A breast lift alone does not significantly change your actual breast volume; it simply reshapes and elevates the tissue you already have to a higher, more youthful position on the chest wall. However, because the breast tissue is tightened and lifted, your breasts may appear slightly smaller. If you want to increase your size, you can combine a lift with an implant; if you want to decrease size, we can perform a reduction at the same time.

The type of scar depends on the degree of lift needed. For mild sagging, a periareolar (donut) around the edge of the areola can be used. For moderate sagging, a vertical (lollipop) around the areola and straight down to the breast crease is used. For severe sagging, an inverted-T (anchor) around the areola, down to the crease, and horizontally along the crease will be used.

Absolutely! This is a very common combination. An augmentation-mastopexy is ideal for patients who want to restore the perkiness of their youth while also adding back the volume that was lost due to breastfeeding or weight loss. Combining them means you only have to go through one surgery and one recovery period.

The results of a breast lift are long-lasting, but they are not entirely immune to gravity and aging. Your breasts will continue to age naturally from their new, elevated position. To maintain the results for as long as possible, we recommend maintaining a stable weight and wearing a supportive bra. Future pregnancies and breastfeeding can also alter the results, which is why many patients wait until their families are complete to have the procedure.

Recovery is generally very manageable. Most patients take about 1 to 2 weeks off work. You will wear a surgical support bra day and night for the first 6 weeks. While you will notice a dramatically perkier shape immediately, your breasts will initially sit quite high on the chest. It takes about 3 to 6 months for the tissues to settle into their final, natural position.