procedure
Breast Lift
Surgery
Procedure overview
Breast lift surgery, also called mastopexy, removes excess breast skin that has been stretched during pregnancy or weight fluctuations. Breast implants may also be used in conjunction with this procedure to achieve the desired result.
The procedure usually requires two to three hours of operating time depending on the size of the breasts.
General anesthesia is administered and the patient is completely asleep. The procedure can also be performed under intravenous sedation and local anesthesia.
Depending on the size of the breasts, type of anesthesia selected, and length of the surgical procedure, patients may return home on the same day as their surgery or be discharged from hospital the following morning.
Temporary bruising, swelling, some mild discomfort, numbness, and dry/tender breast skin.
Unfavorable scarring with keloid formations is possible. In addition skin loss, infection, wound breakdown, unevenly positioned nipples (asymmetry), and the possibility of permanent loss of feeling in the nipples and/or the breasts.
The patient can return to work within one week or more and may resume strenuous activities after one month. The fading of scars may take several months to one year.
The outcome varies from patient to patient. Other factors that may influence results are: breast skin quality, gravity, pregnancy, aging, and weight changes which may cause new sagging. Results may last longer or be enhanced when breast implants are inserted as part of the procedure adding support to the newly positioned breast tissue.
Breast augmentation
Improves the size and appearance of the breasts by implanting saline or silicone breast implants.
Breast lift
Breast lift surgery, also called mastopexy, removes excess skin in and around the breast and improves breast shape.
Breast reduction
Reduces breast size and improves physical and emotional symptoms caused by very large breasts.
Tummy tuck
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Body contouring
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Labioplasty
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Liposuction
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Arm lift
A surgical procedure to reshape and provide improved contour to the upper arms and connecting area of chest wall.
