Why Consider a Breast Lift?
A breast lift procedure, also known as a mastopexy, has been an exceedingly successful tool for many women seeking to revitalize their figures. For women, the aging process takes a toll not only on their faces, but also noticeably so on their breasts. Skin loses elasticity over time, causing the breasts to sag and lose their natural shape. A woman’s breasts often experience numerous changes through pregnancy and weight loss or gain; causing their size to fluctuate, further exacerbating sagging. It is important for anyone considering surgery to be in good overall health and to maintain realistic goals and expectations in order for Dr. Savalia to maximize their surgical success. For any woman considering a breast lift, it may be best to wait until you are not planning on having any additional children; as pregnancy can greatly affect the size and shape of the breast, as well as causing additional sagging.
The breast lift surgery itself is achieved through a variety of techniques. Dr. Savalia will evaluate your breasts and the appropriate method for the lift, in order to achieve the best results. The most common methods involve and anchor-like incision or a lollipop-like incision on the breast. Dr. Savalia removes excess skin while repositioning the nipple an areola in a higher, more youthful placement. It is a misconception that only women with larger breasts need or want lift. Although the degree of sagging may be less severe, many women with smaller breasts seek a lift to regain a more youthful appearance. Depending on the breast size, Dr. Savalia may modify the procedure, utilizing less extensive incisions to minimize scarring. Breast implants can also but used to achieve larger, fuller breasts, as many women feel that they have lost breast tissue through the aging process.
December 07 2009 11:14 am | breast lift
