BREAST LIFT: Mastopexy

With time and multiple pregnancy, the breasts may sag and lose their shape. Gravitational forces stretch the skin and redistribute the breast mass at the lower pole of the breast. Mastopexy (breast lift) is a surgical procedure designed to trim away the extra skin, reshape the breast into a more youthful projection, and elevate the nipple/areolar complex to a higher level on the chest wall. Often times, if the breasts are small and have lost volume after pregnancy, a saline implant is inserted simultaneously with the breast lift to improve the size and shape.

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PROCEDURE AND RECOVERY:
The procedure is performed under "twilight" sedation (you are totally unconscious) administered by a Board certified anesthesiologist at our state of the art AAAASF outpatient facility - The Aesthetic Surgery Center. (Occasionally it is done in the hospital). Stitches are in a circular pattern surrounding the areola (dark skin around the nipple) and may extend in an "anchor " pattern over the lower pole of the breast and in the crease below the breast. In less saggy breasts, a "doughnut" mastopexy is performed, trimming skin in a circular pattern around the areola and thus avoiding the more visible vertical scar.

A pre-fit elastic bra is worn for two to three weeks post surgery to provide support and reduce swelling and bruising. It is replaced by a softer bra of choice for an additional comfort. Most patients return to work in five to seven days. More strenuous activity may be resumed at three to four weeks (depending on the extent of the surgery).

Patient satisfaction is very high following this procedure, particularly if the vertical anchor scar is avoided. While the breasts will continue to sag with gravity, weight gain or loss, or further pregnancy, the improvement in shape and appearance is well worth it!

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PRE AND POSTOPERATIVE PHOTOS SELECTED FROM PATIENTS WHO HAVE GIVEN US PERMISSION FOR USAGE OR WHO ARE OTHERWISE UNIDENTIFIABLE. These photos do not warranty surgical outcome or results. A more complete photo gallery is available at consultation with Dr. Rose.