Combining breast reduction with a mastopexy (breast lift) is an effective way to achieve both a smaller, more proportional breast size and a lifted appearance.
This dual procedure improves aesthetics while also alleviating physical discomfort, such as back and neck pain, often caused by larger breasts. Plus, by combining breast reduction and lift in one surgery, patients benefit from a single recovery period.
Your breast lift will begin with Dr. Sukkar administering general anesthesia, which will ensure you are completely asleep and safe throughout the procedure.
From there, your surgery will be entirely customized, based on the severity of your sagging and your unique cosmetic goals. For example, if very minimal sagging is present, you may qualify for a crescent or mini breast lift. In this case, Dr. Sukkar will make an incision along the top of the areola, before removing a crescent-shaped wedge of tissue to elevate the breasts and restore their perky and youthful position.
Once your procedure is complete and you’ve begun the healing process at home, you may experience mild pain, though it is expected that this will disappear after the first few days.
At any point during the recovery period, you can manage the discomfort you experience with pain medications as prescribed by Dr. Sukkar. During the initial recovery period, it is also customary to experience some degree of swelling and bruising. To allow your body time to heal, be sure to stay at home and limit your day-to-day activities for the first week. After approximately three weeks, you should be able to return to work and resume normal activities without restriction.
Dr. Sukkar will provide detailed instructions on incision care, which usually involves cleaning the area twice daily with warm water and mild soap. You may also need to layer on a thin coat of antibiotic ointment over the incisions daily.
A breast lift can provide long-term positive results, however, sagging may return if not cared for properly. To guarantee the best possible outcome after your procedure, wear supportive bras regularly, avoid overloading yourself with heavy objects, and sustain an overall healthy lifestyle through proper dieting and exercise.
Right away, you should start to notice some of the results of your breast lift, with sagging breasts taking on a more lifted appearance. Taking the proper care during your recovery period to ensure any swelling or bruising goes away will make these results more apparent.
After three to four months, about 75% of your results will have appeared. During this time, your breasts will have had the time they need to recover from surgery, allowing for the changes made to the skin and tissue to come out.
After twelve months, your breasts will have recovered completely from surgery, and all of the results of the procedure will have come out. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and properly caring for your breasts will ensure beautiful results for years to come.
During your procedure, your doctor will make small incisions to access the areas of your breasts that will be lifted, inevitably leading to minor scars. Dr. Sukkar takes great care to place these incisions in discrete locations that will make subsequent breast lift scars as unnoticeable as possible. Over the course of your recovery period, the scars will fade to very thin lines. This, combined with the discrete placement of the scars, should make their appearance almost non-existent.
Cost of a breast lift can vary, but on average, it is $6,500 and up. This can vary depending on exactly what will be done, such as a breast lift surgery being combined with a breast augmentation to get the full desired results. The most accurate cost estimate will come from your consultation with your doctor, where you will discuss your goals for the procedure and what steps will be taken to reach those goals.
Dr. Sukkar has performed over 10,000 procedures. He has more than two decades of experience and is renowned for his skill in cosmetic surgery of the breast. He has earned numerous awards for his persistent dedication to the field. His patients’ satisfaction is always paramount.
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A breast lift is done under general anesthesia for the comfort of the patient. You may experience some mild discomfort after the procedure, which should go away during the course of the recovery period. You can manage any discomfort with pain medication prescribed by your doctor.
Though rare, potential risks of a breast lift include infection, scarring, asymmetry, and reduced sensation in the nipples. Dr. Sukkar will discuss all of the risks with you during your consultation.
Yes, as general anesthesia is used in the procedure, you will need to have a trusted friend or family member drive you home following your surgery. It is important to arrange for someone to care for you during the initial recovery period.
Dr. Sukkar will strategically place the incisions to minimize visible scarring following your procedure. The scars should also fade over time to thin, barely perceptible lines.
Yes, you may need to avoid putting pressure on the treated areas while sleeping. It is best to sleep on your back and use several pillows to support your back and head during recovery.
You should expect to stay at home during the first week after surgery. During this initial recovery period, it is recommended you arrange for a family member or close friend to be available to help you with day-to-day activities. We recommend waiting at least 48 hours after surgery before you shower so as not to damage your incisions. You should be able to return to work and resume normal activities after about three weeks. Avoid strenuous exercise or lifting heavy objects until about six weeks after. It is vital during your recovery to take it slow and follow all of your doctor’s post-surgery care instructions.
It is best to get a breast lift when the breasts have stopped developing and the patient is physically healthy.
A breast lift is considered a permanent procedure since the changes to the breasts are permanent. However, your breasts will still change as your body ages. You can best achieve longevity with your results by donning supportive bras, steering away from carrying heavy items, and maintaining a wholesome diet and active lifestyle. With these habits in place, you’ll be able to enjoy the same remarkable effects for many years to come. Though it varies with each patient, patients may go ten years before seeing their doctor for breast revision surgery.
While there are rare reports of women having trouble breastfeeding after a breast lift, this is unlikely under competent care. In most cases, there is no damage to the breast ducts or loss of nipple sensitivity.
Temporary loss of sensitivity or numbness in the breasts or nipples is a possible side effect of the procedure, though this is rare. Where this does occur, it goes away during the course of recovery, usually after a few weeks. In very rare cases, this may be permanent. During your consultation, ask your doctor about the risks associated with a breast lift, so you have a clear picture going into the surgery.
The cost of a breast lift will vary depending on the complexity of the procedure and other factors. On average, a breast lift starts at around $6,500 and can go up from there. During your consultation, you can get a more exact estimate of the breast lift cost.
From the first time you walk into The Clinic for Plastic Surgery, you’ll know that you are in a place that cares about results. Under the leadership of Dr. Sukkar, The Clinic for Plastic Surgery has become Houston’s plastic surgery center of choice. Experience the difference for yourself by scheduling a consultation today.
