Breast Lift (Mastopexy)
Perky and youthful breasts are just one of the benefits of being young. Yet, with pregnancy, nursing and weight loss, the breasts’ ageing process may be accelerated, causing premature or more excessive sagging.
A breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new breast contour. Over time, the areola can sometimes become enlarged, and breast lifts can help to reduce its size as well. Over all, a breast lift can rejuvenate your figure with a breast profile that is youthful and uplifted.
Due to the nature of the procedure, a consultation is required for personalised quotes
Proven Success
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Typical Uses
If you are dissatisfied with the shape and lilt of your breasts, you should consider a breast lift. A breast lift procedure can:
- Lift sagging breast that have lost their shape and volume
- Lift nipples and areolas that point downward
- create a more symmetrical silhouette
- address stretched skin and enlarged areolas
Your breast lift surgery can be achieved through a variety of
incision patterns and techniques. The appropriate
technique for you will be determined based on:
- Breast size and shape
- The size and position of your areolas
- The degree of breast sagging
- Skin quality and elasticity as well as the amount of
extra skin
What It Entails
During a breast lift, incisions are made to help lift and reshape the breast contour and give it firmness. At the hands of our expert plastic surgeon, sagging breasts are lifted up, whilst the nipple and areolas are repositioned to a more natural and youthful height. During the surgery, enlarged areolas can also be reduced in size and excess breast skin is suitably removed towards the end. Naturally, not all of these adjustments will be necessary during a breast lift, and the precise nature of the procedure will be tailored to each individual’s personal needs.
How It Works
1.During the consultation
If you are interested in getting a breast lift, you should start by booking a consultation with our plastic surgeon. During the consultation, you will be able to express what you are hoping to gain from this treatment and, after reviewing your medical history, our doctor will be able to determine whether you are eligible to undergo this type of procedure.
2.During the procedure
During the surgical procedure, a general anaesthetic is administered to ensure your comfort throughout. Once the anaesthesia has taken effect, our plastic surgeon will start by making the required incisions in an inconspicuous area to minimise visible scarring. Following the incisions, the underlying breast tissue is lifted and reshaped to improve the breast contour and firmness, the nipple and areola are repositioned to a natural and youthful height - if necessary, enlarged areolas are reduced by excising skin at the perimeter - and excess breast skin is removed to compensate for a loss of elasticity.
3.After the treatment
Post-treatment, the results of your breast lift surgery are immediately visible. Over time, post-surgical swelling will resolve and incision lines will fade. Satisfaction with your new image should continue to grow as you recover and realise the fulfilment of your goal for breasts which have been restored to a more youthful and uplifted position.
How It Works
If you are interested in getting a breast lift, you should start by booking a consultation with our plastic surgeon. During the consultation, you will be able to express what you are hoping to gain from this treatment and, after reviewing your medical history, our doctor will be able to determine whether you are eligible to undergo this type of procedure. If you are a viable candidate, our doctor will outline the best course of treatment to ensure that you achieve optimal results.
During the surgical procedure, a general anaesthetic is administered to ensure your comfort throughout. Once the anaesthesia has taken effect, our plastic surgeon will start by making the required incisions in an inconspicuous area to minimise visible scarring. Following the incisions, the underlying breast tissue is lifted and reshaped to improve the breast contour and firmness, the nipple and areola are repositioned to a natural and youthful height - if necessary, enlarged areolas are reduced by excising skin at the perimeter - and excess breast skin is removed to compensate for a loss of elasticity. Next, the remaining skin is tightened as the incisions are closed using layered sutures that create and support the newly shaped breasts. Finally, sutures, skin adhesive or surgical tape is used to close the skin. The entire procedure typically takes between one to three hours, depending on the extent of the surgery.
Post-treatment, the results of your breast lift surgery are immediately visible. Over time, post-surgical swelling will resolve and incision lines will fade. Satisfaction with your new image should continue to grow as you recover and realise the fulfilment of your goal for breasts which have been restored to a more youthful and uplifted position.
Frequently Asked Questions
A breast lift is a relatively low-risk procedure. Yet, as with any procedure, side effects may occur, and these will be discussed in detail during the initial consultation. Possible side effects and risks may include:
- bruising and swelling
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding or hematoma formation
- Breast asymmetry
- Breast contour and shape irregularities
- Changes in nipple or breast sensation, which may be temporary or permanent
- Deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications
- Fatty tissue found deep in the skin might die (fat necrosis)
- Fluid accumulation
- Infection
- Poor healing of incisions
- Possibility of revisional surgery
- Potential partial or total loss of nipple and areola
You may be a good candidate for breast lift surgery if:
- You are physically healthy and maintain a stable weight
- You are a non smoker
- You are bothered by the feeling that your breasts sag or have lost shape and volume
- Your breasts have a flatter, elongated shape or are pendulous
- When unsupported, your nipples fall below the breast crease
- Your nipples and areolas point downward
- You have stretched skin and enlarged areolas
- One breast is lower than the other
Follow-Up Procedures
After getting breast lift surgery, follow up sessions may be needed to monitor your recovery.
In some cases, when clients also wish to increase the fullness of their breasts, a breast lift is best combined with breast augmentation surgery for better results.
