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A mastopexy, or breast lift, is a surgical procedure performed to reshape the breast and return it to a more youthful position. Dropping of the breast may occur after pregnancy as well as with aging. Is is quite common to implement breast implant in conjunction with a breast lift, in order to achieve better results. Depending on the amount of breast lifting that needs to be accomplished, different techniques may be used that involve different incisions. Generally, the more lifting that is required, the larger the incision (therefore, the larger the scar would be).
Healing time may take several weeks. Usually, a special bra is worn to support the breast. That takes up to three months. The compression bra is an important part of the recovery process. The bra provides support, comfort and helps minimize the swelling.
Incision Descriptions:
- Crescent Incision — Utilized when there is a minimal amount of breast lifting to be performed. This involves making marks in the skin above the areola in order to slightly move it upward. The amount of lifting is usually small, and there may be some elongation of the aereola.
- Doughnut Incision — Involves incisions around the areola in a concentric fashion. The amount of lifting that can be achieved is usually greater than with crescent incision.
- Vertical Incision — Achieves a greater amount of breast lifting, however, it involves an incision that not only surrounds the areola but also extends vertically onto the lower portion of the breast.
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