BREAST LIFT

BREAST LIFT- (Mastopexy)
A woman wanting to have her breast lifted to a more youthful position is not an uncommon request. There is sometimes a misconception that repositioning the loose breast tissue will not only result in a higher positioned breast, but will also make it feel firmer. Unfortunately, breast lift operations do not improve the firmness of the breasts. There is no way to improve the firmness of the breast (in the US) other than using a breast implant (breast augmentation). Patients that understand this are very pleased with the breast lift operation. Breast lift operations allow some women who were self-conscious about their breast shape, to feel better about themselves afterwards.

BREAST LIFT  -(With Augmentation)
Some women requesting a more youthful breast position or breast lift procedure are also in favor of making their breasts larger and fuller (breast augmentation). Combining the breast augmentation and breast lift operations can result in breasts that are in better position on the chest wall, and which feel firmer. The breast lift and breast augmentation procedures result in better positioning of the breast. This is achieved by raising the nipple-areolar tissue and the breast gland are raised to a more aesthetically pleasing position and the shape of the breast is improved by the placement of the breast implants.

Occasionally, a woman will only require a one sided breast lift. This occurs when the other breast is in a reasonable position on the chest and does not require a breast lift. After the one side has been lifted, both sides are usually augmented. The end result is both sides have been matched for breast size, nipple position, and breast shape.

For more details regarding this procedure, please contact our office to schedule a free consultation with our patient care coordinator. (813) 876-3611.