Will I Be Able to Breast Feed After
Breast Reduction Surgery?

It is possible that breast reduction surgery can interfere with subsequent breast feeding. This will vary from individual to individual. If your nipple and areola remain attached to a significant amount of breast tissue after surgery, you will most likely be able to breast feed. However, if your breast reduction procedure requires more extensive removal of breast tissue it is possible that future breast feeding may be impacted.

Rarely, and only in very large reductions, a technique is performed which requires removal of the nipple and areola and reattachment as a graft. If this procedure were performed breast feeding would not be possible.

Please contact our Philadelphia plastic surgery office today to learn more about the breast reduction procedures we offer. Dr. Bottger serves clients in the Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr, and West Chester, Newtown Square areas.

To learn more about breast reduction, read these common questions:
Will my breast reduction be covered by my insurance?
What type of scarring is expected after breast reduction surgery?
Does my nipple have to be completely removed for breast reduction surgery?
Can my breasts change in size after breast reduction surgery?
Will my nipple sensation change following breast reduction surgery?
Additional Questions about Breast Reduction