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Breast Lift
Mastopexy (Breast Lift) is a surgical procedure that raises and reshapes sagging breasts. Breasts of any size can be lifted, although the best results are achieved for women with smaller, sagging breasts. Preferable results are achieved in women with an A, or B cup for a breast lift.
Many women will have a Mastopexy preformed to reshape their breasts. This procedure will reshape their breasts, correct stretched skin and reduced volume, as a result of pregnancy and nursing.
Women who have had Breast Implants in addition to the Breast Lift have reported longer lasting results. This option is ideal for women who want to replace lost breast mass as well as lift sagging breasts.
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Mastopexy (Breast Lift)
Quick Facts
- Procedure: Raise and reshape sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning remaining tissue and nipples.
- Length: 1 to 3 hours. [Depending on the Surgeon]
- Anesthesia: Local with sedation, or general.
- In/Outpatient: Usually outpatient. Sometimes inpatient.
- Side Effects: Temporary bruising, swelling, discomfort, numbness, dry breast skin. Permanent scars.
- Risks: Thick, wide scars; skin loss; infection. Unevenly positioned nipples. Permanent loss of feeling in nipples or breast.
- Recovery: Back to work: 1 week or more. Strenuous activities: 1 month. Fading of scars: several months to a year.
- Duration of Results: Variable; gravity, pregnancy, aging, and weight changes may cause new sagging. Results may last longer or be enhanced when breast implants are inserted as part of the procedure.
*From The American Society of Plastic Surgeons www.plasticsurgery.org