Breast Operations
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is cosmetic breast surgery to lift the breasts. The surgery may also involve changing the position of the areola and nipple.
Breast Lift
Breast lift, also known as a mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that is used to raise and reshape sagging breasts. The procedure involves removing excess skin and repositioning the breast tissue and nipples to a higher position on the chest. This can improve the appearance of the breasts, making them look firmer, fuller, and more youthful.
Breast Lift Benefits
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Improves the appearance of sagging breasts
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Makes breasts look firmer, fuller, and more youthful
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Can restore breast volume lost after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
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Improves the overall shape of the breasts
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Can alleviate discomfort caused by large, heavy breasts
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Can be combined with breast augmentation to increase size and improve shape
Breast Lift Procedure (Step-by-Step)
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Anesthesia: Breast lift procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is put to sleep for the duration of the procedure.
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Incision: The surgeon will make an incision on the breast, which will depend on the degree of sagging and the desired outcome, this incision could be circular around the areola, a keyhole shape around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease or an inverted T shape. Through this incision, the surgeon will remove excess skin, reposition the nipple, and reshape the breast tissue.
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Closure: After the procedure, the incisions will be closed with stitches or staples, and a surgical bra will be placed on the breast to support the newly reshaped tissue during the healing process.
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Recovery: After the surgery is complete, the patient will be taken to a recovery room to be closely monitored for any complications. Recovery time varies but usually, patients can go home within a few days and able to return to work after two weeks.
Breast augmentation
Breast augmentation, also known as augmentation mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure that is used to increase the size of the breasts. The procedure involves using breast implants, which can be filled with silicone gel or saline, to add volume to the breasts. The procedure can also be used to restore volume lost after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss.
Breast Augmentation Benefits
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Can increase breast size
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Can restore volume lost after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss
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Improves body proportion
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Can improve self-confidence and self-esteem
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Can be done with different types of implant: saline or silicone
Breast Augmentation Procedure
(Step-by-Step)
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Anesthesia: Breast augmentation procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is put to sleep for the duration of the procedure.
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Incision: The surgeon will make an incision, which will depend on the type of implant, the position of the implant, and the desired outcome. The incision can be made in the crease under the breast, around the areola, or in the armpit.
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Placement of the implant: After the incision, the surgeon will create a pocket, either under the muscle or on top of it, and place the breast implant into it.
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Closure: After the implant is placed and the surgeon is satisfied with the position, the incision will be closed with stitches or staples.
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Recovery: After the surgery is complete, the patient will be taken to a recovery room to be closely monitored for any complications. Recovery time varies but usually, patients can go home within a few days and can return to work after two weeks.
What is the Difference Between Breast Lift and Breast Augmentation?
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The main difference between a breast lift and breast augmentation is that a breast lift addresses sagging and shape, while breast augmentation addresses size. Sometimes, a breast lift and an augmentation can be done together in one surgery, the combination of the two procedures is called breast lift with augmentation, that way both issues can be addressed in one surgery.
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It's important to note that not everyone needs both procedures, sometimes a lift is enough, sometimes an augmentation is enough, and sometimes both are needed. It's crucial to have a thorough discussion with a board-certified plastic surgeon to determine which procedure or combination of procedures is best for you based on your goals, needs, and anatomy.
Breast Reduction
Breast reduction, also known as reduction mammoplasty, is a surgical procedure that is used to reduce the size of the breasts. The procedure involves removing excess breast tissue, skin and repositioning the nipples to achieve a smaller, more proportionate breast size. The procedure can also alleviate symptoms such as back and neck pain, skin irritation, and difficulty with physical activity caused by overly large breasts.
Breast Reduction Benefits:
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Can reduce the size of large, heavy breasts
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Relieves symptoms such as back and neck pain
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Relieves symptoms such as skin irritation and rashes caused by large breasts
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Improves overall breast shape
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Improves body proportion
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Enhances physical activity
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Can alleviate physical discomfort caused by large, heavy breasts
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Can improve self-confidence and self-esteem
Breast Reduction Procedure
(Step-by-Step)
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Anesthesia: Breast reduction procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is put to sleep for the duration of the procedure.
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Incision: The surgeon will make an incision, which will depend on the desired outcome and the amount of tissue to be removed. The incision could be circular around the areola, a keyhole shape around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease or an inverted T shape.
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Removal of tissue: Through the incision, the surgeon will remove the excess breast tissue, fat and skin. Then will reposition the nipple and areola to a higher position on the breast.
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Closure: After the tissue is removed and the surgeon is satisfied with the new shape, the incision will be closed with stitches or staples.
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Recovery: After the surgery is complete, the patient will be taken to a recovery room to be closely monitored for any complications. Recovery time varies but usually, patients can go home within a few days and able to return to work after two weeks.
Breast Implant Removal
Breast implant removal, also known as explantation, is a surgical procedure that involves removing breast implants and the surrounding scar tissue. The procedure can be done for various reasons, such as implant rupture, capsular contracture, dissatisfaction with the size or shape of the implants, or to address health concerns related to breast implants.
Breast Implant Removal procedure typically involves making incisions around the breast and removing the implant. Depending on the individual case, the implant might be removed through the same incision used during the initial surgery, or through a new incision. After the implant is removed, the surgeon will typically close the incision with sutures. Recovery time varies, but patients can generally expect some pain, swelling, and bruising for a few weeks. It's important to have a thorough discussion with your surgeon about the benefits and risks of the procedure prior to making a decision.
Inverted Nipple Operation
An inverted nipple operation, also known as a breast revision, is a surgical procedure that corrects inverted or retracted nipples. Inverted nipples are a condition where the nipples are pulled inward and do not protrude normally.
The procedure typically involves making an incision around the areola, releasing the ducts and ligaments that are pulling the nipple in, and reshaping the tissue to achieve a more natural-looking nipple. After the procedure, the incision is closed with sutures. In some cases, the surgeon may use a special device, called a nipple suture, to maintain the position of the nipple after the surgery.
Recovery time can vary, but patients can expect some pain, swelling, and bruising for a few weeks. It's important to have a thorough discussion with your surgeon about the benefits and risks of the procedure prior to making a decision.
