The results of a breast lift procedure are long-lasting, but not permanent. Your breasts can still be affected by a range of external and genetic factors, such as the natural ageing process, pregnancy, and fluctuations in weight.
Some patients find that their breast lift results last for well over 15 years while others may seek minor cosmetic alterations sooner. On average, breast lift results last for 10 to 15 years.
After the first breast lift, changes in the breast can occur anywhere from six months to one year. While the changes are not as significant as the original drooping and sagging of the breasts, in some cases patients feel a revision surgery is necessary.
After breast lift alone, the breasts typically retain a natural teardrop shape, with more fullness on the bottom. If a patient desires to add fullness to the top of the breast or to create a rounder shape, implants are required.
Cons of a Breast Lift:
There may be temporary or permanent loss of sensation in the nipples or breasts. Scarring from a breast lift is more significant than other breast surgeries because the procedure requires the removal of excess skin tissue and repositioning.
Absolutely – a breast lift without implants can be an excellent option for patients who desire to lift their nipple position and/or breast tissue. Also referred to as mastopexy, this popular procedure is designed to eliminate the extra skin that we frequently see after breast-feeding, pregnancy and weight loss.
While it's unlikely that you'll experience a loss of feeling or sensitivity in your nipple after breast lift surgery, it can still happen in rare cases. As mentioned, any numbness is usually temporary and will return over time.
Breast lift typically reduces bra size by one full cup. However, in a study featured in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, it was suggested that this has less to do with a loss of volume than with a restoration of comfort.
Typically, a breast lift (medically referred to as mastopexy) reduces bra size by one cup. However, this is usually not the result of volume loss. When excess skin and sagging breast tissue are removed or repositioned, cup sizes are naturally reduced. For many women, this is a good thing.
The study queried these women five years after their surgeries, asking about their bra cup size before versus after breast lift surgery. Weight changes and other relevant factors were taken into consideration. The women reported an average decrease of approximately one cup size, for instance going from a D to a C.
How much does a breast lift cost? The average cost of a breast lift is $5,012, according to the most recent statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. This average cost is only part of the total price – it does not include anesthesia, operating room facilities or other related expenses.
However, a natural breast lift is safer than a breast lift with implants as you do not have the risks associated with implants. Have more questions on the cosmetic breast surgery procedures we offer? Call us on 0207 432 8727 to arrange a consultation.
A vampire breast lift (VBL) augments your breasts without surgery. Providers inject platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to improve skin texture and make your breasts appear fuller. Side effects are minimal, but may include bruising, swelling and tenderness, and there's no downtime.
For many women, breast tissue is fully developed at age 16, but for others, their breasts continue to grow and develop well into their 20's. Young women ages 18 to 25 whose breasts are fully developed and want a more lifted appearance can undergo this procedure.
It's essential to keep in mind that, unlike breast augmentation, a breast lift won't increase the size of your breasts. In fact, after your operation, you may notice that your breasts appear smaller than they had before surgery due to the removal of excess skin.
A breast lift will enhance the appearance of your breasts but is considered major surgery.
You only lose about two pounds of breast tissue in the procedure, though the effect on your appearance is often dramatic.
While a breast lift does remove excess skin, fat and tissue to achieve a lifted and perkier breast appearance, the possibility of having smaller breasts after their procedure is one that most women need not worry about.
Most often, breast lifts involve three incisions. The first will circle around the areola, or the dark skin around the nipple. The second incision begins under the nipple and continues until the bottom of the breast. The final incision is along the breast crease, the base of the breast.
Breast lift: The incisions for a breast lift vary but are usually around your areola, with additional incisions down to your breast crease or outward from your areola. Biopsies: A breast biopsy incision can leave a small, round scar or a small scar in a line on the affected area of your breast.
To decide which breast lift technique will work best for you, your surgeon will evaluate your concerns to determine the severity of your breast sagging. Based on that evaluation and your individual wants and needs, your surgeon will recommend the technique he believes will offer you the best results.
If the bra band fits you well, place two fingers under it and see if there is still some space to accommodate. In case of a yes, try going down by one band size and up by one cup size. If a 36C sags your breasts, consider purchasing a bra 34D size.
After the procedure, you may find that you are unhappy with breast uplift surgery. This could be because of scarring, healing problems, or damage to the skin, tissue or nerves underneath. If you are not happy with your results, we advise that you speak to the professional who carried out the procedure.
Much of the post-operative discomfort is due to swelling. While wearing a compression bra should help manage some of the swelling and help reduce pain, there are other things that can be done to reduce swelling and make your recovery easier.
Most women are very happy to undergo breast lift surgery, with or without an implant.