You Might Not Know:
Breast Mastopexy Requires General Anaesthesia
Breast lift surgery is a significant surgery and does require a general anaesthetic. This means you will be asleep for the two hour procedure. It is, however, a day surgery and you will return home to recover in your own space. You may experience some of the effects of anaesthesia like fatigue, nausea and vomiting, headaches, and sleep disruptions.
A Breast Lift Can Improve The Appearance Of Your Nipples And Areola
As part of the breast lift procedure, your plastic surgeon will also reposition your nipple higher on your breast and reduce the size of your areola if they have become stretched out or misshapen. Be aware that breast mastopexy may cause you to experience numbness, a loss of sensation, or tingling in your nipples after surgery. This should resolve within about three months post-op, but some women report a long-term decrease in nipple sensitivity.
Breast Lifts May Or May Not Include Implants
A breast lift involves the removal of excess skin and fatty tissue to reshape and reposition the breast. Often this refinement is sufficient to help the patient achieve the desired results. But if you wish to enhance the size of your breasts as well, your plastic surgeon can provide options to combine breast augmentation with your breast lift surgery to provide lift, shape refinement, and increased size.
You Will Need Some Time To Heal
For the first few days after your breast lift surgery, you can expect to have some pain, swelling, and bruising. Your mobility and range of movement will be impaired and you should plan to have a friend or family member present to drive you home and assist you for a few days. After two weeks you will feel mostly recovered and can return to work and resume most of your regular activities. By six weeks, your plastic surgeon will likely clear you to return to your normal sport, workout, and exercise routines and most swelling and bruising will be gone. You will most definitely notice the improvement in the appearance of your breasts shortly after your breast lift surgery, but it could take six months to a year before final results are apparent.
Firmer, Lifted Breasts With Breast Mastopexy At Alberta Plastic Surgery In Edmonton
Breast lift surgery is a transformative procedure to help women achieve symmetrical, fuller, and perkier breasts after pregnancy and breastfeeding, weight changes, and due to genetics or the natural process of aging. When performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, it is a safe procedure with lasting results. Mastopexy can help you achieve your goals for the shape and lift of your breasts and help you feel confident in your body again.
Dr. Adil Ladak is a board-certified and top surgeon in Edmonton, Alberta and is highly skilled in breast mastopexy, augmentation, and reduction. Dr. Ladak is a fully qualified Fellow of the Royal Canadian College of Physicians and Surgeons and his team is committed to providing patients with the facts and education to make the most informed decisions about their appearance and health. To explore all of your options for breast enhancement and refinement and for other surgical and non-surgical treatments to help you feel and look your best, visit Alberta Plastic Surgery in Edmonton by booking your complimentary consultation. Call us at 1-780-407-6691 or fill out the form below.
FAQ
Q: Am I a good candidate for breast lift surgery?
A: If you are healthy overall and are realistic with your goals for breast mastopexy, you are likely a good candidate. Book a complimentary consultation with Dr. Ladak to discuss your concerns and what outcomes you hope to achieve from surgery.
Q: What kind of scars will I have after breast surgery?
A: The type of scars you will have is dependent on the technique your plastic surgeon opts for in your breast lift surgery. Most scarring is undetectable within your areola or your breast fold, and other scars will be easily hidden under a bra or bathing suit. Follow your doctor's post-surgical care instructions to heal well and minimize scarring.
Q: Can I have a breast reduction and lift at the same time?
A: A breast reduction will usually include a lift to help patients achieve the results they desire. A lift can also be performed with augmentation or fat transfer. The bonus is that when you do combine breast surgeries, you only need one anaesthetic and one recovery period.
