A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts.
It can also eliminate some stretch marks and reduce the size of the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple). Breasts of any size can be lifted, but the results may not last as long in heavy breasts.
If you are planning to have children, it may be a good idea to postpone your breast lift. While there are no special risks that affect future pregnancies, pregnancy is likely to stretch your breasts again and offset the results of the procedure.
Following breast lift surgery you will have a permanent scar. There are many different techniques and the position of the resulting scars may vary. There is always a circular scar around the nipple. The appropriate technique depends on a variety of factors, including the shape and size of your breasts, the position of your nipple/areola, the degree of sagging and the quality of your skin.
Will a breast lift change the size of my breasts?
No, but a breast lift can be combined with breast implant or breast reduction surgery.
What are the risks?
Like all cosmetic procedures there are risks involved. There are general risks associated with surgery as well as risks specific to this procedure. Your surgeon will discuss these with you during your consultation. You should then reassess whether it is right for you. Scarring is the main problem. Initially these may be lumpy but they normally fade close to your natural skin colour over several months. These scars may be more noticeable (e.g. wider) if you smoke. Bleeding and infection are uncommon, but they can cause scars to widen. Other risks include unevenly positioned nipples (asymmetry) and, permanent loss of feeling in the nipples or breasts and reaction to anaesthesia. |
