Relief, proportion, and confidence by Dr. Tim Neavin
Breast reduction isn’t cosmetic for most patients; it’s the end of chronic pain, clothing frustration, and activity limitations they’ve lived with for years. Dr. Neavin reduces size while reshaping for natural proportion, so you don’t just feel lighter, you look like yourself, just more comfortable.
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Most breast reductions focus on one thing: removing tissue. The breasts get smaller, but the shape is an afterthought, flat, boxy, or bottom-heavy. That’s because reducing volume is technically straightforward. Creating a beautiful shape with less tissue is where the artistry lives.
Dr. Neavin treats every breast reduction as both a functional and aesthetic procedure. He removes the excess tissue that’s causing your pain, then reshapes what remains into a lifted, proportionate breast that fits your frame. The nipple-areola complex is repositioned to a natural height. Internal suturing provides structural support so the shape holds long-term, not just for the first few months.
The result is immediate relief from pain and pressure on day one, and a breast shape you actually like when you look in the mirror.
Removes excess tissue while sculpting a lifted, natural breast shape, not just making them smaller.
Preserves nerve pathways to maintain nipple sensation, a critical concern most patients don’t know to ask about.
Incision pattern matched to your reduction needs, placed to fade significantly and stay hidden in a bra or bikini.
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After “I went from a size G to a full C, and the relief was immediate. I can now run, do yoga, and sleep comfortably without pain. The scarring is minimal and barely noticeable. Dr. Neavin’s attention to detail really shows in the results.”— Jennifer L., Santa Barbara
“I can’t believe I waited so long. The chronic back pain I lived with for years is completely gone, and I finally feel proportionate and confident in my body. His surgical skill is incredible — my results look so natural that people can’t even tell I had surgery.”— Jessica M., Beverly Hills
Dr. Neavin has performed breast reductions for over 20 years, and he approaches the procedure differently than most surgeons. For him, reduction is only half the job — the other half is creating a breast shape that looks as good as it feels.
His technique combines precise tissue removal with internal reshaping and structural suturing, so the result holds its form long after surgery. He uses nerve-sparing methods to preserve sensation, and selects the incision pattern that gives the best shape with the least visible scarring for your specific anatomy.
Many of his patients say the same thing: they wish they had done it sooner. Not just because the pain is gone, but because they didn’t expect to actually love the way they look.
Most patients feel immediate relief from back and shoulder pain on day one. You’ll return to desk work within 5-7 days and light exercise by week three. Full activity: running, lifting, sports, resumes at 6–8 weeks. A supportive surgical bra is worn for the first several weeks to help tissues settle into their new shape.
Women experiencing chronic neck, back, or shoulder pain from breast weight, skin irritation beneath the breasts, difficulty exercising, or persistent frustration with fit and proportion. Ideal candidates are at or near a stable weight and in good overall health. If Botox and fillers represent the non-surgical option for aging, breast reduction is the one procedure where patients almost universally say they wish they’d done it years earlier.
Breast reduction typically ranges from $8,500 to $12,500 depending on the technique and complexity. Many insurance plans cover breast reduction when it’s medically necessary, our patient coordinators can verify your coverage and handle pre-authorization paperwork. Financing options are also available for qualified candidates.
Reshapes and lifts sagging breasts without significant size reduction. Ideal when shape is the concern, not volume.
For patients who want to increase size and improve shape the opposite direction, but the same focus on natural proportion.
Combines breast work with body contouring for women looking to restore their pre-pregnancy shape in one recovery.
Many insurance plans cover breast reduction when it’s deemed medically necessary to relieve chronic pain, posture problems, or skin irritation. Coverage typically requires documentation of conservative treatments you’ve tried and may have criteria about the amount of tissue removed. Our patient coordinators work directly with your insurance to verify benefits, obtain pre-authorization, and handle the paperwork before scheduling.
Some temporary changes in sensation are normal in the weeks after surgery, but permanent loss is uncommon with Dr. Neavin’s nerve-sparing technique. Most patients experience some initial numbness or heightened sensitivity that gradually normalizes over several months. The risk increases with very large reductions, but the majority of patients retain normal or near-normal sensation long-term.
Most patients go down 1–3 cup sizes, though some achieve even greater reductions. Dr. Neavin focuses on creating breasts that are proportionate to your body frame rather than targeting a specific cup size. During your consultation, he’ll help you visualize realistic results based on your anatomy and goals.
Scarring depends on the incision pattern your reduction requires. Most patients have an anchor-shaped scar (around the areola, vertically down, and along the breast crease) which fades significantly over 12–18 months. Smaller reductions may only need a vertical or periareolar incision with less scarring. Dr. Neavin selects the pattern that gives the best shape for your anatomy while keeping scars hidden within a bra or bikini top.
Many women breastfeed successfully after breast reduction, though it depends on the technique and amount of tissue removed. Dr. Neavin preserves milk ducts and nipple connections whenever possible, especially for patients who may want to breastfeed in the future. If this is important to you, bring it up during your consultation so he can tailor the approach accordingly.
Most patients notice immediate relief from neck, back, and shoulder pain as soon as they wake up from surgery — even while still managing normal post-operative soreness. It’s the single most common thing patients say: the chronic weight and pressure they’d carried for years was gone the moment they woke up. By week two, when surgical soreness fades, the contrast is dramatic.
Schedule your private breast reduction consultation with Dr. Neavin.