Breast Lift
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A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that elevates and reshapes sagging breasts. As you age, your breasts can lose their youthful shape from pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, gravity, and genetics. Weight changes can also stretch your skin, and pregnancy can cause the areola to become enlarged. At Azad Plastic Surgery thousands of patients have improved their figures with customizable procedures tailored to their specific needs. Dr. Kamran Azad is a board-certified plastic surgeon who has helped thousands of patients improve their bodies with his artistic approach. In just one appointment, we can help you achieve your dream body.
Contact our office or call (407) 848-3400 to learn more about how we can transform your breasts with a lift for a fuller, curvier appearance.
Contents
- 1 Before and After Photos
- 2 About Breast Lifts
- 3 Breast Lift Benefits
- 4 Breast Lift Candidates
- 5 Breast Lift Consultation
- 6 Preparation
- 7 Breast Lift Procedure
- 8 Breast Lift Recovery
- 9 Results
- 10 Breast Augmentation with Lift
- 11 The Cost of a Breast Lift in Orlando
- 12 FAQ
- 12.1 Does a breast lift increase breast size?
- 12.2 Can I have a breast lift if I still plan to become pregnant?
- 12.3 Is the breast lift procedure painful?
- 12.4 Will I have scarring after a breast lift?
- 12.5 How long will the results of a breast lift last?
- 12.6 Can I combine a breast lift with breast augmentation?
- 12.7 Can I breastfeed after a breast lift?
- 12.8 What is the right age to consider a breast lift?
- 13 References
Before and After Photos
About Breast Lifts
The breast lift is a surgery that focuses on reshaping the breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple and areola to a more youthful position. Many individuals seek breast lifts to restore their breast contour after significant life events such as childbirth or weight loss. Others may desire a breast lift simply for cosmetic reasons, wanting their breasts to look firmer and more aesthetically pleasing. Breast lifts have helped thousands of women transform their breasts for a perkier, firmer look. In 2023, surgeons performed more than 153,600 breast lift procedures (1) to help women improve their appearance.
Breast Lift Benefits
Undergoing a breast lift presents numerous advantages, including:
- Restored breast shape and position: Dr. Azad can lift and reshape the breasts to correct sagging skin.
- Improved nipple position: Repositioning the nipple helps you achieve a natural look and youthful appearance.
- Enhanced confidence: You can enjoy a smoother silhouette for improved self-esteem.
- Enhanced breast symmetry: Correcting differences in breast size or shape can lead to a more balanced look.
- Improved clothing options: With a curvier figure, you can enjoy feeling more comfortable wearing form-fitting tops and swimwear.
- Less skin irritation: If you have irritated skin from sagging breasts, we can help you feel more comfortable by removing excess tissue.
- Long-lasting results: If you take good care of your body, exercise regularly, and eat healthy meals, you can enjoy lasting results.
Breast Lift Candidates
Suitable candidates for a breast lift are usually struggling with:
- Significant breast sagging
- Downward-pointing areolas
- Loss of breast shape due to aging, genetics, or childbirth
- Asymmetrical breast appearance
If you are a non-smoker in good overall health, you are likely a good candidate for a breast lift. However, you must have realistic expectations about the results you can achieve with the procedure. We can discuss your goals during your consultation to determine the best treatment plan for your needs.
Breast Lift Consultation
During your consultation, Dr. Azad will ask about your aesthetic goals, medical history, and lifestyle. Please come prepared to ask any questions you have about the procedure. If you have photos of the look you would like to achieve, please bring them with you to discuss them. If you currently take any medications or have a condition that could affect your ability to undergo anesthesia, we can discuss the best surgical plan for your needs. Breast lift surgery does not significantly change the size of your breasts or round out the upper part of your breast. The solution to achieve larger breasts is breast augmentation. If you would like your breasts to look fuller, Dr. Azad can perform breast augmentation at the same time as your breast lift.
To learn more about our additional procedures, see our blog.
