Breast Lift
Over the years, factors such as pregnancy, nursing, and the force of gravity take their toll on a woman’s breasts.
As the skin loses its elasticity, the breasts often lose shape and firmness and begin to sag. Breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure to raise and reshape sagging breasts.
At Delatte Plastic Surgery, Skin Care, and Wellness, Dr. Stephen J. Delatte, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, specializes in natural-looking breast rejuvenation. He takes a personalized approach to ensure your results are proportionate, balanced, and tailored to your body’s natural beauty.
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that raises and reshapes the breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the breast tissue and nipples for a firmer, more youthful look. The procedure does not add volume but can be combined with breast implants if additional fullness is desired.
Dr. Delatte tailors each breast lift to the patient's natural breast size, proportions, and desired outcome, ensuring results that enhance, rather than alter, your natural beauty.
Dr. Delatte will recommend the best incision type based on your breast size, degree of sagging, and desired results:
For women who want to lift and add volume, a breast lift can be combined with breast augmentation to create fuller, more youthful breasts. Dr. Delatte will help determine if this combination is right for you.
Your breast lift will be performed under general anesthesia at our state-of-the-art surgical facility. The procedure typically follows these steps:
The procedure takes 2–3 hours, and most patients can return home the same day with detailed aftercare instructions for a smooth recovery.
A breast lift offers transformative benefits for women looking to restore their natural shape and confidence:
Whether performed alone or with augmentation, a breast lift can restore better confidence by revitalizing your entire silhouette.
You may be a great candidate for a breast lift if you:
During your consultation, Dr. Delatte will assess your breast shape, skin elasticity, and personal goals to determine your best treatment plan.
Most patients experience mild swelling, bruising, and soreness for the first week or two following breast lift surgery.
A supportive surgical bra is worn to aid healing and minimize swelling. Patients can typically return to light activities within a few days and resume normal daily routines within 1–2 weeks. It’s important to avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for 4–6 weeks. Dr. Delatte provides a personalized recovery plan to help you heal comfortably and achieve the best results.
Patients see immediate improvements in breast position and shape, but final results take a few months to emerge as residual swelling subsides. A breast lift provides long-lasting results. Maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle will help preserve your new look. With Dr. Delatte’s expertise, your results will be natural, elegant, and in harmony with your body’s proportions.
If you’re ready to restore a youthful, lifted breast shape, Dr. Stephen J. Delatte and his expert team are here to help.
With decades of experience and a commitment to natural-looking results, we tailor every breast lift to enhance your unique beauty and confidence. Schedule your consultation today to take the first step toward a beautifully sculpted, youthful silhouette.
A breast lift removes excess skin but does not reduce breast volume. However, some patients feel their breasts appear slightly smaller due to their firmer, lifted shape.
Yes! Many patients choose to add implants to restore lost volume while lifting and reshaping their breasts for a fuller, more youthful appearance.
Results are long-lasting, but pregnancy, weight fluctuations, and aging can affect breast shape over time. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your results.
Dr. Delatte uses advanced techniques to minimize scarring, and incision lines fade significantly over time. Proper scar care can further reduce visibility.
Yes! A breast lift can correct mild to moderate asymmetry and improve breast shape, position, and nipple alignment.
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