Breast Lift

A breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, is a procedure for women who have lost the shape of their breasts due to breast feeding, weight loss, age and gravity. Breast lift surgery raises and firms the breast by removing excess skin and tightening the breast tissue to reshape and support the new contour. Patients often combine breast lift surgery with breast augmentation in order to lift and enhance the size of their breasts.

Breasts that have lost their shape can negatively affect a woman’s self-confidence and self-image.

Reasons for Considering a Breast Lift:

• Lift breasts that have fallen due to age.
• Create symmetrical areolas and nipples.
• Reshape and contour breasts after weight loss or breast feeding.

General Procedure

Breast lift surgery is performed in our AAAA accredited surgical center under IV sedation. The entire procedure usually takes about two hours. Incisions are made based on the individual breast size and shape. These incisions help to remove excess skin and tissue therefore lifting the breast. Normally the areola and nipple are placed higher than before, and the lower breast tissue and skin and brought together to tighten the lower pole of the breast. The incision lines are permanent but in most cases fade and improve significantly with time.

Some women do not need an extensive mastopexy. These women can go through a smaller procedure known as the concentric or Bennelli mastopexy. In this procedure, a small area of skin is removed from around the areola. More recent techniques have been changing for minimal incisions and nipple sensation reducing surgeries.

Recovery Process

After having surgery, the patient needs to stay home and get a lot of rest. Early activity is encouraged, and may shower two days after the procedure. A simple but secure surgical bra is placed after the surgery which can be changed to a bra of your choosing about one week later. After just a few days of prescription pain medication, over the counter pain relievers can subdue any aches and pains the patient may still be experiencing. After the procedure, patients should follow the directions of the doctor to avoid any post-operation problems.

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