A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is used as an enhancement procedure that helps reduce sagging and drooping on the chest by trimming away loose skin and adjusting the breasts’ shape and contour. This procedure can help achieve a more youthful and sculpted appearance.
Breast lift is especially beneficial among women who have experienced physical changes to the body following pregnancy, breastfeeding and weight loss. As one of the most popular breast enhancement procedures following only breast augmentation, breast lift surgery can offer many benefits.
If you are considering a mastopexy or similar breast enhancement procedure, the first step is to seek out a plastic surgery center with knowledgeable and experienced breast lift surgeons. San Francisco plastic surgeon, Dr. Miranda of the Pacific Plastic Surgery Group strives to deliver the best breast lift San Francisco has to offer. They offer consultations at their upscale facility to help accommodate and understand each patients’ needs.
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Gravity, and the changes it can have on the body, is an unavoidable part of life. For most patients with breasts, some type of sagging, drooping, or overall change will likely occur as you go through hormonal, physical, and biological fluctuations.
A breast lift can provide a perkier, more rounded breast shape. This procedure is ideal for patients who are happy with their breasts’ natural size and volume but simply want to see any sagging or drooping corrected.
A breast lift can also help to reposition the nipples, especially if they tend to point downward or have become misshapen. Ideal candidates include patients who are in good general health and a stable weight. If you are eligible for the procedure, you’ll have a chance to discuss aesthetic goals with your surgeon.
Breast lift is a delicate procedure that can be approached using various techniques. The best method for your surgery will depend on your unique beauty goals and body shape. During the initial consultation phase, you’ll be able to discuss what you’d like to achieve with your surgeon. They will explain the various surgical options and provide a recommendation for the best approach. To achieve the final results, your breast lift surgeon in San Francisco may use one of these techniques:
With a crescent lift, one incision is made along the top of the areola’s outer edge. As a result, any scarring is hidden within the natural folds and pigment of the areola. It’s recommended for mild sagging.
Also known as a “donut lift,” this breast lift technique creates incisions around the entire areola. This technique results in minimally visible scarring, and it can help to reposition the nipple and areola. The peri-areolar approach is best for patients with mild sagging.
For this technique, the surgeon will create two incisions. The first is around the areola with another vertical incision that runs from the areola straight down along the natural breast crease. The shape of the incisions resembles a lollipop, which prompted the nickname “lollipop lift.” A vertical lift is best performed on patients with moderate breasts who need more extensive recontouring. Dr. Miranda can achieve most lifts with a vertical short scar, avoiding the anchor.
For a more traditional lift, your surgeon may use a classic approach. The incisions are made in the shape of an anchor, with one around the areola (the donut lift), another down the inframammary fold (lollipop), and one curved horizontally along the natural skin crease. This technique allows your surgeon to manipulate the tissue better to achieve a more lifted result.
For patients who want to see an improvement in the contour of their breasts as well as the shape and volume, a breast lift may be paired with breast augmentation. This will allow patients to address common concerns like sagging and pendulous nipples while gaining fuller, larger, and rounder breasts through saline or silicone implants.
This procedure, known as a breast implant with lift, is a popular way for women who have lost fullness and tightness in the skin to regain a firmer, more youthful bust.
A breast lift can make a noticeable difference in how you feel about your body. Over time, things like aging, weight changes, pregnancy, and breastfeeding can all cause your breasts to lose their shape and start to sag. A breast lift reverses this, raising and reshaping the breasts. Many women feel a boost in confidence after the procedure, both from how their body looks and how their clothes fit and feel.
Beyond just aesthetic benefits, a breast lift can help relieve discomfort caused by sagging. Whether you're looking to feel more comfortable or simply want to regain a balanced, natural shape, this procedure can help you feel more like yourself again.
Benefits of a Breast Lift include:
Many women experience changes in the shape and position of their breasts due to aging, pregnancy, or weight changes. A breast lift can address these issues and help restore a more lifted, youthful appearance.
At the Pacific Plastic Surgery Group, we understand the importance of getting to know each San Francisco breast lift patient and their unique needs. This will help us plan the best approach to achieve your desired results.
You’ll be able to discuss what you’d like to achieve with a breast lift and whether combining it with another procedure, like breast augmentation, is ideal. Once you settle on the details, you’ll be able to start planning and getting ready for the surgery.
Patients will be advised to make some changes to their lifestyle, including quitting smoking before your appointment and ceasing any medications that might interfere with your recovery.
The results of your breast lift are immediately visible after the procedure. However, they will still be swollen and subject to drainage and surgical coverings for several weeks during the recovery.
You’ll be scheduled for different post-procedure follow-ups to check your healing progress, and within several months you’ll be able to start enjoying the results of your procedure.
Recovering from a breast lift typically takes about one to two weeks. During this time, you can expect some swelling, soreness, and mild discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed pain medication. You should be able to return to light activities within a week, but you should avoid strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, or sleeping on your stomach for at least four to six weeks. You'll also need to wear a supportive surgical bra to reduce swelling and help with healing. It's important to follow your surgeon's post-operative instructions closely to ensure the best results.
To care for your incisions and minimize scarring, keep the area clean and dry and avoid exposing the scars to direct sunlight. Your surgeon may recommend scar-reducing creams or treatments to help improve their appearance over time. While a breast lift can offer long-lasting results, maintaining a stable weight and wearing supportive bras can help preserve your new shape for years to come.
Different factors will affect the price of breast lift surgery, including the patient’s goals, the type of technique and anesthesia, facility costs, prescriptions, and, of course, the cost of a qualified and experienced surgeon.
At our facility in San Francisco, patients can undergo a breast lift with board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Edward Miranda. During your consultation, you’ll be able to discuss a quote with an outline of any procedure costs.
Yes, breast lifts are a very common procedure, especially for women seeking to restore a more youthful shape after aging, pregnancy, or weight changes.
During the procedure, you're under anesthesia, so you won't feel anything. Afterward, you may experience some soreness, tightness, and swelling, similar to muscle soreness, which subsides over time.
A breast lift is generally safe when performed by a qualified surgeon. However, as with any surgery, there are risks such as infection, scarring, and changes in nipple sensation.
While the results of a breast lift are long-lasting, they aren't permanent. Factors like aging, gravity, and weight changes can affect your results over time. Most women go for 10 years before considering a revision procedure to maintain results..
In most cases, breastfeeding is still possible after a breast lift, though it depends on the extent of the procedure and the individual's anatomy.
Yes, a breast lift can be combined with other procedures like breast augmentation, liposuction, or a tummy tuck for a more comprehensive transformation.
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