Some women inherently have less natural shape and firmness in their breasts than others, and many women lose breast elasticity and contour as time, childbirth and nursing take their toll. Many choose to have a breast-lift procedure, also known as a mastopexy, to lift and reshape sagging breasts. Some women also have implants put in during the same surgery to add more definition to their breasts.
Mastopexy
If you're unhappy with your breasts' volume, position and contour, you could be an ideal candidate for this type of surgery. The best candidates for a breast lift are emotionally stable and healthy women who are also realistic about what they expect from the surgery. The best results from a mastopexy are seen in women with small, sagging breasts although breasts of any size can be lifted.
Surgery of any kind will have some level of uncertainty and risk. Fortunately, breast lifts are usually safe when performed by a qualified plastic surgeon. However, with a mastopexy there is a possibility of patients being left with unevenly positioned nipples or a loss of sensation in the nipples and/or breasts. Additionally, a mastopexy will leave scars that are not noticeable, as they are covered by a woman’s bathing suit or bra.
It is important to discuss your expectations openly and honestly when you visit a plastic surgeon. Your doctor will examine your breasts and discuss the procedure with you. This guidance will help you become more comfortable with the process and should address any questions you may have. Your doctor should be able to answer any questions you may have about the breast lift operation.
There are several locations where your mastopexy may be conducted. You could be in a hospital, an outpatient surgery center, or a doctor’s office facility. Your surgeon will explain the details to you to ensure your comfort during the breast lift.
During your operation you will need to undergo some form of anesthesia. Breast lifts are usually conducted under general anesthesia and you will essentially be asleep during the operation. However, this is dependent upon your needs. Your doctor will be able to work with you to make you as comfortable as possible.
A breast lift usually involves an incision being made in the breast where breast skin is removed and the nipple and areola are moved to a higher position. Stitches are used to permanently reshape the breast when it is positioned optimally. However, depending on the patient a different procedure may be used. The entire operation only takes one and a half to three and a half hours and is painless while in progress because the patient is under general anesthesia.
After a breast lift, patients must wear an elastic bandage over gauze dressings until they can wear a soft support bra. This support bra is worn for three to four weeks until the gradual healing process is completed. Doctors prescribe patients with medications to ease pain and discomfort and also provide specific instructions to ensure a successful and timely recovery.
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