Over the last twenty years, the popularity of breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, has surged by 108%. It far outpaces nearly every other cosmetic breast enhancement procedure available today.
The primary purpose of a breast lift is to make you look more youthful. But it’s not uncommon for our patients to report that they feel a little younger and energetic, too.
It’s not just the aesthetic changes to the breast that make this procedure popular. It’s the chance to rejuvenate your appearance and reclaim your youth!
A breast lift is often performed on its own, but this procedure can also be implemented in conjunction with other breast enhancement surgeries, such as breast augmentation and breast reduction.
The most common benefits of a breast lift include:
A younger-looking overall silhouette.
An improvement in the orientation of the breasts, making them appear lifted, supported, and contoured.
Perkier breasts that require less support.
Enhanced nipple projection (in other words, the nipple will also look more youthful as it will point forward, rather than downward).
Less or no irritation and inflammation beneath the breasts or in the fold of the breast.
A long-term boost to your confidence and self-esteem.
A breast lift is designed specifically for women who have noticed that their breasts have begun to droop, sag, or otherwise present unwelcome signs of aging. A breast lift will reorient the breasts, effectively changing your silhouette and making your breasts appear perkier. The best candidates for a breast lift will usually:
● Have noticeable drooping and sagging of the breasts that they want to correct.● Want to change the position of the nipple as well as the breasts.● Want to decrease the size of the areola, which may sometimes expand or stretch over time.● Be healthy enough for surgery.● Have discussed their breast enhancement options with their plastic surgeon.
A breast lift can get rid of too much skin, but it’s not designed to eliminate excess volume from the breasts. Generally speaking, the breasts will remain roughly the same cup size before and after your procedure. If you want to decrease both breast size and sag, a breast lift can be performed with breast reduction at the same time.
The procedure itself typically requires a couple of hours, after which you’ll stay for a while in our recovery room under the observation of your surgeon and dedicated nurse before being allowed to return home for the rest of your recuperation.
There are three common incision techniques used for breast lift:
The right incision for you will depend on how much excess skin must be removed and the extent of internal repositioning that needs to be performed in order to achieve a natural looking result.
Once the incision is made, tissues are removed and modified to lift and support the breast. In some cases, this may involve adding internal sutures for added structure. In other cases, the tissues are simply repositioned in order to provide added lift. The goal of this repositioning is to create a rounder shape that has more upper pole fullness.
The nipple and areola can also be repositioned to better accommodate the new orientation of the breast. If desired, enlarged areolas can be reduced in size by eliminating excess skin.
Every step of your breast lift procedure is designed to minimize blood loss throughout the process. This helps control pain levels, minimize the risk of infection, and reduce swelling once your procedure is complete.
A breast lift in Tennessee varies in price. These factors are considered when determining price:
● Surgeon's fees.
● Anesthesiologist's fees.
● Type of breast lift.
● Nursing team fees.
● Surgical facility fees.
● Pre- and post-op appointment fees.
● Post-op garments.
It can range from $6500 to over $10,000. You can receive a quote for surgery at the time of your consultation. The quote often includes a breakdown of the fees, so you can get a better understanding of what you'll be paying for.
The exact steps taken during a breast lift depend on the unique goals of the patient. However, it typically involves the creation of one or more incisions, through which tissue is removed to reshape the breast. The tissue removed can be fat, skin or glandular tissue. Sutures may be placed to provide extra support. The incisions are then closed and dressed.
Incisions may be made around the areola, vertically down from the areola to the breast fold, and horizontally within the breast fold.
Typically, tissue is removed during a breast lift. This can cause a decrease in breast size; however, the decrease is usually insignificant. If a more dramatic lift is desired, then more tissue may be removed. Usually, however, there isn't much change in cup size.
A bra worn throughout the day and night can help; however, sagging is an inevitable part of aging. Sagging can't be prevented, but you can help slow it down by wearing a supportive garment.
The results of a breast lift are long-lasting, but you should know they aren't permanent. Aging, weight fluctuations, pregnancy and the natural effects of gravity all work together to pull down the breasts. While the majority of patients are happy with the results of a single breast lift, you can help maintain your results by leading a healthy lifestyle, wearing a supportive bra and staying at a stable weight.
A breast lift can be performed at any age. If you're unhappy with your breast shape because of their lack of perkiness, and are:● Generally healthy.● Not pregnant or breastfeeding.● Have realistic expectations of the procedure.● Are at a stable and healthy weight.
...then you may be a candidate.
Breast development continues throughout a women's life, but a significant part of growth occurs up until the early 20s. For this reason, younger women may want to wait until after this time before considering a breast lift.
Saggy breasts can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
● Weight fluctuations.● Aging.● Pregnancy and breastfeeding.● Trauma.● Genetics.
Any cosmetic breast surgery, including a breast lift, comes with the risk of changes in nipple sensation. This can be in the form of increased or decreased sensitivity and numbness. Most of our patients, however, do not experience any changes in sensation.