What is Mastopexy Breast Lift?

Age takes a toll on the skin. In women, this causes the breasts to sag and become shapeless. Such drooping breasts can be corrected by a breast lift procedure. Breast lift surgery can help restore firmness and youthfulness to the breast. Breast lift surgery is also commonly known by the Latin term, “mastopexy.”

Dr. Foster’s practice performs four different kinds of breast lifts. Dr. Foster believes that all breast lift patients should not get a “cookie-cutter” operation. It is vital that patients get the exact degree of lift which is both aesthetically pleasing and meets their requirements. All patients do not need an elaborate and expensive procedure. Patients may get all that they need with a minor procedure!

The maximal breast lift costs approximately $5,555 and will take two hours of surgery. A fine line scar of eight inches is made in an anchor shape on each breast. This circular scar is made between the dark skin and the white skin or around the areola. A vertical scar is then made from the areola to the crease beneath the breast. Another curved incision from one end to the other will be made in the crease beneath the breast. Once the breast lift procedure is over, the distance between the bottom of the areola and the crease beneath the breast will decrease. This gap which might have been four to seven inches will reduce to two and a half to three inches. Anchor breast lifts are best for people who have severe drooping of breasts. This includes women who may have nipples at the belly button level. In such cases, a youthful shape cannot be achieved without the anchor scar.

The vertical or lollipop breast lift calls for a vertical scar from the crease beneath the breast to the bottom of the areola. In addition to this, a circular scar is made around the areola forming a lollipop shape. This procedure is used for women with moderate sagging. The cost of the procedure is approximately $4,055. This is cheaper than the anchor breast lift procedure which aims to correct extreme cases of sagging.

Dr. Foster also performs circular breast lifts. In this procedure, a circular incision is made around the nipple. All of the skin between the inner and outer circles are removed and discarded. Depending on the skin removed, there might be a difference in the circumference of the areola and the amount of skin which has to be re-attached. When stitched together, there might be some wrinkling around the edges for the first month or six weeks. However, these wrinkles will flatten out and disappear. The results of the breast lift will appear three to six months after the procedure.

A nipple lift can easily correct downward-facing nipples. This simple procedure can cost as little as $1,270 and is best for those who are looking for a nipple lift rather than a breast lift.

The last National Meeting of Plastic Surgeons brought evidence that unlike Dr. Foster, many surgeons prefer to provide patients with the anchor procedure rather than the more minor procedures. Dr. Foster’s ample experience has helped him develop the skills needed for both minor and major procedures. With this technical expertise and experience, he can help you find the right procedure for the best results. Talk to Dr. Foster today to find out more about how your breasts can become the highlight of your appearance!

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