For women whose breasts have begun to droop, breast uplift surgery can restore a more pleasing shape.
Breast uplift surgery or mastopexy addresses concerns related to either ageing of the breasts or variations after significant weight loss such as during and after pregnancy.
It is possible to create a more balanced appearance between the upper and lower body by reducing the skin and the lobe, reshaping the breast and restoring volume depending on the characteristics that need to be adjusted.
At the time of the consultation it is important to understand aspects of the medical history that may influence the decision regarding the mastopexy procedure as well as the course of management.
Smoking is a particularly problematic issue in relation to breast uplift or mastopexy as it can lead to damage to the areola and breast skin and poor results.
Breast uplift or mastopexy surgery is a significant procedure that normally takes place under general anaesthetic.
Having marked the design of the operation, before the surgery, the surgeon will then carry out a reduction in the skin and the lobe and repositioning of the nipple areola without detaching it from the breast tissue.
Following the breast uplift or mastopexy surgery, a supporting bra is recommended for the first 6 weeks.
Return to office work is frequently at 10 to 14 days, with a gradual return to exercise from three weeks after the operation.
A general anaesthetic on its own carries a small risk irrespective of the type of surgery associated with it. You can discuss these aspects in more detail with the anaesthetist but overall general anaesthesia today is considered to be very safe.
Bleeding is a risk of approximately 1% to 2% after mastopexy surgery and may require a return to the operating theatre to wash out the blood clots.
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