Breast Lift FAQ
Breast Lift FAQ
How Long Will the Breast Lift Last?
The reshaped breasts can maintain their new youthful and perky appearance for many years. Sometimes this can be five to ten years. However, one should remember that the aging process does continue and gravity does continue to force the breasts down. Thus, the procedure should not be considered permanent, for it cannot permanently delay these effects that cause the breasts to sag.
What Happens if I Get Pregnant Again?
For those women who are still thinking about becoming pregnant, they should consider waiting until after the pregnancy before undergoing this procedure. Otherwise, the breasts can sag again after pregnancy.
What are Some of the Reasons for Breast Lift Surgery?
There are many differing types of breast lift procedures. Indeed, there are many reasons why women choose to undergo a breast lift. Some women have adequate sized breasts yet they sag, while others desire not only a lift but also breast enhancement. Breast lift surgery can be performed alone, or in conjunction with breast augmentation to add more volume to the breast. Some women feel their breasts are not well positioned, and some have substantial asymmetry of their breasts. Many women complain of a lack of substance or firmness in their breasts. Other women complain that their breasts point downward instead of forward. A breast lift can help women correct most of these conditions.
How are Breast Lift Surgeries Performed?
Most cosmetic surgeons perform breast lift surgery using general anesthesia. However, Dr. True performs the procedure using mild to moderate sedation and a local anesthetic. The areas are marked very accurately to make sure symmetry is good. After numbing the breasts with tumescent fluid, the areola is repositioned so it will be in the center of the breast mound pointing the most forward. The lower part of the breast may require an extensive scar in order to recreate the correct shape of the breast and to lift the breast tissue adequately.
How Long is the Procedure and Where is it Performed?
Breast Lift surgery takes from 2 to 4 hours to perform. Dr. True performs this procedure in his accredited office based surgicenter. The accreditation certificate signifies that he has made sure the standard safety measures are maintained for ensuring the health and safety of his patients. Many other surgeons use a hospital or other surgical center with an anesthesiologist, which significantly increases the cost of the procedure.
What is the Recovery like for Breast Lift Surgery?
After the Breast Lift procedure, there is moderate to severe pain that lasts a few days. This is usually adequately helped with oral pain medicine. Recovery is usually quite rapid, with resumption of normal activity within one to a few weeks depending on the patient’s activity level.
What can I Expect for the Results of a Breast Lift?
Anyone who undergoes breast lift surgery must have realistic expectations about the procedure. Most of the time, although the resulting shape is usually quite satisfactory, scars are present on the breasts. These are necessary for longer term satisfactory results, to give the breasts correct proportions, and to give the appropriate strength to the breast tissues so they can maintain their new shape without excess stretching. Any woman undergoing this procedure must realize the fact that she will have scars on her breasts so she has a better idea of the realistic outcomes that will happen from the surgery. If she can accept these scars for having more beautifully shaped breasts that are much less saggy, then she could be a good candidate for the procedure.
What is the Best Type of Breast Lift for Me?
Every cosmetic surgeon has his/her own special preferences regarding the best breast lifting procedure. If you think you would like this procedure performed, please make an appointment at our office to discuss your concerns. You should undergo an extensive breast evaluation before deciding on the best course of action for you. Call us for a consultation today at 817-399-8783, and become well informed about the procedure and its results.
