Breast lift operation is a surgical procedure performed as treatment to sagging breasts problem due to various reasons such as aging, weight loss, pregnancy/breastfeeding and gravity.
Saggy breasts which are caused by loss of tissue elasticity can brings great destruction to one’s self-confidence besides affecting their body proportions. Apart from aesthetic concerns, excess skin under breast area could cause frequent sweating which may trigger the development of heat rash.
The breast lift operation is normally completed in approximately around 2-4 hours under the administration of general anesthesia. It allows all of the above mentioned problems to be eliminated.
In this technique, excess skin at the bottom part of the sagging breast will be removed and the remaining part will be reshaped. With lollipop technique, there’s a risk of pot formation in the areas where the incision is made. These pots sometimes will disappear spontaneously, however in some cases a new surgical procedure will be needed.
This technique has the lowest risk of scarring. In this technique an incision around the nipple will be made. The sagging parts of the breast will be removed and the nipple will be re-positioned by few inches up. Stitches will be made in the areola part around the nipple. Even though there’s scarring potential but it will be invisible within a short period of time.
This technique is generally carried out for patients whose breasts are no longer elastic.
In this technique, an inverted T-shaped incision will be made in the lower part of the breast and then excess tissue will be removed. The“T” technique is absolute for acute breast sagging problem.
Regardless of whichever technique used, excess tissue will be removed if the breast is larger than what it should be. In case of small breasts, silicone support will be used to help reshape the breast into its ideal form. Surgeon will determine the most suitable technique to be used for the patient.
Individuals who are not satisfied with their breasts shape usually will aspire to undergo this operation. In order to cope with the rising demand, this operation is available at many clinics. With the aid of detailed research, patients need to evaluate and carefully decide on the surgeon and clinic where they wish to undergo the operation at. In this way, risks related to complications such as infection, swelling, bleeding, redness, bruising, delayed healing, tenderness, breast asymmetry and tissue loss can be eradicated with the right choice of surgeon and clinic.
Numerous tests will be performed before the operation is carried out in order to indentify with patient’s suitability. During this process, full breast scanning with breast untrasonography and mammography will be carried out for patients with the age of 40 years old and above.
Pre-operation’s important points that patients should pay attention to:
Patients usually will be able to go home on the same day after the procedure. In some cases where hospitalization is needed, the staying duration will be 1 night.
Patients can experience slight tingling in their breast for several days following the operation. Similarly, patients can also experience pain while using their arms. It is important for patients not to exhaust the body at this stage. Apart from these, swelling and bruising could be visible around the breast. Complete recovery will take an average of 6 months time.
Surgeon’s recommendations should be taken seriously after the operation.as this will speed up the recovery process considerably.
The patient should adhere to the following recommendations:
Breast lift operation should not be performed for individuals below the age of 18.
Breast lift operation requires general anesthesia.
Depending on the technique and procedure used, breast lift operation normally takes approximately around 2 to 4 hours time.
Patients will feel a slight pain for a few days if only breast lift operation is performed. However if prostheses are used in the operation, the pain can be more acute.
Patients will be able to return to their normal life within 3-4 days.
Full recovery will occur within 6 months time after the operation.
Depending on breast’s size and procedure performed, the scar is unlikely to appear. However this varies from person to person.
A temporary loss of sensation might be experienced after the surgery, however it will not be permanent.
Individual over the age of 18 with good health along with aesthetic problems due to sagging breasts is a good candidate.
Hospitalization is usually unecessary after a breast lift operation. In case where hospitalization is needed, the duration of stay is 1 night.
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