Preparation
Once you have scheduled your breast lift surgery, you will need to take the following steps to prepare:
- Stop taking blood thinning medications and supplements
- Refrain from smoking tobacco
- Arrange for someone you trust to drive you home
- Plan for 1-2 weeks off work
- Pick up prescriptions for your recovery
Breast Lift Procedure
During a breast lift, Dr. Azad will cleanse your skin and our anesthesiologist will place you under anesthesia. Dr. Azad will make a thin, discrete incision along the natural curve of your breasts to reposition your skin and remove excess tissue:
- Crescent: The least invasive is the crescent lift which involves a crescent of skin removed at the top of the nipple to improve its positioning.
- Donut/Periareolar: Dr. Azad can make a slightly larger incision along the curve of the areola to lift more breast tissue. This is a more comprehensive version of the crescent lift.
- Lollipop: Dr. Azad can make a lollipop-shaped incision that surrounds the nipple and extends from the bottom edge of the areola to the inframammary crease.
- Anchor: An anchor lift is similar to the lollipop lift, however, the incision continues along the inframammary crease, creating an anchor shape. (2) Although the anchor lift is more invasive, it allows for more contouring of the breast.
For women with low-hanging breasts, the lollipop lift (vertical scar lift) or anchor lift, is the most effective.
Breast Lift Recovery
Your recovery period will depend on the amount of excess skin you would like to remove. Dr. Azad will provide specific recovery instructions to help your body heal. You will need to wear a support bra for several weeks, keep your skin clean, and apply ointment to your breasts as directed. Patients can usually return to work and light activities after about a week. During the first week, it is important to avoid bending over with your head below your knees or any activities that put unnecessary pressure on the chest. Most patients can resume their normal routine a few weeks after their breast lift, and Dr. Azad will provide specific instructions about when to return to your exercise routine.
Results
After a breast lift, you can enjoy lifted breasts with an improved shape. Many patients also enjoy improved breast symmetry and more balanced body proportions after the procedure. Each procedure is different and based on your unique body goals.
Breast Augmentation with Lift
An augmentation mastopexy (breast augmentation and breast lift combined) can be performed in one procedure. Breast augmentation increases the size of your breasts for a curvier, fuller look. More than 300,000 patients underwent breast augmentation in 2022 to achieve fuller, natural-looking breasts. (3) Dr. Azad can place a gummy bear implant based on your body proportions and the look you would like to achieve.
See the New 2024 Breast Augmentation Guide from Dr. Azad!
The Cost of a Breast Lift in Orlando
The cost of a breast lift will depend on your individual treatment plan. We offer financing to help make your treatment more accessible and will provide an all-inclusive quote to help you meet your body goals. Contact our office or call (407) 848-3400 to learn more about how we can improve the appearance of your breasts.
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FAQ
Does a breast lift increase breast size?
No, a breast lift does not inherently increase breast size. However, it can create the appearance of perkiness and projection.
Can I have a breast lift if I still plan to become pregnant?
We recommend that you wait to have a breast lift until after you are finished having children. Pregnancy can change the shape and contour of your breasts, causing your skin to be stretched.
Is the breast lift procedure painful?
Most patients experience temporary discomfort after the procedure which you can easily manage with a cold compress and over-the-counter medication.
Will I have scarring after a breast lift?
We take care to make discrete incisions that are hardly noticeable after a breast lift. During your consultation, we can recommend the best type of incision based on the skin sagging severity.
How long will the results of a breast lift last?
If you take proper care of your body, you can enjoy long-lasting results for several years. However, weight changes, aging, or skin quality may impact the appearance of your breasts.
Can I combine a breast lift with breast augmentation?
Yes, if you are a candidate, you can combine a breast lift with augmentation to increase the size of your breasts for a fuller, curvier look.
Can I breastfeed after a breast lift?
While many patients can still breastfeed after surgery, there is a possibility that breastfeeding might be affected, particularly if the milk ducts are compromised during the lift process.
What is the right age to consider a breast lift?
There is no specific age limit for a breast lift. Whether or not you need a breast lift will depend on your body goals.
References
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2023/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2023.pdf
- Qureshi, A. A., Myckatyn, T. M., & Tenenbaum, M. M. (2018). Mastopexy and Mastopexy-Augmentation. Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 38(4), 374–384. https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjx181
- Maher JL, Bennett DC, Bennett LL, Grothaus P, Mahabir RC. Breast augmentation: A geographical comparison. The Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery. 2010;18(4):e44-e46. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3006117/