Breast Lift

General Information: The breast lift or mastopexy is a procedure to reshape the breast and create or restore a more youthful "perkier" appearance. In some cases it can be combined with an augmentation to increase the size of the breasts while reshaping them. In some patients it can be done through an incision next to the nipple-areolus only. In others it may require a combination of incisions depending on the degree of drooping or ptosis of the breast. I perform 5 different types of lifts: Crescent, Binelli, Vertical, Inverted T, and the Spar. The operation and /or set of incisions that will give you the best overall appearance will be determined at the time of your consultation. My Goal is to give my patients the prettiest breast with the least amount of scarring. As with any surgical procedure there are potential risks and these too will be discussed at your consultation.

Length of Surgery: 1 to 4 Hours

Location: Accredited Surgery Center or Hospital

Anesthesia: General

Recovery Time: The patient can usually return to work in 1 week depending on the individual. Exercise and strenuous activity may be done at one month after surgery.

Post Operative Results: Each patient heals differently; however, following the surgery some patients may experience fatigue, temporary pain, swelling, soreness loss of sensation in the nipples, throbbing, tingling, dry skin and possible bruising. The incisions will flatten and fade in time depending on the individual. It has been our experience that patients are very happy with their post op results and their new look.

Helpful Hints: Be in good mental and physical health. Help improve healing by taking pre and postoperative vitamins. Improve the appearance of small scars with topical gel.