There are several reasons why a woman may consider getting a breast lift. It may be a mother that wishes to restore the shape and firmness of her breasts after pregnancy, a cancer survivor that desires to optimize their breast reconstruction results, or someone who aims to combat the natural breast changes that come with age or weight fluctuations. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your sagging breasts, Matthew J. Lynch MD, may recommend a breast lift to restore a youthful appearance to your breasts.
What is a breast lift?
A breast lift is a surgical procedure that raises and changes the shape of breasts. The process involves removing excess skin and removing excess skin and reshaping breast tissue to attain firmness. Women who choose to have a breast lift have sagging breasts or nipples that point downward. Besides enhancing your overall appearance, a breast lift can also boost your self-confidence. If you are considering a breast lift, you should know that the procedure won’t alter the size of your breasts. However, you can discuss combining a breast lift with breast augmentation or reduction with your plastic surgeon.
Why is a breast lift done?
As you age, so do your breasts; they may change in shape, size, firmness, and overall appearance. Besides natural aging, your breasts can become less elastic due to pregnancy and weight changes. For instance, the breasts get fuller and heavier during pregnancy, causing the ligaments to stretch. As such, the stretching might cause your breasts to sag; this can happen whether or not you breastfeed your baby. Weight changes also cause breast skin to stretch and lose elasticity.
You may consider a breast lift if your breasts have lost shape and volume, meaning they are flatter and longer. You may also discuss this procedure with your surgeon if your nipple points downward or your areola have stretched out of proportion to your breasts. A breast lift can also help if one of your breasts falls much lower than the other. Although a breast lift can be done on breasts of any size, longer-lasting results are seen in women with small breasts. Larger breasts are heavier and more likely to sag in the future.
How to prepare for a breast lift
If you are considering raising your breasts, it is best to consult your plastic surgeon to ensure you are a good candidate. Consulting your specialist also helps you to make an informed decision after learning about the potential risks of a breast lift. During the first visit, you will discuss your goals or expectations with your surgeon; be clear about what you want your breasts to look like after surgery. The surgeon will also review your medical history, do a physical exam, and take a picture of your breasts for your medical record.
Your surgeon may advise against a breast lift if you plan to get pregnant since your breasts could stretch again and offset the procedure results. A breast lift can also interfere with milk production, so consider that if you are breastfeeding.
If you are considering a breast lift, consult your surgeon at Matthew J. Lynch MD Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in East Windsor to know if you are a good candidate.
