Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Restore a youthful contour
Duration
2–3 hours
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
Recovery
1–2 weeks
Hospital Stay
Same-day or 1 night
A breast lift (mastopexy) corrects sagging caused by pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss or aging. Excess skin is removed, the breast tissue is reshaped, and the nipple is repositioned to a more youthful height.
When volume loss accompanies the sagging, the lift can be combined with implants to restore both shape and fullness.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
- Sagging after pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Sagging from weight loss or aging
- Nipple sitting below the breast crease
- Happy with current volume (or combining with implants)
The Process
- 1
Consultation
Grading the degree of ptosis and deciding on simultaneous implants
- 2
Design
Precise pre-operative marking of the incision pattern
- 3
Surgery
Removing excess skin and reshaping the tissue
- 4
Recovery
Surgical bra and avoiding heavy activity for 4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
A lift alone doesn't significantly change volume; implants can be added for more fullness.