Breast Lift (Mastopexy) — What Is It?
Mastopexy lifts and reshapes sagging breasts, repositioning the nipple and removing excess skin. May be combined with implants or fat grafting for volume. Suitable after pregnancy, weight loss, or natural aging.
Who Is It For?
- Adults with breast sagging (post-pregnancy, weight loss, aging)
- Those wanting restored breast shape
- Combined with augmentation if more volume desired
- Healthy candidates
Important: Future pregnancy/breastfeeding may affect results — discuss timing with surgeon.
Treatment Process
1
Consultation
Detailed assessment; technique selection (lollipop, anchor, etc.).
2
Preparation
General anesthesia.
3
Surgery
2-4 hours; tissue reshaped, skin removed, nipple repositioned.
4
Recovery
Surgical bra 6 weeks; final result 6 months.
When Does The Effect Show?
Significant lifting visible at 1 month; final shape at 6 months. Aging continues but improvement maintained.
Aftercare Instructions
- Surgical bra 24/7 for 6 weeks
- No arms above shoulder 2 weeks
- No strenuous activity 6 weeks
- Sleep on back 4 weeks
- Scar care for months
Risks and Side Effects
Major surgery with associated risks:
- Bleeding, infection
- Asymmetry (small revisions possible)
- Scarring (significant — fades over time)
- Loss of nipple sensation (often temporary)
- Breastfeeding may be affected
Frequently Asked Questions
Around areola, vertical down to fold, sometimes horizontal. Fades over 1-2 years.
Common combination for those wanting both lift and volume.
Wait until done with childbearing for best long-term results.
Often possible but not guaranteed.
Years — gravity continues but improvement maintained.