Most women who have had children and/or breastfed will have some degree of droop to their breasts from the expansion and then deflation effects of hormones on breast growth. If this is an issue for you and you have reasonable breast volume then it is likely that a breast lift (also called mastopexy) is the best operation for you. Read Lift or not to lift article. Of course time, exercise and gravity can also have an effect on breast shape and cause a less perky look. As a general guide if you like the look of your breasts when they are well supported in an unpadded bra but don’t like the look of your naked breasts then a breast lift alone is likely going to be sufficient for your needs. There are strict rules however a Medicare item number (and therefore private health insurance cover) is available for some patients. Breast lift explained
The operation aims to firstly reposition the nipple to a higher and more appropriate position on the chest wall. Secondly the skin envelope is tightened and this will leave some scars which will vary depending on the specific technique utilised when your surgery has been individualised to your needs. Most of the time a minimal scar technique can be used but this should be discussed with your surgeon. Thirdly the breast gland is tightened in order to give a firmer and more youthful appearance.
Any invasive procedure carries risks and individual results may vary depending on factors, not limited to but including age, genetics, diet, lifestyle and existing medical conditions. Before any surgery, we recommend you consult a qualified health practitioner who should discuss at length these risks, including possible complications and recovery instructions specific to your procedure. If unsure, always seek a second opinion from a specialist surgeon.
19-29 year old treated with vertical Mastopexy (mild grade 1 tuberous breast deformity)
19-29 year old treated with vertical Mastopexy (mild grade 1 tuberous breast deformity)
55-64 year old treated with Mastopexy (Requesting breast lift for D cup saggy breasts. Minimal scar horizontal technique)
55-64 year old treated with Mastopexy (Requesting breast lift for D cup saggy breasts. Minimal scar horizontal technique)
25-34 year old treated with Mastopexy (12 C cup breasts with ptosis. Minimal scar horizontal breast lift with fat grafting to the upper pole)
25-34 year old treated with Mastopexy (12 C cup breasts with ptosis. Minimal scar horizontal breast lift with fat grafting to the upper pole)
45-54 year old woman treated with Mastopexy (Bilateral minimal scar horizontal breast lift
45-54 year old woman treated with Mastopexy (Bilateral minimal scar horizontal breast lift
Any invasive procedure carries risks and individual results may vary depending on factors, not limited to but including age, genetics, diet, lifestyle and existing medical conditions. Before any surgery, we recommend you consult a qualified health practitioner who should discuss at length these risks, including possible complications and recovery instructions specific to your procedure. If unsure, always seek a second opinion from a specialist surgeon.
25-34 year old treated with Breast Lift (Wise pattern superior pedicle)
25-34 year old treated with Breast Lift (Wise pattern superior pedicle)
45-54 year old treated with Breast Lift (Wise pattern central pedicle with parenchymal repositioning)
45-54 year old treated with Breast Lift (Wise pattern central pedicle with parenchymal repositioning)
35-44 year old treated with Breast Lift (Wise pattern, superomedial pedicle with parenchymal coning. Correction of asymmetry)
35-44 year old treated with Breast Lift (Wise pattern, superomedial pedicle with parenchymal coning. Correction of asymmetry)
