Mastopexy Procedure
Surgeons perform mastopexy procedures in women with mild to moderate breast droopiness. Standard mastopexy procedures result in an anchor-like scar: around the areola with a vertical scar at the lower breast and a scar at the lower breast crease. More modern mastopexy techniques limit the incisions and therefore the size of the scar, to either only around the areola or around the areola with a vertical scar below the areola. Such mastopexy procedures are perfect additions to breast augmentation in women with moderate to severe drooping. Patients with breast cancer often undergo mastopexy procedures. Surgeons commonly perform a mastopexy on an unaffected breast to improve bust line symmetry.
Breast Lift
A breast lift raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new breast contour. Sagging breasts result from poor skin tone, stretching of ligaments during pregnancy and breast-feeding, weight changes and the aging process. These conditions are correctable with the same basic operative procedure and thousands of women each year undergo successful surgical alteration of their breasts.
Elevating the nipple to a more acceptable position creates a shapelier breast. Sometimes during uplift operations, a surgeon places a small implant to add extra support and shape to the breast.
