Breast Lift

A breast lift can give you more youthful-looking breasts for many years. The results of a breast lift are long-lasting; however, your breasts will continue to age along with the rest of your body. You can ensure that your results are long-lasting by avoiding dramatic weight fluctuations and only having your breast lift when you know you are done breastfeeding and having kids.

Breast lifts typically take about 3.5 hours to complete.

On average, a breast lift costs about $5,000. This will vary for each patient.

Patients typically take one to two weeks off work after their breast augmentation and lift procedure. The exact amount of time you need off will depend on how strenuous your job is. An office job that involves sitting for most of the day can be returned to within the first week if you’re feeling well enough. If your job requires more strenuous movement, you may need extra time off.

A breast lift is most often considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance. However, we encourage each patient to check with their provider prior to their consultation.

If youre looking to add or restore volume to your breasts, implants with a breast lift can be an effective combination. Dr. Kayastha can make the right recommendation based on your goals.

Its possible to lose some sensation in your incision area after breast lift surgery, but this is usually temporary.

On average, breast lift results will last about 10 to 15 years.

After your breast augmentation and lift, you will be given a surgical bra to be worn for several weeks. The surgical bra helps support your implants during the early postoperative healing period. After a week, you can switch to a sports bra. Avoid wearing an underwire bra for at least six weeks after your procedure.

A mini breast lift refers to a lift that corrects a minimal degree of sagging. The mini breast lift usually involves an incision around the areola and a slight lift of the breast tissue. A full breast lift would be required if there is severe sagging or if the nipple needs to be repositioned. Patients might also choose the mini breast lift as a second procedure after they have begun to develop further sagging with age or pregnancy.

While showering, make sure to gently wash your incisions with soap and gently pat them dry afterward. Make sure to reapply dressings according to Dr. Kayasthas instructions.

Breast lift patients should generally wait about six weeks before resuming their exercise routines.

A breast lift typically costs more than a breast augmentation because the surgery is more complex and technically challenging.

Some patients may experience decreased nipple sensitivity after their breast lift. For others, this can be a temporary side effect.

You may lose some sensation in your nipples after a breast lift if its repositioned during the procedure. However, it usually comes back as you recover.

A breast lift will result in scars, which will vary depending on the incision pattern used to complete your procedure.

Insurance does not generally pay for a breast lift, because the procedure is cosmetic.

For most patients, breast lift scars will heal about six weeks after their surgery.

After breast augmentation and lift surgery, you can expect one to two weeks of recovery. This involves resting and recovering at home and following all post-op instructions provided by Dr. Kayastha. Patients should also follow any movement and exercise restrictions carefully to ensure proper healing. During the recovery process, the implants may initially sit higher on the chest, and swelling can obscure final results. It can take several months for swelling to completely diminish and the implants to settle into their final position. After healing is completed, patients can expect fuller, more symmetrical breasts that are lifted to a more youthful position.

The cost of your lift will depend on your unique circumstances. A consultation is needed to get an accurate cost estimate. See our pricing page for average costs for the procedure you are interested in. We offer financing (kplasticsurgery.com/resources/payment-options/) to help pay for your procedure if needed. Call / contact us to schedule you consultation and to get a cost estimate for your breast lift.

Any time the skin is cut to perform surgery there must be a scar. The length of your scar will depend on the type of surgery and how extensive it is. Dr. Kayastha is committed to using the shortest scars possible while still achieving the results you want. Dr. Kayastha takes great care to ensure that you will have the best scar possible. Surgery is performed precisely and gently. After surgery multiple techniques including taping, silicone sheeting, scar cream, massage and lasers may be used to optimize the appearance of your scar.