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Breast reduction surgery cost

Prices from £8,698
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Breast Reduction Surgery Cost

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Breast Reduction Surgery

Breast reduction surgery is designed to reduce the size, weight, and overall volume of large breasts, helping to improve both comfort and appearance. In addition to relieving physical discomfort, the procedure can enhance breast proportions and create a more balanced, shapely silhouette.

The surgery involves removing excess breast tissue, fat, and skin to lighten the breasts and reduce their prominence. During the procedure, the nipples are carefully lifted and reshaped in harmony with the new breast contours, resulting in a firmer, perkier, and more aesthetically pleasing outcome.

At Kat & Co, we work alongside some of the UK’s most highly regarded plastic and oncoplastic breast surgeons. This ensures every patient is guided by exceptional expertise, with a strong focus on safety, natural-looking results, and personalised care throughout the entire journey.

How Much Does a Breast Reduction Procedure Cost at Kat & Co?

Breast reduction surgery is designed to remove excess breast tissue to reduce the size, weight, and prominence of large breasts, helping to improve comfort, balance, and overall appearance.

Costs can vary depending on several individual factors, including:

  • The consultant surgeon performing your breast reduction
  • The length of the procedure and any additional complexity involved
  • Whether other procedures are carried out alongside your breast reduction

Following a consultation, a personalised treatment plan and tailored quotation will be provided, ensuring full clarity and transparency based on your individual needs and goals.

Breast Reduction

From £8,698

Breast Implant Removal

From £4,498

What Is Included in the Breast Reduction Price?

At Kat & Co, breast reduction surgery pricing is designed to be transparent and comprehensive, covering every stage of your surgical journey — from consultation through to aftercare.

What’s Included

  • One or more in-depth consultations with an experienced GMC-registered specialist breast surgeon
  • Your breast reduction procedure performed at our award-winning, CQC-regulated day-case surgical facility
  • Same-day discharge, allowing you to recover comfortably at home
  • A full pre-operative medical assessment to ensure you are fit for surgery
  • 24/7 on-call nursing support following your procedure
  • A dedicated Patient Coordinator as your personal point of contact throughout your journey
  • Comprehensive post-operative aftercare delivered by our highly trained surgical nursing team
  • All routine follow-up appointments as part of your recovery plan

Breast Reduction Surgery Before and Afters at Kat & Co

Why Do Breast Reduction Costs Vary Between Clinics?

The cost of breast reduction surgery can vary significantly between clinics. These differences are rarely arbitrary and are most often influenced by the quality, safety, and level of care provided before, during, and after surgery.

Across the UK, breast reduction pricing reflects a range of important factors, including:

  • The reputation, experience, and clinical standards of the clinic
  • The expertise and specialism of the surgeon performing the procedure
  • The training, experience, and continuity of care provided by specialist nursing staff
  • The quality of pre-operative assessments and post-operative aftercare
  • The safety record and governance standards of both the clinic and the surgeon
  • The clinic’s location and facilities

At Kat & Co, patient safety, surgical excellence, and personalised care are at the heart of everything we do. We work exclusively with highly experienced, GMC-registered specialist breast surgeons and dedicated surgical nursing teams within our CQC-regulated, award-winning day-case facility.

In addition, all breast reduction patients benefit from expert guidance on post-operative scar management, ensuring optimal healing and the best possible long-term results.

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Breast Reduction Procedure

Procedure Time

2 - 2.5 hrs

Anaesthesia

Twilight Sedation

Nights in Hospital

Daycase (no overnight stay)

Pain and Discomfort

3 - 7 days

Common problems after breast reduction surgery

Bruising, swelling, temporary numbness

Risks - Uncommon

Infection, bad scarring, asymmetry, bleeding, nipple areola loss, fat necrosis, delayed wound healing

Follow-up Appointments

1 week, 2 weeks, 3 months (after surgery)

Time Off Work

1 - 2 weeks

Sports and Exercise

2 weeks post-op - walking, 4 weeks post-op - fast walking, 6 weeks post-op - everything

Result

12 weeks until final result. Scars continue to improve over 18 months

Breast Reduction Reviews

At Kat & Co we carry out breast reductions under Twilight Anaesthesia. Patients will be asleep and will not remember their procedure, but they will be able to breathe for themselves meaning that you will be able to go home the same day and recover in your own home or a nearby hotel.

Our consultants will typically recommend one to two weeks off work for breast reduction patients. However, this may change depending on the individual and the extent of the reduction you are having.

Post-operative instructions

Instructions on discharge
  • On the day of discharge the drains will be removed and the sports bra is worn over the dressings and to be worn day and night for the next 3 months.
  • All dressings to be kept dry until further instructed.
  • TED stockings to be worn for 2 weeks.
  • Discharge with standard painkillers.
Dressings Clinic
  • Usually about a week after the surgery the strapping around the breasts is removed and a lighter dressing put onto the scar. There may be a 2nd dressing check a week later if necessary.
Activities
  • No stretching arms for the first six weeks.
  • Normal daily activities like driving etc are allowed after the first week.
  • Lower body exercises for example treadmill, cycling, etc from the third week onwards.
  • Upper body exercises like swimming after the first six weeks.
General scar care for first 3 months
  • Micropore tape to the scars for at least three months until well healed.
  • The micropore tape must stay on for showers and baths and is simply patted dry. This should not be changed until it is very loose and almost falling off by itself.
  • Moisturise scar after first 3 months.
  • Moisturise the surrounding breast skin usually from the second week onwards.
Special Instructions
  • Normal bra and bikini can be worn for holidays and the odd special occasion for the first 3 months.
  • Avoid underwired bras for the first 3 months.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY PROBLEMS OR HAVE ANY QUERIES FOLLOWING YOUR SURGERY PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT THE CLINIC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

General

What is breast reduction surgery and why do people have it?

Can I get a breast reduction on the NHS in the UK?

How much does breast reduction cost in the UK?

What does the surgery involve and how long does it take?

What is the recovery time after a breast reduction?

Will I have scars, and how visible will they be?

How much tissue is removed — and is it considered weight-loss surgery?

Will I still be able to breastfeed after breast reduction?

How do I choose a surgeon or clinic for breast reduction in the UK?

Fees

How much does a breast reduction cost?

Will there be a charge for the consultation?

Risks and complications

What are the risks or complications of breast reduction surgery?

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