Breast Lift (mastopexy)

What were once youthful, full, and “perky” breasts, are just another memory of the past.
All women will experience the general “sagging” of their breasts over time due to age, weight gain or loss, pregnancy and breast feeding.

Mastopexy or breast lift is a procedure that removes excess skin and repositions the nipple and breasts higher on the chest. There is no breast tissue that is removed in a breast lift, only excess skin. Sometimes the breasts may seem smaller because of the position change and loss of excess skin. If you would like to have larger breasts you may want to discuss having breast implants with or without a mastopexy. Your plastic surgeon will help you decide the option that is best for you.

During your initial consult the surgeon will examine your breasts, take measurements and photographs. The procedure will be discussed with you in detail. The doctor will also discuss with you if you are happy with your present breast size. A Mastopexy is best preformed by a board certified plastic surgeon.

Mastopexy is an outpatient surgery. A friend or family member will be able to drive you home after your surgery. You may or may not have a drain in place after the procedure. Most women will be able to return to work in a few days. There is no muscle involved in the procedure, which means that your pain us usually minimal and recovery is quick. Immediately after surgery we ask that you do not wear a bra. Your plastic surgeon will advise you when and what type of bra to wear in the weeks following your surgery.

Mastopexy is considered a cosmetic surgery and our staff will provide you with the cost of the procedure at your initial visit.

Click here for a printable brochure on breast lift (Provided by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons).