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Breast Lift/Uplift Surgery (Mastopexy) |
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Breast uplift surgery, is one of a procedure that firms
and lifts the breasts to restore the former, fuller appearance of your bust
line. Breasts of any size can be lifted, and many women have a breast lift
because pregnancy and breast feeding have left them with stretched skin and
less volume in their breasts.
The surgery does not increase the size of your breasts, but it is commonly
done at the same time as a
breast augmentation when a bigger bust is desired, so that not only the
firmness but also the volume of your breasts will be increased. |
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Breast Uplift Surgery Procedure |
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There are a few techniques that are used in breast lift surgery. The
most common way of lifting the breast involves three separate incisions.
One incision is made around the nipple, another vertical incision runs from
the bottom edge of the nipple to the crease under the breast, and the third
incision is horizontal from beneath the breast and follows the natural curve
of the breast crease. Your surgeon removes the excess breast skin and then
shifts the nipple and areola to a higher position. The skin that had been
located above the areola is brought down and together beneath it. Sensation is
kept because the nipples and areolas remain attached to underlying mounds of
tissue, which also allows the ability to breast-feed. Sometimes the horizontal
incision beneath the breast and the vertical incision can be avoided in other
techniques. |
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How long does breast lift surgery take? |
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Breast augmentation & uplift is an operation that usually takes 2-2.5 hours
to complete using a general anesthetic. |
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What can I expect from the surgery? |
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Your expectations need to be realistic. Patients are pleased with the
outcome and find they have a feeling of increased self-confidence. Your
breasts will be bigger, firmer & have much more volume. The overall
achievement will be having a completely natural look that compliments your
figure. |
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Recovery after Breast Lift Surgery |
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What will happen in the recovery period? |
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You will feel tired and sore for a few days and will have slight swelling
and bruising which is only natural. Most of your discomfort will be subsided
with prescription medication. Following the operation you will have a light
dressing in place which will need to be kept dry for 2 weeks. After 2 weeks
your dressing will be removed and the wound inspected and lightly cleaned. The
scars will be firm and pink for at least six weeks and may remain the same
size for several months and it is important to keep in mind that they may take
up to 2 years to fade. You will have follow-up visits in the months after
uplift surgery to check on your progress. |
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What is the recovery time? |
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This will depend on the individual patient however most patients are able
to go back to work after a week. Although you can walk about and do very light
activities from the next day it is advisable not to do anything strenuous for
7-10 days. The average recovery time is between 1-2 weeks. |
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