Weight loss, ageing, diminished skin quality and other factors can lead to considerable sag, or droop, of the breasts. Breast lifting is offered at our Bundaberg facilities to improve shape, weight and contours of the breasts into a more desirable position.
Breast Lift
Droopiness of the breasts is a common issue that affects millions of women. Due to a variety of factors, women often experience breast sag that affects the types of clothes they can wear and the body aesthetic in general, not to mention their self-esteem. Some of the causes of breast droop include:
- Aging
- Pregnancy
- Nursing
- Genetics
- Weight loss
Breast Lift Procedure
The breast lift procedure, medically known as mastopexy, is a relatively straightforward procedure with minimal recovery time. Our plastic surgeon will make an incision from the areola (the dark-pigmented area around the nipple) down to the crease of the breast. After removing excess skin, Dr. James Gaffield will tighten the remaining skin and reshape the breasts. The nipples will be moved to a higher position along with the breasts. The result is a much tighter and firmer look and feel to the breasts, giving them a more “perky” appearance. The breast lift procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia and takes about three hours to complete.
Breast Lift Recovery
You should expect some degree of swelling, bruising and numbness after a breast lift. These side effects should completely dissipate after four to six weeks, and any discomfort can be managed with medication. A small number of breast lift patients experience areas of permanent numbness, however this is a very rare event. Dr. James Gaffield will explain all aspects of breast lift surgery, including risks, benefits, and details of recovery, at your initial consultation.
Breast Lift with Implants
For women who would like to also counteract volume loss as well as skin reduction, breast implants can be inserted in tandem with a breast lift to enlarge the breasts while lifting them to a higher position at the same time.
Contact Our Breast Lift Surgeon in Queensland
For more information, or to schedule a consultation with our plastic surgeon at Pacific Plastic Surgery, please contact James Gaffield, M.D.
