Breast(Mastopexy)

Because of ageing, pregnancy, and weight fluctuations, breasts may eventually lose their elasticity and sag. Surgery to raise, contour, and tighten the breasts is known as a mastopexy. Additionally, it can eliminate asymmetry and other flaws. Breast augmentation or reduction may be paired with breast lift. Although there are hazards involved, results are visible right away.

Our breasts alter as we age. Your breasts could stretch, sag, or droop as a result of them losing their suppleness. some causes are:

• Aging
• Breastfeeding a baby on the chest.
• Inheritance, or the fact that sagging breasts “run in the family.”
• Pregnancy.
• Significant loss of weight.

Your breasts may appear younger and firmer after mastopexy. A breast lift can also eliminate perceived flaws like:

• downward-pointing areolas.
• nipples that jut out in various directions.
• Breasts that are uneven or unequal.

Your breast size won’t change as a result of a breast lift alone. But to make them bigger or smaller, the technique is frequently combined with other surgeries. Take into account breast augmentation (implants) if you want larger breasts. Consider breast reduction if you want smaller breasts.

Your plastic surgeon might request that you:

• Consult your health care physician about getting blood testing or getting a physical.
• Go for a mammogram.
• Stop using tobacco products and smoking.
• Stop using some medications, such as NSAIDs, aspirin, and herbal supplements.

Breast lifts often require three incisions. The first one will revolve around the area around the nipple known as the areola. Under the nipple and down to the bottom of the breast, the second incision is made. The final incision is made at the breast’s base, along the breast crease. These cuts outline the regions where extra skin that has developed as a result of ageing or breast drooping can be removed. Additionally, it enables surgeons to choose a new nipple site. The breast will be reshaped around the nipple and areola after the extra skin has been removed and relocated into its new location.

You will receive recovery instructions from your surgical team. They may consist of:

• Replacing the bandages and maintaining the drains.
• Moving with caution. You could be asked to refrain from raising your arms above your head. You can carry out your regular tasks with little difficulty if you keep your elbows by your sides.
• Making any difficulties known.
• Laying on your back to sleep.
• Using pharmaceuticals (such as tablets or ointments) to manage pain or stop infection.
• Using a specific bra to support your breasts during healing and decrease swelling.

You may have some discomfort, swelling, and bruising following a breast lift. Your skin may feel constrictive. These side effects, which typically last two weeks, improve over time. The medical team will remove any drains you may have had close to the incisions a few days following the treatment. The entire healing of an incision may take several months. For a few weeks, some surgeons advise sleeping on your back. Consult your surgeon for more information.

Take pain medicine as prescribed by your doctor in the first several days following a breast lift. Avoid bending, lifting, and straining. To relieve pressure on your breasts, sleep on your back or your side. After the breast lift, refrain from sexual activity for at least 1 to 2 weeks. When it is safe to resume daily activities like washing your hair, taking a shower, or taking a bath, see your healthcare professional.

Your doctor will advise you on the kind of incision based on:

• Size and form of the breast.
• How much excess skin you have and how elastic or stretched your skin is.
• Just how much your breasts droop.
• Position and size of the areola.

Types of incisions include:

1. Crescent: This cut runs along the upper half of your areola and is shaped like a half-circle. Only ladies with minimal sagging are often candidates for breast augmentation with this method.

2. Donut: Your entire areola is circled by this typical incision.

3. The vertical or lollipop lift: involves making an incision that circles the entire areola, then descends vertically from the areola to the breast crease. This is an additional common kind of incision.

4. Inverted T or anchor: This incision travels around the areola, down to the breast crease vertically, and then along the breast crease horizontally. People who have more sagging or who are also getting breast reductions frequently utilize it.