Many women realize as they age that their breasts are no longer in the same position that they once were. A breast suspension surgery or mastopexy could be the answer to the problem. It is important that you follow a few simple steps to make sure that your surgery goes as well as it can. Breasts tend to sag with age, after having lost a great deal of weight and following pregnancies.
The first thing that you should do is find a board certified plastic surgeon to complete the surgery. The right plastic surgeon will also make sure that you are a good candidate for the surgery when you have your initial consultation. Your doctor will ensure that you are in the right frame of mind for the surgery and that you have realistic expectations about your breast suspension surgery.
You will also be evaluated to determine if you are in good physical condition for the surgery. Many people who are interested in this type of surgery are in good physical shape, but are unable to get the tone that they would like in their breasts. Your skin and the size of your breasts will also be evaluated during your consultation with the doctor. The doctor will also ask you questions about your weight and if you plan to lose weight after the surgery. Some women will experience a change in the size of her breasts with weight loss. The doctor may recommend that you wait until after you have reached your weight loss goals to have the breast suspension surgery.
A woman can suffer a significant blow to her self esteem and confidence if she is uncomfortable with the appearance of her body. Cosmetic surgery can help a woman feel better and carry herself with confidence.
The particular procedure that your cosmetic surgeon will use for your breast suspension surgery will depend on the shape of the breasts and your particular preference. The most common procedure for this type of surgery involves three incisions. The first incision is made around the areola, the next is made from the bottom side of the areola to the area under the breast and the third is a horizontal incision that is made under the breast along the curve of the breast. The nipple is left in place so that a woman who plans to have children after the surgery will still be able to breast feed.
Even though it is possible to breast feed after having a breast suspension surgery, a woman should consider losing the positive effects that she will receive from having it done. Doctors will suggest that you wait to have the surgery until after you have had your last child.
The risks to this surgery are very low, but with all surgeries there can be risk. You should discuss the risks with your doctor to determine what your personal risk is with the surgery, but the typical risks that can be associated with surgery are bleeding, a reaction to anesthesia and infection. Your risks will be diminished by following the advice of your doctor after the surgery.