Breast lift
The breast lift is a surgery that restores a more youthful position to a woman’s breasts. Over time, the breasts can change as a result of several factors including pregnancy, breast-feeding, weight gain, weight loss, the effects of gravity, heredity and aging.
At Overlake plastic surgeons in Bellevue, we can perform a breast lift to correct breast sagging, sometimes in combination with other cosmetic breast enhancements.
How Breast Lift Surgery Works
During this procedure, the breast tissue is lifted up and repositioned by removing excessive skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape the breast and add support.
The nipple is positioned higher and in some cases, the areola can also be reduced in size. There are different techniques that Dr. Leff may utilize with this surgery. Most breast lift surgeries require an incision around the nipple and a vertical incision traveling down toward the breast crease.
Breast Lift With Augmentation
Sometimes a breast lift is performed in conjunction with breast augmentation. This procedure, which is often called “augmentation mastopexy” is most appropriate when patients exhibit breast sagging as well as deficient breast fullness.
The breast lift with augmentation can restore breast volume, improve breast position, and restore a more appealing overall contour to the breasts.
Benefits and Risks of the Breast Lift
Deciding to undergo a procedure such as breast lift surgery is a personal decision. A patient should first compare the risks and benefits of the procedure and then decide if the procedure is acceptable in light of her individual values and goals.
Some of the benefits of breast lift surgery are as follows:
- Enhanced breast position
- Firmer breasts
- Improved nipple position
Some of the risks of breast lift surgery include the following:
- Complications related to delayed healing
- Loss of nipple sensation
- Adverse reactions to anesthesia
As a trained, board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Leff takes all necessary precautions to minimize the risks of this surgery and provide the aesthetic outcome his patients desire.
How much does a breast lift cost in Bellevue, Washington?
The price of a breast lift varies depending on the type of breast lift needed to address your concerns. In your complimentary consultation with Bellevue plastic surgeon Dr. Michael A. Leff, you will receive detailed pricing information about all of the costs related to breast lift.
Schedule a consultation at our Bellevue, Washington plastic surgery office to get more information. Call 425-454-5133 or send us an email to inquire about breast lift surgery in Bellevue, WA.
