Who is a candidate for a breast lift?

If you have sagging breasts due to past pregnancies, genetics, or aging.

If the sagging is too great to be treated with an implant alone.

If your nipple-areolar complexes (the pigmented areas around nipples) are enlarged.

Intended Results from Breast Lift Surgery

An elevated, more youthful breast contour. Nipple-areolar complexes of the desired size and at the correct height.

Procedure Description

A certified cosmetic surgeon, such as Dr. Brandow, will perform the procedure on an outpatient basis under sedation and local or general anesthesia. The design of the incisions can vary but usually include incisions around the nipple areolar complex and in the crease under the breast. The nipple-areolar complex is repositioned higher, the excess skin is removed, and the breast is reshaped in a pleasing contour and in a more normal position. The insertion of an implant as well, may or may not be advisable.

Recuperation and Healing

The patient goes home with only light dressings over the incision lines. At your first post-operative visit the dressings are removed and a sports bra is then placed on as a dressing. The bra is worn as a “dressing” for 2-3 weeks. Sutures are usually completely removed within 2-3 weeks. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication. Light activities may be started in 7-10 days.

Other Options

Additional procedures which may enhance the results are a small Breast Reduction or Breast Enlargement.

Insurance Guidelines

This procedure is considered cosmetic and therefore is not covered by insurance. The patient is responsible for payment.

Note

The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare.

The Brandow Clinic Serving the Greater Philadelphia Area and Southern New Jersey

The Brandow Clinic offers the following plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures and treatments for the Philadelphia, PA and New Jersey areas including the Main Line, Bucks County, and Atlantic City: Face Lift, Breast Implants, Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, Eyelid Surgery, Botox, Juvederm, Restylene, and much more.
Please call The Brandow Clinic at 610.617.7949 for the Philadelphia office or 609.653.2220 for the New Jersey office to schedule your personal consultation or to learn more about the cosmetic and plastic surgery options that we offer.