How Long Do the Results of a Breast Lift Last?

A breast lift can be a great solution for women who are concerned about their sagging breasts. Breast lift surgery can help restore youthfulness and firmness to the breasts with little or no complications. However, there is a lot of concern about how long the results of the procedure will last.

As much as a breast lift can tighten the skin, it continues to be prone to stretching. If the breast is very heavy, it is likely to stretch and sag a little bit. Keeping this in mind, Dr. Foster aims at raising the breast a little higher than required. This is because the breast will eventually settle as much as half an inch lower. This can be noticeable during the first three months of the post-surgery recovery period. Dr. Foster performs the surgery in such a manner that the breast gains the required and desired shape by the end of the recovery period of 90 days.

Breast lift results can remain consistent for many years. This is under the condition that the patient does not go through any significant weight fluctuations or pregnancies. Also, women who participate in high impact activities such as running or tennis must wear a support bra. As the breast bounces up and down, the skin supporting it will stretch. This skin will not go back to its previous size and shape, and will remain permanently stretched. Therefore, it is important for women with heavy breasts to wear a support bra.

On the other hand, women with light breasts can rid themselves of the bra after a breast lift procedure. Such women will find great relief from the procedure!

It is important for patients to understand that it is impossible to defy both gravity and age. Despite excellent results, the breast will tend to sag and droop in the eventual course of time.

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