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Breast Lift Plastic Surgery Procedure

Certain breast types are considered more conventionally attractive than others, and aging and childbirth can dramatically alter a woman’s breasts.

For women that are unhappy with their breasts and want to remedy stretched or sagging skin, the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams specializes in a breast lift, or mastopexy.

A breast lift is a surgery designed to correct breasts that sit low on the chest wall due to stretched or sagging skin.

 

Why Choose The Williams Center for Breast Lift in Albany?

Our specialized surgeons have worked with women of all body types to change the shape and size of their breasts and to improve their self-esteem and quality of life.

At the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams, breast lift surgery is performed by our breast and body surgeon Dr. Alfredo Lloreda

With years of experience performing breast lifts and breast surgeries of all kinds, our specialized breast and body surgeons work with every woman to ensure she feels comfortable and confident in her decision to undergo a breast lift.

Our team fully customizes breast lift surgery to address each woman’s concerns and to provide exceptional care from your first phone call to your last follow-up appointment, and beyond.

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The degrees of ptosis are:

01

First degree

  • Significant breast tissue falls below the inframammary fold
  • Nipple lies at the level of the fold with minimal downturn
  • Breasts appear more "bottom-heavy" than sagging
  • May retain some upper-pole fullness
02

Second degree

  • Upper pole of the breast may appear "deflated"
  • Breast tissue migrates to the lower pole
  • Nipple downturn becomes more apparent
  • Nipple-areola complex falls below the inframammary fold
  • Nipple still sits above the lowest portion of breast tissue
03

Third degree

  • Nipple points downward and sits below the inframammary fold
  • Nipple is at the lowest part of the breast
  • Most breast tissue falls below the inframammary fold
  • Appearance of a downturned, rounded breast
  • Breast has migrated down the chest wall
04

Pseudoptosis

  • Naturally bottom-heavy breasts leading to a sagging appearance
  • Forward-facing nipple-areola complex above the inframammary fold
  • Significant portion of breast tissue below the inframammary fold
  • Known as "false ptosis"

What is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a procedure designed to remove stretched skin and reshape the breast tissue to lift the breasts to a higher, more youthful, and more symmetrical position on the chest wall.

Most women who seek a breast lift have a condition called breast ptosis (pronounced: TOE-sis), which is the technical term for breast sagging.

Ptosis can occur naturally over time, as the combination of gravity and the weight of breast tissue stretches the skin and ligaments and causes the breasts to sit lower on the chest.

Mastopexy is highly customizable and can be adapted to correct all degrees of ptosis.

For each woman, the degree of ptosis is classified according to the relationship between the nipple and the inframammary fold (the crease below the breast where the breast meets the chest wall).

In the normal breast, the nipple lies above the inframammary fold and on the mound of the breast.

Each woman who visits us seeking a breast lift has various degrees of ptosis, or sagging, depending on:

  • Genetic history
  • Weight fluctuations
  • Pregnancy history
  • Other factors

Mastopexy is highly customizable and can correct all degrees of ptosis. The degree of ptosis is classified based on the nipple’s position relative to the inframammary fold (the crease below the breast).

In a normal breast:

  • The nipple lies above the inframammary fold
  • The nipple is positioned on the breast mound

This classification helps determine the most appropriate surgical approach for each patient.

 

Can Breast Lift Be Combined With Other Procedures?

A breast lift can be part of a larger transformation. Many women, especially after pregnancy and breastfeeding, combine it with other procedures to achieve their desired results. 

Combining a breast lift with:

  • Breast augmentation: enhances both shape and volume, often requiring smaller implants.
  • Tummy tuck or liposuction: completes a “mommy makeover” by addressing loose skin and fat in the abdomen and flanks.
  • Fat transfer: sculpts an hourglass figure by adding volume to the hips or buttocks.

 

 

How Much Does a Breast Lift Cost?

While the average surgeon’s fee for a breast lift is $6,816, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, it’s crucial to understand that this is only part of the overall expense. The total cost will vary based on:

  • Surgeon’s Fee: Influenced by experience, procedure type, and location
  • Anesthesia: Fees for the anesthesiologist
  • Facility Fees: Costs associated with the operating room or surgical facility
  • Medical Tests: Pre and postoperative evaluations
  • Post-Surgery Garments: Specialized support garments
  • Medications: Prescriptions for pain or infection prevention

When combining a breast lift with implants, women can expect to pay between $10,000 and $12,000.

Insurance generally does not cover breast lifts. The Williams Center collaborates with PatientFi to provide patients with convenient financing solutions for plastic surgery. 

Through PatientFi, you can access affordable payment plans tailored to make your procedure and payments manageable.

 

Causes of Sagging Breasts

Whether breasts are large or small, ptosis is inevitable. Time and gravity will cause some amount of ptosis for every woman as she ages beyond adolescence.

The degree of ptosis, however, does vary from woman to woman.

