Women with large, heavy breasts can be greatly helped by breast reduction surgery, known as reduction mammoplasty.

An improvement in the breast shape and nipple position can also be achieved through this surgery, restoring a more youthful appearance and improving self confidence and the ability to re-engage with many physical activities.

Mastopexy involves lifting the breast tissue and the position of the nipple without a significant reduction in volume. In fact, an increase in volume is often required, in the form of a breast implant or fat transfer.

Drooping of the breasts (ptosis) may occur following pregnancy and is commonly seen after significant weight loss.

For some women, small breasts do not fit with their ideal, and they seek to have breast enlargement surgery, known as augmentation mammoplasty. This is achieved through the insertion of silicone breast implants.

Over-filling and unnatural augmentation is not recommended as the skin and soft tissues can be stretched beyond their capacity.

Male breast tissue can occur for a variety of reasons, and is often consider normal around puberty, Should it persist or occur for another reason, then surgery top remove the breast tissue can be considered. This is done through a combination of liposuction and direct excision, usually through a small incision in the areola.