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Breast Lift

Posted On: 04-22-2015
Breast Lift

What is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift is performed to reshape and lift sagging breasts. During the procedure, excess fat, tissue, and skin are removed from the breasts. Silicone or saline breast implants can also be placed during a breast lift.

Also Known As:

  • Mastopexy
  • Boob lift
  • Breast lift surgery
  • Breast surgery
  • Lollipop

Conditions Treated with a Breast Lift:

A breast lift is utilized to treat sagging breasts. Breasts can sag due to aging, extreme or rapid weight loss, or other factors.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to a Breast Lift:

There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to a breast lift. Breast augmentation may be performed as a surgical alternative.

Anesthesia with a Breast Lift:

A breast lift is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from a Breast Lift:

Potential risks of a breast lift include bleeding, infection, scarring, or a negative reaction to the anesthesia. Possible complications also include swelling, soreness, bruising, or loss of nipple sensitivity following the procedure.

Prognosis after a Breast Lift:

The prognosis for a good end result following a breast lift is good.

Recovery from a Breast Lift:

The total recovery period for a breast lift is about four weeks.

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