Breast Reduction in Beverly Hills — Reduction Mammaplasty by Dr. Kriya Gishen
Breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammaplasty, removes excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to achieve a breast size that is proportionate to your body and alleviates the physical discomfort associated with overly large breasts. The procedure simultaneously lifts the breast tissue, reduces the nipple-areolar complex, and creates a rounder, more youthful breast shape with increased fullness in the cleavage area. The specific surgical technique used depends on each patient's breast shape, size, and surgical history. At her Beverly Hills practice, Dr. Kriya Gishen draws on her Ivy League training and fine arts and sculpture background to deliver breast reduction results that provide both physical relief and beautiful aesthetic outcomes.
What Is Breast Reduction Surgery?
Breast reduction is a surgical procedure that removes excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin from the breasts to reduce their overall size and weight. The surgery is most commonly performed through an anchor-shaped (inverted T) incision, though a vertical ("lollipop") technique may be used for patients requiring a more moderate reduction. During the procedure, the nipple-areolar complex is repositioned to a higher, more natural location, and the remaining breast tissue is reshaped to create a lifted, proportionate contour. Breast reduction is one of the highest patient-satisfaction procedures in plastic surgery because it simultaneously addresses both cosmetic concerns and significant physical symptoms.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Breast Reduction?
You may be a good candidate for breast reduction in Beverly Hills if you experience:
- Chronic neck, back, or shoulder pain caused by the weight of your breasts
- Shoulder grooving from bra straps digging into the skin
- Skin irritation or rashes beneath the breast fold
- Difficulty exercising or participating in physical activities due to breast size
- Self-consciousness about disproportionately large breasts
- Difficulty finding clothing or bras that fit properly
- Numbness or tingling in the hands and fingers caused by nerve compression from heavy breasts
Dr. Kriya Gishen conducts a comprehensive evaluation during your consultation to determine the ideal reduction volume and technique based on your symptoms, anatomy, and aesthetic goals.
Dr. Kriya's Approach to Breast Reduction
Dr. Kriya Gishen's approach to breast reduction balances functional relief with aesthetic refinement. Her background in fine arts and sculpture informs her ability to reshape the breast in three dimensions — creating a natural contour with appropriate projection, upper pole fullness, and symmetry rather than simply removing volume. She pays close attention to nipple-areolar positioning and proportion, ensuring the final result looks balanced and feminine. Her Ivy League education and extensive surgical training provide the technical foundation for safe, precise tissue removal and meticulous closure techniques that promote optimal scar healing.
What to Expect: Breast Reduction Recovery
Breast reduction surgery is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. Patients wear a supportive surgical bra beginning immediately after surgery and continuing for several weeks. Most patients report an immediate sense of physical relief from neck and back pain, even in the early postoperative period. Swelling and bruising are most pronounced during the first two weeks and gradually resolve. Many patients return to work within one to two weeks, with strenuous exercise and heavy lifting restricted for four to six weeks. Scars fade significantly over twelve to eighteen months with proper scar care, and Dr. Kriya provides a detailed postoperative protocol to optimize healing.
Combining Breast Reduction with Other Procedures
Breast reduction can be combined with other body contouring procedures for a comprehensive transformation. Patients who have experienced significant weight loss may benefit from combining breast reduction with abdominoplasty, arm and thigh lift, or liposuction to address excess skin and contour irregularities throughout the body. For patients whose primary concern is sagging rather than size, a breast lift may be the more appropriate procedure. Those who desire both a smaller size and volume restoration in specific areas may explore options that include fat grafting. Dr. Kriya tailors every surgical plan to address your complete set of goals.
Why Choose Dr. Kriya Gishen for Breast Reduction in Beverly Hills
Dr. Kriya Gishen is an Ivy League-trained, UCLA fellowship-trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon who understands that breast reduction is about far more than removing tissue — it is about creating a breast shape and size that brings your body into harmony while relieving the physical burden of overly large breasts. Her training in fine arts and sculpture gives her the artistic perspective to reshape the breast beautifully, and her extensive reconstructive surgery experience ensures safe, reliable outcomes with optimized scar quality.
At her Beverly Hills practice at 9730 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 200, Dr. Kriya provides compassionate, individualized care in a private setting designed around your comfort and confidence.
Schedule your consultation with Dr. Kriya Gishen — call (310) 890-7262
