What is Breast Lift Surgery?

Breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, is a cosmetic procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue. The goal of a breast lift is to create a more youthful, firm, and natural-looking breast contour, enhancing the overall appearance of the breasts. This surgery does not involve the addition of breast volume; if more volume is desired, a breast augmentation can be performed in combination with a lift.

Breast Lift Procedure Journey

Breast Lift Procedure Pre-Operative Tests

Before undergoing breast lift surgery, certain tests and evaluations are essential to ensure your safety and readiness for the procedure. Here’s an overview of the standard pre-op tests you'll likely undergo when you arrive at the hospital in Thailand:

• Blood Tests: These tests are critical for assessing your overall health. They screen for infections, check your blood count to ensure you’re not anemic, and evaluate your blood's ability to clot properly, reducing the risk of complications during surgery.

• Chest X-Ray: A chest X-ray helps evaluate the health of your heart and lungs, ensuring that they are functioning well and ready for the stress of surgery.

• Mammogram: A mammogram is used to check for any underlying issues in the breast tissue before surgery. Women over 40 are typically required to have one to rule out any hidden conditions or abnormalities.

• ECG (Electrocardiogram): An ECG is performed to assess the electrical activity of your heart. It ensures your heart is healthy and functioning properly, minimizing the risk of complications during surgery, especially if you have a history of heart concerns.

• Physical Exam: A thorough physical exam will be performed by your doctor to ensure you’re physically fit for surgery. The doctor will evaluate your general health and address any medical concerns that could affect your surgery or recovery.

These pre-op tests are crucial for making sure you’re in optimal health for the procedure, and they help to minimize any potential risks.

Breast Lift Procedure Overview

Breast lift surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia. The procedure involves the following steps:

1. Consultation and Planning:

   • Your surgeon will evaluate your breast shape, size, skin quality, and discuss your aesthetic goals to determine the best approach to lift your breasts.

   • The surgeon will explain the type of incision required based on the degree of sagging and your desired outcome.

2. Incision Placement:

   • There are several techniques for the breast lift incision, depending on the degree of sagging and the amount of tissue that needs to be removed:

     • Periareolar: An incision around the areola (the dark area surrounding the nipple) is used for minimal lifting.

     • Vertical or Lollipop Lift: This incision includes a circle around the areola and a vertical line down to the breast crease, allowing for more tissue removal and lifting.

     • Anchor or Inverted T Lift: This incision includes the circle around the areola, a vertical line down to the crease, and a horizontal line along the breast fold for significant sagging.

3. Reshaping and Lifting the Breasts:

   • The surgeon removes excess skin, tightens the remaining skin, and repositions the nipple and areola to a more youthful position.

   • If necessary, the surgeon can also reduce the size of the areola if it has become enlarged due to sagging.

4. Closing the Incisions:

   • Once the breasts have been lifted and reshaped, the incisions are carefully closed using sutures. The skin is pulled tight, and the breasts are supported with a special bandage or surgical bra.

Aftercare:

Post-surgery, you’ll need to follow your surgeon's aftercare instructions, which includes wearing a support bra, avoiding strenuous activities, and scheduling follow-up visits to ensure proper healing.

Recovery:

• Most patients are able to return to light activities within a few days but should avoid strenuous exercise for about 4 to 6 weeks.

• A follow-up visit will be scheduled to monitor healing and ensure the best results.

Results:

While the results of a breast lift are long-lasting, aging, weight changes, pregnancy, and gravity will continue to affect breast shape over time. However, a breast lift can provide significant and lasting improvement.

MediCation Tours Breast Lift Procedure Package Inclusions:

Our comprehensive Breast Lift procedure package is designed to provide you with an exceptional and seamless experience, from start to finish. Here's what is included:

• 13 Nights’ Accommodation: Stay in comfort at a luxurious 4-star hotel, carefully selected for its high standards of service and comfort.

• Hotel Room: Enjoy a spacious, well-appointed room that ensures your complete relaxation and comfort during your stay.

• Daily Breakfast: Begin each day with a nutritious breakfast to fuel your recovery and provide energy for the day ahead.

• Airport, Hotel, and Hospital Transfers: We take care of all logistics, providing convenient and comfortable transfers to ensure smooth transitions between your hotel, the airport, and the hospital.

• Plastic Surgeon Fees: All consultation and procedure fees for the renowned plastic surgeon are included, ensuring expert care throughout the process.

• Anesthesia Fees: Rest easy knowing that anesthesia costs are also included in the package, ensuring your comfort and safety during the procedure.

• 2 Nights Stay in Hospital: Benefit from a luxurious one-night hospital stay with VIP nursing care.

• Hospital Meals: Enjoy nutritious, well-balanced meals during your hospital stay, ensuring comfort and proper nourishment while you rest.

• Take-Home Medications: You’ll receive medications to support your healing process and minimize any discomfort during your recovery.

• Follow-Up Appointments: We offer post-surgery follow-up appointments to monitor your progress, ensuring you’re on the right track to achieving the best results possible.

Breast Lift Procedure Package Exclusions

• Flights: Your flights to and from Thailand are not included.

• Personal Expenses: Costs for things you do for fun or sightseeing are not included.

• Compression Bras / Garments 

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Who is a good candidate for breast lift surgery?

Good candidates for a breast lift include:

• Women with sagging or drooping breasts due to aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight fluctuations.

• Women who are in good overall health and have realistic expectations about the surgery and outcomes.

• Women who do not plan on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding in the near future, as it may affect the results.

2. What causes sagging breasts?

Sagging breasts can be caused by a variety of factors:

• Aging: As you age, skin loses elasticity, and breasts can begin to sag.

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: These causes stretch the skin and breast tissue, which may not fully regain its former shape after the process.

• Significant weight loss: Weight fluctuations can lead to skin laxity and the loss of breast volume, resulting in sagging.

• Genetics: Some women may be more genetically predisposed to breast sagging.

3. Does a breast lift increase breast size?

A breast lift reshapes and lifts the breasts but does not increase volume. If you desire larger breasts, a breast augmentation (using implants) can be performed alongside a lift.

4. How long does breast lift surgery take?

Breast lift surgery usually takes about 2 to 3 hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure.

5. Will there be visible scars after breast lift surgery?

Scars are an inevitable part of breast lift surgery, but they are typically placed in hidden areas, such as around the areola or beneath the breast fold. The scars will fade over time but may remain visible, especially if the incision extends downward. Your surgeon will aim to minimize scarring as much as possible.

6. How soon can I see the results of a breast lift?

You will begin to notice the improved shape and position of your breasts immediately after the surgery. However, the final results will be visible after several months, once the swelling and bruising have fully subsided.

7. How long do the results of a breast lift last?

The results of a breast lift can last for many years, but the natural aging process, gravity, and future pregnancy or weight fluctuations may affect the shape of the breasts over time. While the surgery provides long-lasting improvements, it's important to maintain a healthy lifestyle to preserve the results.

8. Can I breastfeed after a breast lift?

Most women can breastfeed after a breast lift, but the procedure may affect the ability to nurse, especially if the surgery involved repositioning the nipple or cutting the milk ducts. It's important to discuss your concerns about breastfeeding with your surgeon before the surgery if you plan to have children in the future.

9. Can a breast lift be combined with other procedures?

Yes, many patients choose to combine a breast lift with other procedures, such as breast augmentation (implants) to increase breast volume, or liposuction for body contouring. Your surgeon will help determine if combining procedures is right for you based on your goals.