8,500 and varies depending on the volume to be removed, the complexity of the reshaping, the technique used and the surgical time. It includes preoperative tests and post-operative follow-up, as part of a personalized quote for each patient.
You can finance this procedure at 0% interest. See the options on our financing page.
Breast reduction is indicated for women with excess breast volume that can cause physical discomfort and affect their quality of life.
This type of surgery is especially indicated for women who experience:
Excessive breast volume can overload the muscles of the back and shoulders, causing chronic pain, muscle knots and poor posture that affects everyday quality of life.
Many women with very large breasts find it difficult to run, jump or exercise normally, due to both the weight and the discomfort and lack of adequate support.
The size and weight of the breasts can make it hard to find a comfortable position for sleeping, or for sitting or lying down for long periods, causing constant discomfort.
Continuous skin contact and moisture in the fold under the breast can cause redness, irritation, skin infections and recurring discomfort.
Very large breasts often throw the figure out of proportion and make it hard to find clothes that fit the torso well without being too tight across the chest or too big everywhere else.
Beyond the physical symptoms, many patients are looking for a more balanced figure, to feel lighter in their daily lives and to regain comfort, freedom of movement and confidence in their body.
Although breast reduction is a surgery with a long track record and a well-established safety profile when performed under rigorous medical criteria, there are certain situations in which it may be contraindicated or need to be postponed. At Instituto de Benito, each case is studied individually during the preoperative consultation, always prioritizing the patient's health and safety over any aesthetic goal. A good candidate for breast reduction is defined not only by the wish to reduce breast volume, but also by their general health, tissue quality, emotional stability and realistic expectations about the result and the scars associated with the surgery.
| Contraindicación | Motivo |
|---|---|
| Pregnancy and breastfeeding | Hormonal changes and changes in breast volume can alter the surgical result. |
| Active smoking | Increases the risk of poor scarring, skin necrosis and vascular complications. We require patients to stop smoking at least 4 weeks before and 4 weeks after surgery. |
| Uncontrolled diabetes | It increases the risk of infection and hinders proper healing. |
| Significant obesity | It is associated with a higher anesthetic risk and postoperative complications. |
| Uncontrolled cardiovascular or pulmonary disease | They can increase the risk during surgery and anesthesia. |
| Clotting disorders or anticoagulant treatment | These raise the risk of bleeding and hematomas. |
| Active infections | They must be resolved before any surgical procedure is performed. |
| Uncontrolled autoimmune diseases | They can interfere with recovery and healing. |
| Severely poor skin quality | It can compromise the stability and longevity of the result. |
| Unrealistic expectations | It is important to understand the limitations of the technique and the presence of permanent scars. |
| Body dysmorphic disorder or emotional instability | It can negatively affect how the final result is perceived. |
| Significant weight changes expected | Weight fluctuations can change the shape and position of the breasts after surgery. |
| Plans for pregnancy in the near future | A future pregnancy can change the breasts again and affect the result achieved. |
| History of abnormal scarring or keloids | There is a higher risk of hypertrophic or abnormal scars. |
See yourself the way you want again
One of the reasons breast reduction remains one of the most frequently performed breast surgeries is its ability to improve both the appearance and the quality of life of patients with excess breast volume, physical discomfort or functional limitations. When performed by qualified specialists under strict medical protocols, it is a safe and widely established technique. At Instituto de Benito, all procedures are performed in an accredited operating room, with anesthesia and monitoring supervised by a qualified anesthesiologist and following advanced clinical safety standards.
If, after surgery, you experience severe pain that does not improve with the prescribed medication, a fever above 38 °C, significant swelling, progressive redness, discharge from the wound, opening of the stitches, difficulty breathing or any sudden change in the shape or sensitivity of the breast, it is important to contact the clinic immediately or go to the nearest emergency department. Most complications can be resolved properly if they are detected early.
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Dr. Víctor Cabrera
Breast surgery
Dra. Lucrecia Villanueva
Breast and body surgery
Instituto de Benito is a leading center for plastic surgery, aesthetic medicine and wellness, with more than 40 years of experience and thousands of satisfied patients.
