Following pregnancy or loss of weight, women often find themselves with breasts that aren't youthful in appearance as before. Sometimes these women need more fullness with an implant and/or a breast lift in Portland. Other women have their desired breast volume, but need to have the breasts reshaped and the nipples centralized with a breast lift.
Every woman’s anatomy and breast shape is different. It is best to see Dr. Burgess for an evaluation of a breast lift (also known as a mastopexy).
BREAST LIFT
BREAST LIFT WITH AUGMENTATION
AM I A CANDIDATE?
There are many reasons to undergo a breast lift or breast lift with augmentation, including:
- To reshape sagging breasts and reposition the nipples
- To decrease areolar size (pigmented portion around nipple)
- To regain the breast shape that women may have had prior to having children or weight loss
- To attempt to create symmetry between two unequal breasts
- To reshape and provide greater volume (with an augmentation) for those who feel that their breast size is too small
ANCHOR SCAR
LOLLIPOP SCAR
These illustrations depict typical incisions and results of a breast lift
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT DURING MY RECOVERY?
A standard breast lift (or with augmentation) is an outpatient surgery, so patients typically go home the same day. You should prepare for 1-2 weeks of recovery. Many are asked to wear a tight camisole during this time. Individualized instructions will be given with regard to breast massages and special compression bras or garments. Dr. Burgess will encourage you to walk around after surgery, and your pain can be managed with medication. It is imperative to avoid any strenuous activity or heavy lifting for at least 6 weeks. Traveling long distances is not recommended in the first month following surgery. Ensure that you attend all scheduled exams following surgery. Understand that implants are not guaranteed to last a lifetime and may require future revision surgery. Scars from the procedure will be noticeable at first, but will improve over the next year. Results of the procedure are not permanent, as gravity and aging continue to play a role. It is important to keep up with breast exams and mammograms for your general health long term.
