Many women experience sagging breasts due to factors such as weight fluctuations, aging, and breastfeeding. This change can lead to feelings of insecurity or dissatisfaction with their appearance. At American Medical Center, breast lift surgery (mastopexy) is offered to elevate and reshape the breasts, restoring a more youthful and attractive contour.
This procedure removes excess skin and tightens the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new breast position, enhancing overall shape, projection, and elevation.
Am I a Candidate for a Breast Lift?
You may be a good candidate for a breast lift if you:
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Are in good general health
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Have realistic expectations
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Are willing to stop smoking before and after the procedure
Most women who choose this surgery typically have:
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Loss of breast shape and volume
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Flat or elongated breasts
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Stretched breast skin
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Uneven or asymmetrical breasts
While a breast lift does not significantly increase or decrease breast size, it is often performed alongside breast augmentation or reduction for more comprehensive results.
How Is a Breast Lift Performed?
At American Medical Center, breast lift surgery is performed under general anesthesia or intravenous sedation to ensure comfort and safety.
The surgeon will make incisions depending on the degree of sagging, then lift and reshape the underlying breast tissue. The nipple and areola are repositioned to a higher, more natural location, and excess skin is removed before closing the incisions.
Types of Breast Lift Incisions
The technique used for your procedure will depend on how much correction is needed:
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Donut Lift: Involves two circular incisions around the areola. Ideal for mild sagging.
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Lollipop Lift: Involves a circular incision around the areola and a vertical incision down to the breast crease. Suitable for moderate sagging.
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Anchor Lift: Involves a circular incision around the areola, a vertical incision down the lower breast, and a horizontal incision along the breast fold. Best for significant sagging.
Recovery After a Breast Lift
After surgery, bruising, swelling, and mild to moderate discomfort are expected. Prescription medications will be provided, though some patients manage well with over-the-counter options.
Your breasts will take some time to settle into their final shape. It’s normal for one to heal faster or appear different initially. Your surgeon will monitor progress during follow-up appointments.
Most patients return to light activity and work within one week and resume more vigorous activity after four to six weeks.
Expected Results
Results from your breast lift are visible immediately, with continued improvement as swelling decreases. Full results are typically seen in a few weeks. Scars will fade gradually over the following months.
Breast lift results are long-lasting, especially with a stable weight. However, future changes from pregnancy, breastfeeding, aging, or gravity can impact the long-term outcome.