Know the Facts About What a Breast Lift Is

A breast lift, also known as a as mastopexy, is a complicated surgical procedure designed to lift and change the shape and size of the breast; it is somewhat of a reconstructive surgery. Most women with sagging breasts or lack of volume will be good candidates for this surgery. It is important to choose the right plastic surgeon for this procedure because it is very different from other breast augmentation surgeries.

To begin the procedure, the surgeon will make an incision along the natural contours of the breast. There are many different types of incisions and locations the surgeon can make and many surgeons will base their incisions on what type of lift or reconstruction the patient would like. The incision is a general outline of where the skin will be removed. The surgeon will then proceed to remove the excess skin to lift the breast to a high position. Many times, a breast lift will also include liposuction, which will remove the excess fat and breast tissue that may cause the breasts to sag. Additionally, the surgeon will reposition the nipples to a higher position to provide a natural-looking breast lift. Then skin surrounding the areola is removed, which gives the breasts a better shape.

Like all surgical procedures, there will be some side effects and recovery after a breast lift. Most patients will experience some bruising and swelling afterwards, but this will naturally heal over time. After breast lift surgery, it is important to recovery to take many fluids and to rest comfortably; this will be a big factor in having the wounds heal properly. Additionally, a breast lift surgery will require the use of anesthesia and there is some risk associated with the use of anesthesia. This is why it is so important to consult with your plastic surgery several times before surgery. This way, both the surgeon and the anesthesiologist can be aware of any possible complications beforehand. However, if you choose a more experienced surgeon there is more of a chance of avoiding these complications including less scarring and a quicker recovery time. The scars from surgery should heal over time but this can also depend on a number of factors including location of the incisions and the overall general health of the patient. Most patients will be able to return to normal activities in about three weeks. Sometimes, it is possible to return to work after the first week but, only if the patient’s job does not require any strenuous activity or heavy lifting.

If you are considering breast lift surgery, you must first learn the basics of surgery and then decide if it is still right for you. Consulting with a qualified plastic surgeon that can answer any tough questions and address you concerns is the first big step toward actually going through with the surgery. The more you know about the surgery beforehand, the more comfortable you will be after surgery.