Each professional on the team focuses on a specific technique, which allows for more precise work. The goal is a natural result.
«Breast reduction is much more than an aesthetic change; it is a procedure aimed at improving the patient's quality of…»
«Breast reduction allows you to regain comfort, mobility and confidence»
«Deciding on a breast reduction means seeking a balance between aesthetics and health»
«In breast reduction, the patient is at the center of every decision»
At Instituto de Benito, we have a solid track record backed by more than 40 years of experience in plastic and cosmetic surgery, with a special focus on breast surgery. Over the course of our career, we have performed more than 10,000 breast surgeries, which allows us to offer safe, natural and personalized results.
Our practice is backed by membership of recognized international scientific societies, such as SECPRE (Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery), ISAPS (International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) and SCCPRE, which ensures continuing education and the use of the safest techniques.
Post-op follow-up is included, and we support the patient through every stage until discharge.
The first consultation can be held by video call before you travel. It costs €50, deducted if you decide to have surgery, and it is with the surgeon who would operate on you. All our advisors and surgeons speak English.
The first step is not surgery: it is a consultation with the surgeon who would perform your procedure. They will assess your case, answer your questions and, after the visit, give you the exact price.
The first consultation costs €80, which is deducted from the cost of surgery if you decide to have your procedure with us. You can also call us.
Smaller, lighter, lifted breasts in proportion to the body, with aesthetic and functional improvement. Full recovery comes between 3 and 6 months.
Discomfort is usually moderate and is well controlled with medication. Most patients can return to their daily routine within 7 to 10 days, and to their social life in about 2 weeks.
In many cases it is possible, although it depends on the technique used and the amount of tissue removed during surgery.
You can return to sports between 4 and 6 weeks, and to sun exposure from week 8.
Most patients return to normal life in 7 to 10 days, although full recovery comes in approximately 3 months.
Yes, at Instituto de Benito we offer different financing options to make breast reduction more accessible. We offer interest-free financing for up to 12 months, as well as longer plans of up to 48 months, which we tailor to each patient's needs.
Yes, breast reduction leaves scars because it involves removing skin and breast tissue. Most techniques leave scars around the areola and on the lower part of the breast, although over time they usually fade and become less visible. The final result depends largely on your skin, post-op care and the technique used by the surgeon.
It is very common to live with discomfort for years before considering surgery. Many patients come to see back pain, bra strap marks or discomfort when getting dressed as normal because they believe “it's just the way they are.” There is also fear of surgery, of scars or of what other people will think.
For many people the change is not only physical. Some describe feeling lighter, more comfortable in their clothes, more confident socially or less stared at. It can also improve their relationship with exercise, their posture and how they perceive their own body.
In many cases yes, although not in the way people imagine. Often it is not about “looking perfect,” but about no longer feeling constantly uncomfortable or limited. The improvement tends to come more from a sense of relief and freedom than from a purely aesthetic change.
There is no perfect age. Some people have it done young because their breasts greatly affect their daily life, while others wait years, until after pregnancies, hormonal changes or once their body has stabilized. What usually matters is that the decision is a conscious and well-considered one.
Many women feel embarrassed or believe their discomfort will not be understood. From the outside it is often seen as a purely aesthetic matter, when in reality many patients are looking to relieve physical pain, discomfort and everyday limitations.
Breast hypertrophy is breast growth that is excessive for the patient's build; when it is very pronounced, it is called gigantomastia. In both cases, the weight of the breasts can cause back, neck and shoulder pain, chafing in the fold under the breast and limitations when exercising, and breast reduction is the indicated surgical treatment. The technique and the volume to be removed are decided at the consultation. It is a surgery that requires an experienced surgeon, because of its complexity.
Spain's public health system may cover breast reduction when there is breast hypertrophy or gigantomastia with documented physical symptoms. It requires a referral from a specialist, the criteria depend on each autonomous community (region) and there is usually a waiting list. Breast reduction for cosmetic reasons is not covered. At IdB we perform breast reduction on a private basis.
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Dr. Lucrecia Villanueva body and breast surgeon
N.º de colegiación 282871279
Specialist surgeon in body and breast
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