A mastopexy or breast lift will raise and reshape a woman’s breasts. Over the years breasts can lose their shape and firmness due to pregnancy, nursing, weight fluctuations and gravity. A breast lift, often done in conjunction with a breast augmentation, can eliminate this inevitable sagging. If the nipple areola complex has become enlarged, it can be restored to a smaller size at a preferred height on the breast.
A mastopexy is done under general anesthesia and takes 2-3 hours. Incisions extend around the areola and as a vertical line down the lower pole of the breast. Through these incisions excess skin is removed and the nipple areola complex is elevated to a more central position on the breast mound.
Strenuous upper body activity may be limited for the first month and often a supportive bra is worn around the clock for the first several weeks.
