BREAST LIFT

A breast lift -also medically known as mastopexy- lifts the sagging breasts by removing extra skin from the breasts and tightening around the tissue to restore and reshape them. 

There are various factors that cause sagging of the breast. A woman's breasts lose their youthful shape and skin elasticity over time as a result of pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, and age-related issues. Other effects of dropping breasts include hormonal changes, genetic heredity, and gravity. Some women may suffer from the weight of the very large breast size which can cause pain on the back, neck, and shoulder. Large breasts can also cause physical discomfort and constraints.  You might want to have a breast surgery to reduce or eliminate these causes. 

Types of Breast Lift Surgery 

Breast lift surgery are performed by surgeons using different kinds of techniques in Orenda Health with provided high quality support. The appropriate technique will be determined by your doctor after the examination based on the degree of your breast sagging, size, and form, as well as the position of your areolas. You should first consult your plastic surgeon about the required instructions for the operation and share all your needs and concerns and decide on which type of option is best for you.

There are two standard techniques of breast lifting known as drop and vertical. Each has a different reason to be applied and a different scar placement. The technique can differ based on the patient’s needs and condition as well as depend on the extent of the treatment. The operation will be performed under general anesthesia to relieve pain and it takes 2-4 hours on average. The patient is usually discharged on the same day or the day after the surgery. 

Important Instructions Before Breast Lift Surgery 

• Examine your breasts and take detailed ultrasound and mammography results
• Share your surgeon previous surgeries and pre-existing health issues 
• Notice if you have a family history of breast cancer
• Avoid taking aspirin and certain anti-inflammatory medicine 2-3 weeks before the surgery 
• Advise to stop smoking and drinking alcohol before the surgery 

Breast Lift Recovery and Results 

After the surgery, you should wear an elastic bandage or surgical bra during your recovery process to reduce swelling fort o or three weeks. The bruising and swelling will go away after a few weeks. You should continue to wear support bra recommended by the doctor generally all day for more than one month. 

You should avoid heavy lifting, workout, and exercise for four weeks after your surgery. After four weeks following your recovery, you can return to your usual workout program and daily activities. Breast surgery scars will diminish over time depending on the degree of sagging and the method of the surgery. It takes 3-4 months for the breast to reach their final shape.