Are there different techniques for breast reduction?
Pedicle Techniques This is the most common type of breast reduction surgery. Pedicle techniques use a variety of designs, all of which raise the nipple and areola to a higher position while leaving these tissues attached to portions of the underlying breast tissue. Areas of surrounding skin and breast tissue are removed to create a smaller breast. The remaining skin and breast tissue are then fitted around the nipple in its new location. The result is usually a breast which is smaller and less “saggy” than before the operation. Nipple pedicle techniques for breast reduction offer patient several advantages. In most cases, these approaches result in very low rates of nipple loss, a reported complication of breast reduction (see below). Also, pedicle operations usually preserve nipple color and sensitivity. Finally, most plastic surgeons believe that these techniques produce the best cosmetic appearance. Some patients may not be good candidates for pedicle reductions. Women with very lar
