Everyone wants to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin. All skin tissue loses its elasticity over time. As we age, collagen and elastin production slows, weakening your tissues and resulting in sagging. The breasts are most likely to experience sagging because of their weight and gravity. You may find that your drooping breasts developed following pregnancy or after recent weight loss. Breast sagging can leave you feeling aged and unattractive. Lifting and repositioning the breasts can enhance your breast appearance and revitalize your confidence.
Schedule My ConsultationAlso known as mastopexy, a breast lift is a surgical procedure that removes excess sagging breast skin to give the breasts a more elevated, perky, and youthful look. The remaining breast tissue is lifted and reshaped to improve its appearance. Additionally, the nipples and areolas may also be reduced and repositioned to suit the breasts' new position and shape.
If you’re considering breast lift surgery, you may be a good candidate for the procedure if you:
Schedule your consultation with Dr. Doezie at Mission Plastic Surgery to learn if breast lift surgery suits you.
Concentric mastopexy uses a periareolar incision around the outer border of the areola.
Lollipop mastopexy utilizes an incision along the border of the areola and vertically down the lower breast tissue.
A standard mastopexy uses an anchor incision that runs along the inframammary crease in addition to the areola and lower breast tissue.
Before your breast lift procedure, Dr. Doezie will review your surgical plan with you once again to ensure that you are both on the same page. Afterward, you will be given general anesthesia to make you comfortable during surgery. Dr. Doezie will then make incisions around the breasts in the agreed-upon locations. Once the incisions are made, Dr. Doezie will reposition the breast tissue, resize the areolas, and move the nipples up. The excess sagging breast skin will be trimmed, leaving you with lifted, perky breasts.
Everyone’s body will heal at their own rate, but most patients experience around a six-week recovery period following breast lift surgery. You can expect some swelling and redness around your breasts, and they may feel sore. The first few days after the procedure are when you’ll typically experience the most discomfort. You’ll also be expected to wear a compression bra, which will help to reduce swelling.
Dr. Doezie will give you specific instructions on how to care for your breasts during recovery and let you know when you’re cleared for certain physical activities. Make sure to follow these instructions to allow for a safe recovery.
There will be a noticeable difference in the position of your breasts immediately after your breast lift. However, your breasts will settle into their intended position over the next few months. The swelling will subside with time. Your breast lift results are designed to last for a long time as long as you maintain a steady weight.
At Mission Plastic Surgery, we understand how looking your best on the outside can do wonders for self-esteem and make you feel good on the inside. Dr. Doezie is a highly experienced board-certified surgeon who wants his patients to feel relaxed, comfortable, and ready to undergo their chosen procedure. He values honesty and taking the time to explain procedures in depth to patients during their consultations.
When you choose to get your breast lift done at Mission Plastic Surgery, you can rest assured that you will be given the highest level of care and will get natural-looking results that compliment your figure.
Breast lift surgery is performed with the patient under general anesthesia for comfort and safety.
Most patients can return to work within two weeks of their surgery, but you will need to limit your physical activities for three to four weeks. Bruising can last up to four weeks, and most swelling will subside within three months. Your final results will become visible in about three to four months.
The amount of visible scarring will depend on where your incisions are placed and how well your body heals. Patients typically develop the least noticeable scarring with a periareolar incision and the most with an anchor incision. However, the scars will likely fade over time.
The cost of breast lift surgery varies based on the geographical location of the surgery, the procedural techniques, and the surgeon who performs the operation. The highest price does not always indicate the best quality of service. It is important to choose a surgeon who is experienced and highly skilled in the procedure you wish to undergo in order to truly get the most out of your investment.
Breast lift surgery doesn’t restore significant volume to the breasts. If you are unhappy with both the size and placement of your breasts, you should consider combining your breast lift with a breast augmentation, which uses implants to restore fullness to the breasts.
Since breast lift surgery is a cosmetic procedure, many insurance providers will not cover it because it isn’t considered a medical necessity. Dr. Doezie also offers patient financing options through CareCredit®.
To learn more about breast lift surgery and your options in Ladera Ranch, CA, call us at (949) 481-9850 or fill out our online contact form today.
