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A breast lift, medically known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that raises and reshapes sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue. This restores a more youthful, perky breast profile without necessarily changing breast size. During the procedure, your surgeon makes incisions around your areola and potentially down to the breast crease, depending on the degree of sagging. Through these incisions, they remove excess skin, lift and reshape breast tissue, and reposition your nipple and areola to a higher, more youthful position. The remaining skin is tightened to support your newly shaped breasts. Breast lifts address concerns that naturally occur with aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, and gravity. When your breasts have lost their youthful shape and your nipples point downward, a breast lift restores firmness and elevation. The procedure doesn't significantly change breast size, though slight reduction may occur from removing excess tissue.
Not everyone is an ideal candidate for breast lift surgery. Understanding whether you're a good fit helps ensure your safety and satisfaction with the results.
Your breasts have lost their youthful shape and firmness, with nipples pointing downward or falling below the breast crease.
You should be in good physical condition without underlying medical issues that could complicate surgery.
Being within 10-15 lbs of your goal weight is important. Significant weight changes can affect your results.
Understanding what breast lift can and cannot achieve is crucial for satisfaction.
Smoking impairs healing and increases complication risks, especially affecting nipple blood supply.
Future pregnancies can compromise your results by re-stretching breast tissue.
Your breasts must be fully developed, typically after age 18.
Wait until after pregnancy and breastfeeding, as these can affect breast shape.
You must understand that breast lift creates permanent scars, though surgeons minimize their visibility.
Pregnancy after breast lift can reverse results by re-stretching breast tissue and skin.
Patients with high BMI may need to lose weight first for safety and optimal results.
Uncontrolled diabetes, bleeding disorders, or conditions affecting healing increase surgical risks.
If you're unwilling to quit smoking for at least 4 weeks before and after surgery, breast lift isn't safe for you.
If you expect dramatic size increase without implants or perfect symmetry, you may be disappointed.
You must be at least 18 years old with fully developed breasts. Most patients are in their 30s through 60s, though women of any age can be candidates if they meet other criteria.
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Start my matchBreast lift elevates sagging breasts, repositioning your nipples and areolas to a higher, more forward-facing position. Your breasts regain the perkiness and firmness of youth.
By removing excess skin and reshaping breast tissue, mastopexy creates rounder, more aesthetically pleasing breast contours. Your breasts appear fuller in the upper pole with better projection.
Lifted breasts create better overall body balance and proportion. Your silhouette appears more youthful and your clothes fit better, especially bras, swimwear, and form-fitting tops.
Many patients report feeling more comfortable and confident in their appearance. You can wear lower-cut tops, fitted clothing, and swimwear without feeling self-conscious about sagging breasts.
While your breasts continue to age naturally, the improvement from breast lift is long-lasting. With stable weight maintenance and proper support, most patients enjoy their results for 10-15 years.
Lifted breasts make finding well-fitting bras easier. You'll fill out bra cups more evenly and can often wear more comfortable and attractive bra styles.
If you want both lift and increased size, breast lift can be combined with implants in one surgery for comprehensive breast enhancement.
If your breasts are uneven, your surgeon can address asymmetry during breast lift, creating more balanced breast appearance.
Most women maintain normal nipple and breast sensation after mastopexy, though temporary numbness is common during healing.
The most challenging period. You'll wear a surgical bra and possibly have drains. Expect swelling, bruising, and tightness across your chest. Pain is manageable with prescribed medication. You must avoid raising your arms overhead and sleep elevated. Most patients take 1-2 weeks off work.
Swelling decreases and you'll feel more mobile. Drains are typically removed by day 5-7. Continue wearing your surgical bra as directed. You can perform light daily activities but must avoid lifting over 10 pounds. Your breasts will feel tight and sensitive.
Many patients return to work (for desk jobs) and light activities. You can gradually increase arm movement but should avoid strenuous upper body exercises. Transition to a supportive sports bra. Swelling continues to improve and your breast shape becomes more defined.
Most restrictions are lifted. You can resume exercise, starting with lower body workouts and light cardio. Your surgeon will clear you for upper body exercises and chest workouts. Incision scars remain pink or red but begin to soften.
Significant swelling has resolved. Your breasts have settled into their new position and appear lifted and youthful. You can resume all normal activities, including full exercise routines. Scars continue to fade.
Final results are visible. All swelling has resolved and your scars have faded significantly to thin, pale lines. Your breasts have achieved their final shape and position. The lifted appearance you see now is your long-term result.
Your surgeon must be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). Board certification means your surgeon completed rigorous training, passed comprehensive exams, and maintains high ethical standards.
Check the ABPS website directly or use the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) 'Find a Surgeon' tool.
Some physicians claim to be 'board certified' but are certified in unrelated specialties that don't require plastic surgery residency training.
Board certification is your baseline, but breast lift specialization takes your safety and results to the next level.
A surgeon performing 50+ mastopexy procedures annually has the experience necessary for optimal results, proper nipple positioning, and minimal scarring.
Has your surgeon completed advanced training in aesthetic breast surgery? Do they stay current with the latest breast lift techniques and scar minimization methods?
A quality surgeon is transparent about their outcomes. Experienced breast lift surgeons have significantly lower complication rates, especially regarding nipple sensation and blood supply.
Look for patients with similar breast types and degrees of sagging to yours. Pay attention to nipple position, breast shape, symmetry, and scar quality. Quality surgeons have extensive galleries showing diverse results.
Real patient experiences provide insight into the surgeon's bedside manner, staff professionalism, post-operative care, and how they handle the recovery process.
Finding the right breast lift surgeon shouldn't feel overwhelming. AestheticMatch simplifies the entire process.
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