Restore a More Youthful Breast Shape with Mastopexy Surgery
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, aging, and genetics can cause your breasts to lose their youthful shape and position. A breast lift (mastopexy) raises and reshapes the breasts by removing excess skin, tightening the surrounding tissue, and repositioning the nipples to create a firmer, more youthful contour.
At Fox & Schingo Plastic Surgery in Latham, NY, Dr. Patricia Fox and Dr. Victor Schingo perform breast lift surgery for women throughout Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy, Schenectady, and the Capital District who want to restore their confidence and achieve natural-looking results.
Surgery for Breast Lift, Mastoplexy
You may benefit from a breast lift if you have:
- Breasts that sag or droop
- Nipples that point downward or sit below the breast crease
- Loss of breast volume and firmness after pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Breast changes following significant weight loss
- Stretched skin or enlarged areolas
- Uneven or asymmetrical breasts
A breast lift restores shape and position, but it does not significantly increase breast size. If you want fuller breasts, your surgeon may recommend combining your breast lift with breast implants. If you want smaller breasts, combining a breast lift with breast reduction surgery may provide the best result.
where is the procedure performed?
During breast lift surgery, your surgeon removes excess skin, reshapes the breast tissue, and raises the nipple and areola to a more youthful position. These changes create firmer breasts with improved contour and symmetry.
Depending on your goals, Dr. Fox or Dr. Schingo may recommend:
- Breast lift alone
- Breast lift with breast implants
- Breast lift with breast reduction
Your surgeon selects the incision pattern based on your anatomy and the amount of lift you need.
Most breast lift procedures take 2 to 3 hours.
what are the Trade offs of Breast Lift, Mastopexy surgery?
Dr. Fox and Dr. Schingo perform breast lift surgery as an outpatient procedure at Ellis Medicine. Most patients return home the same day.
what are the Risks of a Breast Lift, Mastopexy?
A breast lift can:
- Raise sagging breasts
- Restore a more youthful breast shape
- Reposition downward-pointing nipples
- Improve breast symmetry
- Reduce stretched skin
- Help bras and clothing fit better
- Improve self-confidence
Many women choose to combine a breast lift with breast augmentation or other body contouring procedures after pregnancy or significant weight loss.
what is the Recovery from Breast Lift, Mastopexy like?
You will wear a supportive surgical bra for approximately 3 to 4 weeks to reduce swelling and support healing.
Most patients experience:
- Mild to moderate soreness
- Bruising and swelling
- Temporary nipple sensitivity or numbness
Most patients return to work within 1 to 3 weeks, resume light physical activity after 2 to 4 weeks, and return to unrestricted exercise after about 6 weeks.
Your scars will continue to soften and fade over the next 18 to 24 months.
What Are the Risks of Breast Lift Surgery?
Every surgical procedure carries risks. Breast lift surgery may involve bleeding, infection, delayed healing, changes in nipple sensation, asymmetry, noticeable scars, fluid collections, or the need for additional surgery.
Dr. Fox or Dr. Schingo will explain these risks, answer your questions, and develop a treatment plan that fits your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a breast lift make my breasts larger?
No. A breast lift raises and reshapes your breasts but does not add volume. If you want larger breasts, your surgeon can combine your breast lift with breast implants.
Will I have scars?
Yes. Every breast lift leaves permanent scars. Dr. Fox and Dr. Schingo place incisions carefully so clothing and swimsuits hide them whenever possible. Most scars fade significantly over time.
Can I breastfeed after a breast lift?
In many cases, yes. Dr. Fox and Dr. Schingo use techniques that preserve the milk ducts and nipple blood supply whenever possible. However, no surgeon can guarantee future breastfeeding.
Will I lose nipple sensation?
Most patients notice temporary changes in nipple sensation during healing. Sensation usually improves over time, although permanent changes can occur.
How long will my breast lift results last?
A breast lift provides long-lasting results. Aging, pregnancy, gravity, and weight changes will continue to affect your breasts, but maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your results for many years.
Breast Lift Surgery in the Capital District
If sagging breasts affect your confidence or comfort, a breast lift can restore a firmer, more youthful appearance. Dr. Patricia Fox and Dr. Victor Schingo have helped women throughout Latham, Albany, Troy, Schenectady, Saratoga Springs, and the Capital District and beyone achieve natural-looking breast lift results with personalized surgical care.
