Aging, weight loss, and breastfeeding can all impact the appearance of the breast. Like any other part of the body, over time the structures that hold the breast to the pectoral muscle stretch and become weaker. This causes the breast to sag. The condition is exacerbated by genetics, weight loss, childbirth, and breastfeeding.
The breast lift procedure is able to address sagging breasts that have lost symmetry. The procedure removes some of the skin on the breast and raises the nipple and breast tissue. This creates fuller and more even breasts that look youthful.
Women throughout West Hills, CA have opted for breast lift surgery as a way to enhance the look of their bust without the use of implants. This procedure is also a huge confidence booster. Imagine being able to wear whatever clothes you want, without having to worry about how your breasts look.
Breast Lift Benefits
A large number of women dislike the look of their breasts due to sagging and a loss of upper fullness. Other women undergo a boob lift to regain full and perky breasts that they had in the past.
It’s important to note that the procedure is about more than lifting the breasts to look younger. Many women experience sagging breasts after breastfeeding and weight loss, for which the procedure is less cosmetic and more reconstructive.
On the other hand, there are some women who have always experienced drooping or asymmetrical breasts. Very rarely are breasts perfectly even and perky. This is especially true for women with larger breasts. The procedure aims to help those women be able to finally embrace and love their breasts by giving them a more pert and even appearance.
The breast lift procedure can be used for many different purposes, including:
- Breast asymmetry
- Sagging or drooping breasts
- Downward pointing nipples
- Overly enlarged areolas
- Stretch marks
Depending on your goals and the size and shape of your breasts, you may be a candidate for a breast lift with breast augmentation. These two procedures combined create perky, full, and symmetrical breasts that give you the cleavage and curves that you’ve always dreamed of.
Whether you want to restore your breasts after breastfeeding children or if you’ve made the decision to correct breast asymmetry, Dr. Peter Grossman, board-certified plastic surgeon, will work with you to help you achieve the look you want.
Breast Lift Options
There are three different breast lift techniques that can be used during breast lift surgery. It’s best to consult with your plastic surgeon to discuss the technique that will best provide the breast shape you want, as well as your scarring preferences.
As a rule of thumb, the further the breasts have sagged, the more extensive the incision will need to be to properly lift them.
The least extensive technique is known as the crescent mastopexy. This involves the use of an incision that is placed directly above the areola. The technique leaves a small scar above the areola, which typically blends in with the naturally darker skin in the area. This technique is best reserved for women who have minimal sagging, with a slight displacement of the nipple.
The second technique is the circumareolar incision. This procedure is best for women who have moderate breast sagging, where the nipple needs to be lifted higher. With the circumareolar technique, a donut-shaped piece of breast skin is removed around the areola. It is then reattached to the remaining breast skin. This leaves a circular scar around the areola, which is well-camouflaged within the darker skin.
The third technique is the vertical lollipop procedure. This is the best option for women who experience severe breast drooping. In this technique, the breast skin is removed around the areola and on the lower part of the breast. This allows the breast to be lifted, as well as the nipple. As the name implies, the vertical lollipop technique leaves a scar shaped like a lollipop, with an incision around the areola as well as a vertical incision down the breasts.
Breast Lift Process
Before undergoing the breast lift procedure in Los Angeles, it helps to have an idea of what you can expect pre- and post-surgery. Before deciding that this procedure will address your breast needs, it’s best to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. During the consultation, your doctor will discuss how the procedure works and will then examine your breasts. Here, your breast shape and breast crease will be examined to determine which lift surgery technique will provide the best look.
During your consultation, you may also want to discuss the need for breast implants. Women who have sagging breasts and very little breast tissue may benefit from undergoing breast augmentation as well. This gives the breast a fuller and perkier look. For women with excess breast tissue, your plastic surgeon may recommend a breast reduction along with a lift.
Once it’s determined which procedures and techniques you need to achieve the breasts you want, you’ll schedule a surgery date. As surgery gets nearer, you’ll want to follow all of the pre-surgery protocols provided by Dr. Grossman, including dietary changes and stopping the use of certain medications.
On the day of surgery, have a friend or family member drop you off and pick you up. Breast lift surgery requires the use of general anesthesia, which will leave you drowsy and unable to drive home. Make plans to have someone help you for a few days after the surgery, to ensure that you’re eating, taking your pain medication, and relaxing as much as possible so that you can heal.
Expect to take about a week off of work to heal and, after four weeks, you’re likely to be cleared for regular exercise. Bruising and swelling can last up to six weeks.
Why Us?
There are several plastic surgeons that perform the breast lift procedure throughout Calabasas and Woodland Hills, but you don’t want to trust just anyone in enhancing the size, shape, and position of your breasts. Dr. Peter H. Grossman is a board-certified plastic surgeon who is a member of the Los Angeles and American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Dr. Grossman has vast experience in cosmetic surgery, especially procedures that involve the breasts, having served as a plastic surgeon for more than 20 years. It’s no surprise that he’s one of the most widely sought surgeons throughout Southern California.
By choosing Grossman Plastic Surgery, you can have the peace of mind that you’ll receive the best pre- and post-op care, while also having access to a caring team of staff members.
FAQs
How long does the procedure take?
A breast lift typically takes around three hours. The procedure requires the use of general anesthesia, but patients generally do not require an overnight stay. As with most cosmetic procedures, a breast lift is performed on an outpatient basis.
What is recovery like?
After undergoing a breast lift, your surgeon may ask you to wear supportive garments, which are used to minimize swelling. Your doctor may also place a drain in the breast tissue to remove excess fluid. Fluid build-up can prolong healing and can cause complications.
Patients can expect to feel mild discomfort and pain, as well as bruising and breast tenderness. You will be given pain medication to minimize discomfort. To give yourself sufficient healing time, plan to take about a week off of work.
Pain, bruising, and swelling will gradually decrease a week or two after surgery.
What are the risks and complications of breast lift surgery?
Any surgery poses certain risks and complications, including infection, poor incision healing, and fluid accumulation. To minimize the risk of these complications, it’s important to follow all pre-surgery protocols, including quitting smoking, not taking aspirin or herbal products, and eating a nutritious diet to promote healing.
Am I a candidate?
If you experience breast drooping, asymmetry, or downward-pointing nipples, you may be a candidate for breast lift surgery. It’s best to meet with a plastic surgeon in person to discuss your goals and to ensure that mastopexy will provide the results that you want.
Schedule a Consultation
Whether you live in Reseda, Canoga Park, or somewhere else within the Los Angeles region, Dr. Grossman is the best plastic surgeon to consider for your breast enhancement needs. He is highly skilled in enhancing and contouring the breast to give women the bust they’ve always wanted to have.
Are you ready to boost your confidence and self-esteem with perkier, more youthful-looking breasts? If so, contact our office today! Schedule a consultation by calling 818-981-2050..
