A Breast Lift is a surgery that reduces sagging of the breasts. An incision is made and the excess skin of the breast is removed. The nipple is repositioned upwards. This surgery is done under general anesthesia, and you will sleep through the surgery.

A Breast Lift will improve the shape of the breast and can correct asymmetrical breasts. You should have perkier, more shapely breasts.

Women whose breasts are sagging due to age, pregnancy or weight loss make excellent candidates.

If there aren’t any complications, only one surgery should be necessary.

A Breast Lift is a safe procedure, although it does have the risk of complications, such as infection, excessive scarring, loss of sensation, nerve damage, asymmetry, blood clots, wound separation, change of the shape or position of the nipple and inability to breast feed. Additional surgery may be necessary.

Bruising, swelling and scarring are generally temporary. The risk of side effects can be reduced by following your doctor’s instructions and gently easing yourself back into your normal routine.

Yes, there will be some downtime. You will need to arrange for transportation to take you home and rest for several days.

You should expect some pain, bruising and fatigue. Incision scars will be red at first and will fade with time.

Results appear as swelling diminishes.

The procedure typically takes a couple of hours.

Women with active infections are not candidates. Women who plan to have more children should consider postponing surgery, as pregnancy can change your breasts.

You will be asleep for the procedure. Afterwards, some swelling, tenderness and pain are normal and can be controlled with pain medication.

Results should be long-lasting, although future sagging can be affected by other factors such as age, pregnancy and weight gain. In order to achieve the desired results, it is recommended that you do not have a breast lift at the beginning of pregnancy or a weight loss regimen. Breast Lifts do not last as long in women with larger breasts.

Additional treatment should not be necessary but can be performed in the case of dissatisfaction or complications.

All surgeries leave scars and require recovery time. Breast Lifts do not reduce or increase the mass of the breast. If this is your goal, you should seek a Breast Reduction or Augmentation.

The patient’s individual surgeon will provide specific instructions prior to surgery. There will be guidelines on eating, drinking, smoking and medications to take and avoid. Patients should make arrangements for someone to drive them home after the surgery.

You will need to rest, although after surgery you should get out of bed for short periods of time. Sleep with your head and back elevated. If you show any signs of infection, such as fever or bleeding, see your doctor. Your breasts will be wrapped in bandages for a few days, during which time you may not shower. You will also have to wear a soft support bra twenty-four hours a day for up to a month. You should avoid lifting, bending or straining. After a week, swelling and bruising fades. Some patients are able to return to work at this point. After a week or two, any stitches will be removed, but you should avoid vigorous exercise for at least a month.