Breast Lift Surgery
Maybe you have thought for years what it would be like to be a C instead of an A. Maybe you have had back problems and need to explore surgical breast reduction. Maybe you have had breast cancer and need reconstructive surgery for one or both breasts, or maybe you just want to put them back where they used to be.
Whatever the need, breast augmentation is a growing area of cosmetic surgery, and now there are more options than ever. Breast and body lift surgery is now less invasive with better post-surgical results.
Because there are so many procedures and options available it is important to find an experienced, reputable board certified breast surgeon who can design the best procedure for you and your breasts. Experience counts: ask to see before and after breast lift photos.
When you have your initial consultation, the surgeon will want to discuss your goals and expectations. Be prepared to talk about the size and shape you desire and your feelings about the procedure. This goes without saying, but also be prepared to take off your shirt.
Make sure your breast lift surgeon includes you in the decision about the type of implant, where it will be insert and where the incision will be made. The surgeon should give you all the options available based on your body type.
How much does Breast Lift Surgery Cost?
The cost of breast lift augmentation varies widely, and is dependent upon many factors, including the region, the demand and skill of the surgeon, whether the procedure takes place in a hospital or cosmetic medical clinic, what type of anesthesia, and lastly, what type of surgery you choose.
Breast lifts (and brow lifts) also have non-surgical options, such as a laser bra surgery. This breast procedure utilizes laser therapy to lift breasts by tightening the breast support tissue. Recovery time is shorter than that of surgical breast treatments, and decreased nipple sensitivity, which can be an issue with traditional breast surgery.
How Does a Breast Surgery Work?
There are a couple of ways to make breasts look better. One of these procedures is called a breast augmentation. A breast augmentation is done by surgically inserting a breast implant under breast tissue.
Another procedure is a breast lift, with or without augmentation. Breast lift procedures are used to treat sagging breasts secondary to aging or nursing. In this procedure, breast tissue is removed and the breast skin is tightened and lifted.
What Can I Expect During the Procedure?
Breast surgery can be performed either in an outpatient office while you are awake (local anesthesia) or in a hospital where you will be asleep (general anesthesia). The procedure lasts one to three hours.
What can I Expect During Recovery?
Breasts will be bruised, sore and swollen. There may be some pain, but that can be easily treated with prescription pain medication. A surgical bra will need to be worn until the swelling has subsided. You can usually go back to work within a week, though heavy lifting is prohibited.
How To Prepare For Your Breast Lift
Making the decision to have a breast lift will require you to prepare, that is, if you want to have the best possible outcome. There are some things that you should do to make sure that you are the ideal candidate and that your breast lift restores your appearance in exactly the way that you want.
You should be sure that you are in good physical condition for your breast lift. The ideal candidate for this surgery is one that eats a well balanced diet and gets plenty of exercise. Many older women undergo a breast lift when diet and exercise alone are not able to restore the tone of the breasts. A breast lift can restore the appearance of breasts that have begun to sag because of aging.
Other women choose to have a breast lift after they have lost a great deal of weight. If this is your situation, you should make sure that you have lost all of the weight that you want before you have your breast lift. The doctor may recommend that you wait if you are still in the process of losing weight.
Choosing your doctor is the next step to preparing for your breast lift. Any time you are planning to have cosmetic surgery, it is important that you look for a board certified doctor. You should also look for a surgeon who is experienced in performing the breast lift surgery. Once you have chosen the doctor that you want to perform your surgery, schedule an appointment for a consultation.
During the consultation the doctor will ask you questions about your medical history and reasons for the breast lift. You can ask the doctor questions during this time about his background and experience with this type of surgery. The doctor should examine your breasts to determine your skin tone and the extent of the work that is necessary.
You and the doctor will develop a plan for your breast lift surgery. He will let you know what you can expect during the surgery and while you are recovering. It is also during this time that the doctor will let you know how to prepare for the surgery. The doctor will most likely advise you to stop taking certain vitamins and any medication such as ibuprofen and aspirin before your surgery. He may also require you to have a mammogram before you undergo surgery.
It is important that you prepare in advance for when you will come home from the hospital. Arrange to have someone take you home and stay with you for the first twenty four hours at least. You should plan to get plenty of rest after your breast lift surgery.
Making sure that you are in good physical condition before you have a breast lift is a good way to make sure that your recovery is speedy. Your body will need you to be in good health to get through the surgery with ease. Preparing for your breast lift surgery is one of the most important things that you can do to make sure that it goes exactly as you want.