Breast Lift

Breast Tightening Treatment in Hyderabad, India

A breast lift, also called mastopexy, is a surgical procedure performed by plastic surgeons in India at CARE Hospitals to alter the shape of the breasts. Excess skin is removed and breast tissue is reshaped during a breast lift to raise the mammary glands.

If your breasts sag or your nipples point downward, you may want to consider having a breast lift. These lifts may also improve one’s confidence and comfort.

A breast implant will not significantly increase the size of your breasts. A breast lift, on the other hand, can be performed in conjunction with breast augmentation or reduction.

Risks 

Breast lifts can include the following risks:

• Scarring- While scars are permanent, they will soften and fade within one to two years. Breast lift scars are usually concealed by bras and bathing suits. Scars can become thick and wide as a result of poor healing in rare cases.

• Nipple changes or breast sensation- While sensation usually returns within a few weeks, in some people loss of feeling may be permanent. Typically, the erotic sensation is unaffected.

• Size and shape irregularities- This could occur as a result of changes that occur during the healing process. In addition, surgery may not be able to correct pre-existing asymmetry. 

• Partial or total nipple loss- During a breast lift, the blood supply to the nipple or areola is rarely cut off. This can cause damage to the breast tissue in the area, leading to the partial or total loss of the nipple or areola. 

• Breast-feeding difficulties- While breastfeeding is usually possible after a breast lift, some women may have difficulty producing enough milk.

How to prepare for breast lift

When you first visit a plastic surgeon for a breast lift, they will likely do the following:

• Review Your Medical History: Be ready to answer questions about your health, including any past medical conditions and whether there’s a family history of breast cancer. They will also want to know about any medications you are currently taking or have taken, as well as any previous surgeries.
• Physical Exam: The surgeon will examine your breasts to understand your treatment options. They will check the position of your nipples and areolas and assess the quality of your skin, as well-toned skin helps maintain the lift after surgery. The surgeon may take pictures of your breasts for your medical records.
• Discuss Your Expectations: Share why you want the breast lift and what results you hope to achieve. Make sure you understand the potential risks and benefits, including scarring and possible changes in nipple or breast sensation.

Before undergoing a breast lift, you might also need to:

• Schedule a Mammogram: The surgeon may suggest a baseline mammogram before your surgery and another a few months afterward to monitor changes in your breast tissue.
• Quit Smoking: If you smoke, it’s important to stop because smoking can slow down the healing process due to reduced blood flow to the skin.
• Avoid Certain Medications: You should avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements, as these can increase the risk of bleeding.
• Arrange for Recovery Help: Plan for someone to drive you home after surgery and stay with you during your initial recovery, as you may need assistance with daily activities, like washing your hair.
• Maintain a Healthy Weight: If you've gained weight recently, consider adjusting your diet or starting an exercise program to help reach a healthy weight before the surgery.

Signs you may need a breast lift 

There are no signs and symptoms that may ask you to opt for breast lifts. This is the type of cosmetic surgery that is optional.

A Breast Lifting Treatment in Hyderabad can reduce sagging and raise the position of the nipples as well as the darker area surrounding the nipples (areolae). The size of the areolae is also reduced to keep them in shape with the new mammary. 

The signs you may need the surgery-

• Your breasts sag — they've lost shape and volume, or they've become flatter and longer. 

• When your breasts are unsupported, your nipples will fall below your breast creases. 

• Your nipples and areola point downward. 

• Your areolas have grown out of proportion to your breasts. 

• One of your breasts is sagging.

It depends on

• Pregnancy- A breast lift is not for everyone. If you plan to become pregnant in the near future, you may want to postpone getting a breast lift. During pregnancy, your breasts may stretch and negate the effects of the lift. 

• Breast-feeding effects- Although breastfeeding is usually possible after a breast lift because the nipples aren't separated from the underlying breast tissue, some women may have difficulty producing enough milk. 

• Size- While a breast lift can be performed on breasts of any size, women with smaller sagging breasts will likely see longer-lasting results. Larger breasts are heavier, making them more likely to sag again.

Diagnosis 

• One of the top plastic surgeons in Dubai will conduct a physical examination- to know about the blood pressure and blood glucose levels. 

• Further, the blood levels and other biological analyses will be done before the surgery at CARE Hospitals in India.

• Examine your medical history- Prepare to answer questions about your current and previous medical conditions. If you have a family history of breast cancer, tell the doctor. The mammograms or breast biopsies will be analysed. Doctors should be thorough with the medications (ones recently taken). Your doctor should also know about the past surgeries. 

