BREAST LIFT

For the woman whose breasts are too large or sagging, we perform a breast lift/reduction, which involves removing excess skin (and, if necessary, tissue) and repositioning the breast. Women who want larger, firmer, or more symmetrical breasts can get implants with or without a breast lift.

Who is a Candidate?
- If you have sagging breasts due to past pregnancies, genetics, or aging.
- If the sagging is too great to be treated with an implant alone.
- If your nipple-areola complex (pigmented areas around nipples) are enlarged.

Intended Result
- An elevated, more youthful breast contour.
- Nipple-areola complexes of the desired size and at the correct height

Procedure Description
- The procedure is done on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia.
- The design of the incisions can vary but usually include incisions around the nipple areola complex and in the crease under the breast.
- The nipple-areola complex is repositioned higher, the excess skin is removed, and the breast is reshaped in a pleasing contour and in a more normal position.
- The insertion of an implant as well, may or may not be advisable.

Recuperation and Healing
- The patient goes home in a bra with only light dressings over the incision lines.
- The bra is worn for 6 weeks.
- Sutures are usually completely removed within 2-3 weeks.
- Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication.
- Light activities may be started in 7-10 days.