Dr. Franklin Rose explains in depth Mastopexy or Breast Lifts

A breast lift involves surgical intervention to change the shape and appearance of your breasts. During mastopexy, a plastic surgeon can:

1. Lift Your Breasts Higher: The procedure raises your breasts on your chest, combating sagging due to factors like aging, pregnancy, and weight changes.
2. Symmetry Enhancement: Mastopexy can make your breasts more symmetrical or identical to each other.
3. Areola Adjustment: It reduces the size of your areola (the darkened area around the nipple) and repositions it to face forward.
4. Skin Removal: Extra skin that has stretched over time is removed.
5. Rounded Appearance: Reshaping gives your breasts a more rounded natural look.
6. Improved Support: The breast tissue is tightened to better support your nipples and areolas.

Why Do People Get Breast Lift Surgery?

Several factors contribute to sagging breasts, aging being the most prominent followed by breastfeeding, genetics, gravity, pregnancy, and significant weight loss. Mastopexy addresses these issues by making breasts firmer and more youthful. It can also correct perceived imperfections, such as downward-facing areolas, uneven nipples, or asymmetrical breasts.

Will It Change Breast Size?

A breast lift alone won’t alter breast size. However, it’s often combined with other surgeries for size adjustments. If you want larger breasts, consider breast augmentation with implants. For smaller breasts, breast reduction may be an option.

Cost Considerations

Most insurance plans don’t cover cosmetic surgery costs. Check with your insurance provider and discuss specific expenses with your healthcare professional¹.

Remember, always consult a qualified plastic surgeon to assess your individual needs and determine if a breast lift is right for you. 😊

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(2) Breast Lift Surgery (Mastopexy) – American Cosmetic Association. https://www.cosmeticassociation.org/cosmetic-surgery/breast-lift-surgery-mastopexy/.
(3) Mastopexy (Breast Lift) | ISAPS. https://www.isaps.org/discover/patients-home/procedures/breast-procedures/mastopexy-breast-lift/.