Also known as "mastopexy", breast lift is a surgical procedure for lifting and reshaping sagging breasts. Aging, pregnancy, weight loss and gravity can all cause breasts to sag. By trimming excess skin and tightening supporting tissue, breasts can be made to sit higher on the chest and be firmer to the touch. In addition, the nipple and areola can be repositioned or resized to further enhance breast appearance. Because mastopexy does not change breast size, it is often combined with breast augmentation or reduction.

Candidates For Breast Lift

To be eligible for breast lift Fairfield County patients should be in good overall health, maintain a stable weight, and have realistic expectations about what the procedure can do. A woman who chooses to undergo breast lift has one or more of the following:

Sagging breasts
Breasts that have lost shape or volume
Breasts that are flat or elongated
Nipples or areolas pointing downward
One breast lower than the other

A woman planning to have (more) children should not undergo mastopexy because pregnancy and nursing can counteract its benefits.

The Breast Lift Procedure

Our Fairfield County breast lift is performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia, and usually takes 1 to 3 hours. Depending on the size and shape of the breasts, as well as the degree of sagging and amount of excess skin, one of the following types of incisions is often used:

Two rings, one larger than the other, around the areola
A keyhole shape, around the areola and down to the breast crease
An anchor shape, beginning in the breast crease, and extending up to and around the areola

The first type of incision (above) is used for small breasts and leaves the least amount of scarring; the third type is used for breasts with significant sagging.

After the incisions are made, breast tissue is removed and reshaped to achieve the desired breast contour. The nipple and areola are usually moved higher on the breast or resized. Excess skin is trimmed to create a tighter, more defined appearance. Incisions are closed with stitches.

Results Of Breast Lift

Breast lift produces immediate results. As swelling subsides and scars fade, breasts continue to improve in appearance. Patients who thoroughly discussed their goals prior to surgery, and had realistic expectations of what it could provide, report high satisfaction levels. Although the breasts are still subject to the effects of aging, mastopexy produces long-lasting results.

Recovery From Mastopexy

For a few days following mastopexy, patients are likely to have bruising, soreness and swelling. Breasts are usually wrapped in an elastic bandage or a surgical bra for about a week; a support bra is then worn continuously for a month. Stitches are removed after 1 to 2 weeks. Most patients return to work within a week; exercise and other strenuous activity should be avoided for about a month.

Risks Of Breast Lift

In addition to the usual risks associated with surgery and anesthesia, risks specific to mastopexy include the following:

Temporary or permanent change in nipple/breast sensation
Irregularities in breast contour/shape
Asymmetry
Partial or total loss of nipple/areola

Depending on the incision type used, mastopexy can produce visible scars. Although some incisions can be concealed in the natural breast contours, others cannot. In most cases, however, scars fade over time, becoming much less apparent. Our highly experienced board-certified Fairfield County plastic surgeons will aim to conceal your scars and make them as invisible as possible.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are considering plastic surgery in Fairfield County or anywhere in Connecticut, contact us to schedule a one-on-one consultation with one of our expert plastic surgeons.

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