• Physical exam- The doctor will examine your breasts, including the position of your nipples and areolas, to determine your treatment options. The doctors will also evaluate the skin tone and quality. The photographs will be recorded for further analysis and during the operation.

• Know expectations- Explain why you want a breast lift and what you hope to achieve in terms of appearance after the procedure. Doctors will make you thorough with the risks and benefits, including scarring and changes in nipple or breast sensation.

Treatment 

• A breast tightening treatment can be performed in a hospital or an outpatient surgical facility at CARE Hospitals. Sedation and local anaesthesia are sometimes used to numb only a portion of your body during the procedure. In other cases, general anaesthesia (which renders you unconscious) is advised.

During the surgery 

• The techniques used to remove breast skin and reshape breast tissue differ. 

• The technique used by your plastic surgeon at CARE Hospitals will determine the location of the incisions and the resulting scars. 

• Your doctor may make the following incisions: 

1. Areola area- it is the dark area surrounding the nipples 

2. Extending lower at the areolae to the breasts.

3. Horizontally along the breast creases 

• Your doctor may place stitches deep within your breasts to reshape your breast tissue and, if necessary, reduce the size of your areolae.

• He or she will remove excess breast skin and raise the nipples. Your doctor will then stitch the breast skin together and close the incisions with stitches, surgical tape, or skin adhesives.

Procedure

A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure aimed at raising and reshaping the breasts for a more youthful and firm appearance. The specific details of the procedure may vary depending on individual needs, but here is an overview of the typical steps involved in a breast lift:

• Anesthesia: The procedure begins with the administration of anesthesia. You and your surgeon will discuss whether general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation is most appropriate for your case.
• Incision: The surgeon makes incisions on the breast, typically following one of three common patterns:
• Around the areola (peri-areolar incision): This is suitable for minor adjustments and minimal lifting.
• Around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease (lollipop or vertical incision): This is suitable for moderate lifting and reshaping.
• Around the areola, vertically down to the breast crease, and horizontally along the crease (anchor or inverted "T" incision): This is appropriate for more extensive lifting and reshaping, often required in cases of significant sagging.
• Reshaping and Lifting: After making the incisions, the surgeon reshapes the breast tissue and repositions the nipple and areola to a more elevated position. Excess skin is removed to create a tighter and more youthful breast appearance.
• Areola Adjustment: If necessary, the size of the areola may be reduced to match the new breast shape.
• Closing Incisions: The incisions are carefully closed with sutures. The choice of sutures and techniques may vary, and dissolvable stitches are often used.
• Recovery: After the procedure, you will be monitored in a recovery area to ensure your initial healing is proceeding well. You may be fitted with a surgical bra or bandage to provide support and minimize swelling.
• Scarring: While every effort is made to minimize scarring, breast lift surgery does leave scars. These scars will gradually fade over time but may remain visible to some extent.

What side effect should I call a doctor for a breast lift?

Here are the side effects after a breast lift that should prompt you to call your doctor:

• Severe Pain: Intense pain that doesn't improve with medication.
• Excessive Bleeding: Significant bleeding that soaks through dressings.
• Signs of Infection: Increased redness, swelling, warmth, or fever.
• Fluid Buildup: Unusual swelling around the incision site.
• Nipple Sensation Changes: Sudden numbness or loss of feeling in the nipples.
• Unusual Discharge: Foul-smelling discharge from the incisions.
• Breathlessness or Chest Pain: Difficulty breathing or chest pain.
• High Fever: Fever above 101°F (38.3°C).
• Excessive Swelling: Swelling that doesn’t go down.

Breast Lift Results

You’ll notice results immediately after your surgery, but it can take a few months for your breasts to reach their final appearance. Some incision lines will be concealed, while others will be more visible on the surface of your breasts. Although these lines won't completely disappear, they usually fade and become less noticeable over time.

The results of a breast lift may not be permanent. Some women opt for a follow-up breast lift later on as a “touch-up” procedure to alter the overall appearance of their breasts, though they may not require a full procedure again.

Why choose CARE Hospitals in India?

Breast lift surgery (mastopexy) is a procedure that improves the shape, appearance, and contour of the breasts. Women's breasts can sag for a variety of reasons, including age, pregnancy, weight fluctuations, genetics, lifestyle, and others. A breast-lifting treatment in CARE Hospitals in India revitalizes the figure while making the breast profile uplifted and youthful. Our team of experts and medical professionals in breast lifting treatment in Hyderabad will guide you through and prepare an individual treatment plan.