Breast Lift in Brookline, MA
Address sagging breasts and restore a more youthful breast position with breast lift surgery at Darrow Plastic Surgery.
Mastopexy, or a breast lift, is a surgical cosmetic procedure performed to lift the breasts to a more youthful position. With the help of a breast lift in Brookline from Dr. Jeffrey Darrow, patients can enjoy perkier breasts that do not sag.
As we age, our breasts, along with every other part of our body, begins to change shape. Our skin loses elasticity (its ability to stay tight), and fat and muscles wane and shift.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, changes in weight, aging, gravity and genetics all play a part in how our breasts evolve over time. Some women notice only minor changes, while other notice significant ones.
Breast Augmentation with Lift
A breast lift can achieve some very successful results in women who wish to revitalize the appearance of their breasts, but a breast lift without implants will not change the size of the breasts. If you desire to both lift and increase the size of your breasts, you may consider combining a breast lift with a breast augmentation for optimal results.
A breast lift with implants can save time and money, since only one recovery period is required when a breast lift and augmentation are performed during the course of a single surgical session.
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Written onMarch 13, 2016
Dr. Darrow and his office assistant Helen are amazing. I went to three other surgeons before choosing Dr. Darrow for my tummy tuck and breast lift. I am thrilled at the outcomes. I was nervous about getting implants and Dr. Darrow assured me he could make me look fabulous without any additional size since I was happy how large I was when I had a bra on. I had lost over 60 pounds and had loose sagging abdominal skin and a deflated chest with severe ptosis. Healing for the breast lift was very easy, the time healing from the tummy tuck was longer, but without issues. It is a major surgery and you must be prepared to slow down while you recover. Any questions or concerns I had before or after the surgery were quickly answered personally by Dr. Darrow. I highly recommend him. My body looks amazing!
Who Is a Good Candidate for Breast Lift Surgery?
A breast lift may be appropriate for women who are concerned about sagging breasts, changes in breast shape, or a lower breast position. Breast lift surgery, also called mastopexy, removes excess skin and reshapes breast tissue to create a more elevated breast contour.
You may be a good candidate for a breast lift in Brookline, MA if you:
- Have breasts that have lost shape or position after pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes, or aging
- Notice that your nipples point downward or sit lower on the breast
- Have stretched skin or excess breast skin that affects your breast contour
- Are satisfied with your breast size but want a more lifted position
- Have realistic expectations about what breast lift surgery can achieve
- Are in generally good health and do not have medical conditions that could interfere with healing
- Are at or near a stable weight
Breast lift surgery does not significantly increase breast size. If you want to address breast sagging while also adding volume or fullness, breast lift surgery may be combined with breast augmentation. During a consultation, Dr. Jeffrey Darrow can evaluate your breast shape, skin quality, tissue, and goals to determine whether a breast lift alone or a combined procedure is appropriate.
Mastopexy Techniques
There are a number of incision patterns and techniques used to achieve a breast lift and they decided upon based on a number of factors such as breast size and shape, position and size of the areolas, the amount of sagging in the breast and the skin’s quality. Dr. Darrow will be able to recommend the best plan for you.
Let’s take a look at the variables for the breast lift procedure:
- Anesthesia comes first, of course, no matter the following plan, and can be done intravenously with sedation or under general.
- The incisions may be done in one of three ways: around the areola, around the areola and vertically down from the areola to the breast crease (key pattern), or around the areola, vertically down from the breast crease and horizontally along the breast crease.
- The breast tissue will be lifted and reshaped to the desired form and firmness. The nipple and areola will likely be repositioned to create the most natural and youthful appearance. On occasion, the areola may also be reshaped or resized as needed. Excess skin will be removed.
- The incisions will be closed and bandaged.
Breast Lift Recovery and Healing
You will notice initial results immediately, but full results will become more and more apparent as you heal and the swelling goes down. During your recovery, you will have certain guidelines and activity restrictions, which are put in place to ensure a healthy and speedy recovery. It is important that you follow your doctor’s orders. If you experience any shortness of breath or chest pains, seek medical attention right away.
Every surgical procedure has risks and it is important to know them. Ask questions and make sure you understand the answers during your consultation.
If you maintain a healthy weight and healthy lifestyle, your breast lift results will last you a long time. A breast lift does not prevent your breasts from the effects of aging in the future.
Breast Lift Cost
Determining the cost of a mastopexy procedure means looking at the details of the patient’s specific case. Price is dependent on factors like the techniques employed, surgical session time, and amount of tissue removed during the surgery.
Dr. Darrow’s Individualized Approach to Breast Lift
With more than 30 years of experience in cosmetic plastic surgery, Dr. Jeffrey Darrow brings extensive surgical experience and an aesthetic eye to breast lift surgery. As a board-certified plastic surgeon and member of leading professional organizations in plastic and aesthetic surgery, he combines technical expertise with careful attention to proportion, breast anatomy, and the details that shape your result.
Darrow Plastic Surgery has built its practice around personalized cosmetic surgery and attentive patient care. Dr. Darrow’s approach focuses on creating breast proportions that complement your overall anatomy rather than pursuing a predetermined shape or size. For patients considering breast lift surgery, you can work with an established, board-certified plastic surgeon in Brookline, MA, with decades of experience in cosmetic surgery.
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Contact Us for a Consultation
Dr. Jeffrey Darrow has performed numerous breast lifts for Brookline patients at Darrow Cosmetic Surgery. To schedule your mastopexy consultation, contact us today.
