What is Breast Lift Surgery
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts, remove stretched or excess skin, reduce enlarged areolas, and reposition the nipples to a more natural position. Women with smaller breasts may still be excellent candidates for a breast lift. If there is enough existing breast tissue, a lift alone may provide a beautiful, rejuvenated result without implants. For patients who desire additional size, fullness, or upper-breast volume, an appropriately sized implant may be recommended.
Breast Lift With or Without Implants
Every breast is different. Dr. Adams will develop a surgical plan based on your anatomy, existing breast tissue, skin quality, and aesthetic goals.
A breast lift with implants can often be performed in one surgery. In some cases, a two-stage approach may provide a safer or more predictable result. During your consultation, Dr. Adams will evaluate your breasts and measurements to determine which approach is best suited to your goals and anatomy.
Dr. Adams will also provide a 3D simulation of a lift alone and a lift with implants, helping you visualize the potential differences between the two options.
Recovery May Be Easier Than You Expect
Many patients are pleasantly surprised by how manageable recovery can be. Dr. Adams’ surgical technique minimizes trauma and EXPAREL®, a long-acting local anesthetic, during surgery to help reduce incisional discomfort. Many patients are able to manage postoperative discomfort with Tylenol® alone, although additional medication is prescribed.
Patients can often drive within a day or two, provided they are not taking medication that causes drowsiness, and may gradually resume cardiovascular exercise after a few weeks. Strenuous activity and heavy lifting will require additional healing time.
Scar Care
Scar care is an important part of the healing process. Once the incisions have healed, patients begin a scar therapy regimen. Our team follows your healing throughout the recovery period and provides guidance as your scars mature.
With normal healing, breast lift scars typically fade into fine, faint lines over time. The vertical portion of the scar often heals particularly well and can become quite subtle as it matures. Individual scar healing varies based on factors such as genetics, skin quality, and the body’s natural healing process.
A Personalized Approach
The ideal breast lift is different for every patient. Dr. Adams considers your breast size and tissue, skin quality and laxity, nipple position, breast asymmetry, body proportions, previous pregnancy or breastfeeding, weight changes, and any previous breast surgery when developing your treatment plan.
Whether you are considering a lift alone, a lift with implants, or a staged approach, Dr. Adams will discuss the options that best fit your anatomy and goals while prioritizing your safety and long-term results.
Marissa’s Story – Breast Augmentation with Breast Lift Surgery
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Is Breast Lift Surgery Right For You?
If your breasts differ in size or structure, a breast lift might be beneficial. Since a mastopexy not only lifts the breasts, but also reshapes and restores, this technique can be used to help with oddly shaped or uneven breasts.
If your nipples point towards the floor or appear to significantly fall below the crease of your breasts, then you may be a good candidate for a lift. The nipples are effective indicators of sagging and stretch and can be used to quickly gauge what might be best for you.
Breast Lift Examples
There are a number of surgical options for this type of procedure and several different types of breast lift approaches that Dr. Adams performs at his office. Whether you’re looking for a traditional breast lift, a mini breast lift, a breast lift with nipple repositioning, a breast lift with implants, or a breast lift with additional P4HB surgical scaffold, Dr. Adams Plastic Surgery is here to help answer any questions you may have, as well as provide detailed information regarding your optimal surgical options.
What does it accomplish?
Over the years, factors such as pregnancy, nursing, and the force of gravity take their toll on a woman’s breasts. As skin loses its elasticity, the breasts often lose their shape and firmness and begin to sag. This procedure can help reshape your breasts for a more youthful and comfortable appearance.
Pre-operative/ Post-operative example of Breast Lift with Implants:
Dr. Adams will discuss the numerous factors that determine what procedure or combination of procedures will give you the best outcome.
This patient had low nipples and considerable skin & tissue stretch. She was treated with a silicone breast implant (304 cc) and a nipple repositioning.
Mastopexy with nipple repositioning allows for the nipples to be placed in a more natural location once the breasts have been lifted.
A breast lift with P4HB Supportive Scaffold is a variation of a normal breast lift, but it adds in an extra level of support for the newly formed breasts. While breast lift procedures can help with sagging and the structure of your breasts, it will not necessarily prevent the same thing from happening down the road. This is because, even after a breast lift, you still have the same core anatomy; skin quality, proneness to stretching, etc.
By utilizing an innovative, surgical mesh material called GalaFLEX, you can significantly increase the longevity of your breast lift results and potentially prevent a relapse of sagging. Placed below the soft tissue of the breast, surgical scaffold aids in support and growth of the patient’s own tissue. Over 12-18 months the scaffold is safely absorbed into the body, leaving the natural support tissue in its place, almost like an internal bra cup.
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