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Procedure | Raise and reshape sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning remaining tissue and nipples. Breast Lift (Mastopexy) |
Length | One to three hours. |
Anesthesia | Local with sedation, or general. |
In/Outpatient | Usually outpatient. Sometimes inpatient. |
Side Effects | Temporary bruising, swelling, discomfort, numbness, dry breast skin; permanent scars. |
Risks | Thick, wide scars; skin loss; infection; unevenly positioned nipples; permanent loss of feeling in nipples or breast. |
Recovery |
Back to work: one week or more. Strenuous activities: one month. Fading of scars: several months to a year. |
Duration of results | Variable
Results may last longer or be enhanced when breast implants are inserted as part of the procedure. |
Actual patient photographs available at time of consult.
With your help, we can make ambitious innovations in clinical care and education for our community.