A variety of elements contribute to this difference, including:

  • Breasts, composed of ligaments, fat, and connective tissue, naturally droop as these components lose elasticity and stretch over time.
  • Larger, heavier natural breasts tend to sag more quickly.
  • Genetics, diet, aging, and breast size influence the rate of ptosis.
  • Pregnancy, breastfeeding, menopause, and significant weight loss can accelerate breast drooping.
  • Even women without pregnancies or weight fluctuations may experience breast sagging.

But just because breast sagging is inevitable doesn’t mean patients need to live with these unwanted changes. Mastopexy may be an option for those who are experiencing ptosis for any reason and are unhappy with their appearance as a result.

 

Breast Lift Consultation

During the plastic surgery consultation for a breast lift in Albany, patients can expect the following:

Evaluation

Dr. Lloreda will determine if you are a suitable candidate for breast lift surgery.

He will do a comprehensive breast examination to check for:

  • Swelling or bulging
  • Skin malformations
  • Bra shoulder strap grooving
  • Current nipple sensitivity and position
  • Distance between different parts of the breast

Assessment

Dr. Lloreda will look at:

  • Breast size and symmetry
  • Chest wall size, shape, and height
  • Weight

Discussion

Expect a detailed explanation of the cosmetic breast surgery procedure to answer any questions you may have.

This is your opportunity to ask questions about:

  • Expected results
  • Potential risks
  • Cost of the procedure
  • Other concerns

Recommendations

Based on the evaluation and assessment, Dr. Lloreda will provide appropriate recommendations tailored to the patient’s individual needs and goals.

The Breast Lift Procedure

Breast lift surgery is a relatively comfortable and low-risk procedure because it works only with the patient’s natural breast tissue and does not involve manipulation of underlying glands or muscles.

Depending on the patient’s concerns, Dr. Lloreda will use one of two breast lift incision techniques: a lollipop incision or an anchor incision.

 

01

Lollipop Breast Lift

The lollipop incision is the most commonly used breast lift technique at the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams.
It uses a circular incision around the nipple-areola complex and a vertical incision between the areola and the inframammary fold — resulting in the lollipop-shaped scar for which the technique is named.
This incision allows Dr. Lloreda to access and reposition the breast tissue, trim away some excess skin and suture the incisions closed with the nipple in a more lifted position — evenly distributing breast tissue between the upper and lower poles.

02

Anchor Breast Lift

The anchor incision is like the lollipop technique but uses a small horizontal incision along the inframammary fold to create the anchor shape.
This technique is often better suited for women who have a higher degree of ptosis and require more excision of loose skin to achieve their best results.
Since the extra portion of the incision is well hidden in the fold below the breast, there is no significant difference in visible scarring between the two procedures and our patients find that the slightly larger incision is worthwhile.

03

Breast Lift

In both types of breast lift, the nipple remains connected to the underlying mammary glands and does not interfere with a woman’s ability to breastfeed in the future.
Scars are easily hidden even in low-cut tops, swimsuits, and undergarments. Dr. Lloreda also uses internal sutures to minimize the appearance of visible scars.
While general anesthesia is available, patients can also choose a combination of twilight and local anesthesia to reduce discomfort after the procedure.
Breast lifts at the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams are most commonly performed as outpatient procedures.

Breast Lift Recovery

Patients will return home the same day as their mastopexy in the care of a responsible adult who can serve as a caretaker for the first 24 hours after surgery.

Dr. Lloreda uses automatic pain pumps to keep patients comfortable in the first few days post-op, eliminating the need for narcotics, which often come with unwanted side effects.

The Plastic Surgery Center at Williams recommends planning for one to two weeks away from work or daily responsibilities, and three to four weeks away from strenuous activities like heavy lifting or exercising.

Overall, the recovery from a breast lift is more comfortable than that of many other breast procedures, since the surgery only involves surface-level incisions and has few associated risks.

As with any surgery, there are possible complications, including infection, poor scar tissue development and decrease in nipple sensation. However, Dr. Lloreda’s techniques and recovery instructions are designed to minimize risks and ensure patient safety above all.

 

Schedule a Breast Lift Consultation

Call us today at (518) 786-7000

Mastopexy is an excellent solution for women who are not happy with the appearance of their breasts but who have a good amount of natural breast tissue and do not need or want implants.

Women who undergo this procedure find that it delivers beautiful, natural-looking results that do not interfere with their long-term lifestyle choices.

Breast lifts can reduce the need for a woman to wear specialty or uncomfortable undergarments, which can expand wardrobe choices for tops with open backs or low-cut necklines.

A mastopexy can also improve the appearance of the breasts in swimsuits or lingerie without structured cups.

Most importantly, a breast lift can make a significant difference in a woman’s self-confidence, as sagging breasts can age the appearance, be uncomfortable or cause a woman to feel like her body is changing in ways she doesn’t like.

At the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams, it is our goal to help every woman feel confident in herself and her body every day.

To set up a consultation for a breast lift, contact the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams in Albany, New York by calling (518) 786-7000 or completing the contact form today.