Breast Lift is a term used to describe the surgical procedure known as Mastopexy. A Mastopexy is the preferred surgical technique for reshaping and elevating a woman’s breasts. Breast lifts may be performed with or without the use of prosthetic breast implants.
Breast lifts are performed on women whose breasts, without being excessively large in volume, have suffered a significant drop due to ageing or as the result of breastfeeding after pregnancy.
Typically, breast lifts involve very little removal of tissue, especially when they are performed in combination with a breast augmentation using breast implants to aid in reshaping and repositioning the breast.
During an initial consultation, the aesthetic surgeon at Esteem Aesthetics will evaluate the size and shape of the patient’s breasts, the elasticity and firmness of the skin, as well as the patient’s general state of health.
The surgery will be performed under general anesthesia and lasts around 2-3 hours. The specific surgical technique and type of incision used by the surgeon will vary depending on the physical characteristics of the breast and the objectives of the surgery, including the patient’s desired outcomes.
If you are qualified to undergo a breast lift combined with a breast augmentation, read on to learn all there is to know regarding the postoperative period associated with this surgery.
What Is Recovery Of A Breast Lift Like?
As with all surgical procedures, there is a need for postoperative care in order to minimize pain and risk of complications, as well as facilitate the proper healing of wounds.
It is perfectly normal for the patient to feel discomfort and pain in the chest region, more specifically, the breasts, nipples, and sternum.
Considerable swelling is to be expected during the initial phase of post-op healing.
Extensive bruising is also perfectly normal during the initial 3 to 6 weeks.
Breast recovery after a breast lift with implant augmentation is typically asymmetrical. In other words, one breast may recover and heal at a faster rate than the other.
What Type Of Scars Does A Breast Lift With Implants Leave?
The amount of scarring caused by breast lift surgery is variable and depends on a number of factors such as the type of technique chosen by the surgeon - e.g. Benelli Lift, Full-Anchor Lift, or Crescent Lift, as well as the quality of postoperative care, the patient’s skin type, and other factors.
Do Breasts Lose Sensitivity After A Breast Lift?
After a breast lift surgery, it is normal for the patient to experience a reduction in sensitivity of the affected areas. As a general rule, this loss of sensitivity is only temporary, and over the initial weeks of recovery, it returns to normal.
One of the most influential things you can do to minimize scarring and the potential for postoperative complications is to choose a qualified and experienced aesthetic surgeon.
Here at Esteem Aesthetics in Sydney, our surgical teams possess expertise and years of combined experience. If you would like more information on the Breast Lift procedure, feel free to contact us and ask for a consultation.