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Breast Lift
WHO IS A CANDIDATE:
- If you have sagging breasts due to
past pregnancies, genetics, or aging.
- If sagging is too great to be treated
with an implant alone.
- If your nipple-areolar complexes (pigmented
areas around nipples) are enlarged.
INTENDED RESULTS:
- An elevated, more youthful breast
contour.
- Nipple-areolar complexes of the desired
size and at the correct height.
PRECEDURE DESCRIPTION:
- The procedure is done on an outpatient
basis under sedation and local or general
anesthesia.
- The design of the incisions can vary
but usually include incisions around
the nipple-areolar complex and in the
crease under the breast.
- The nipple-areolar complex is repositioned
higher, the excess skin is removed, and
the breast is reshaped in a pleasing
contour and in a more normal position.
- The insertion of an implant as well,
may or may not be advisable.
RECUPERATION AND HEALING:
- The patient goes home in a bra with
only light dressings over the incision
lines.
- The bra is worn as a “dressing” for
2-3 weeks.
- Sutures are usually completely removed
within 2-3 weeks.
- Initial discomfort is easily controlled
with oral medication.
- Light activities may be started in
7-10 days.
OTHER OPTIONS
Additional procedures which
may enhance the result are a small Breast
Reduction or Breast Enlargement.
INSURANCE GUIDELINES
This procedure is
considered cosmetic and therefore is
not covered by insurance. The patient is
responsible for payment.
NOTE: The specific risks and suitability
of this procedure for a given individual
can be determined only at the time of
consultation. All surgical procedures
have some degree of risk. Minor complications
that do not affect the outcome occur
occasionally. Major complications are
rare.
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