Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Information

Qualifications

In general, good candidates for mastopexy:

• Aren't pregnant or breastfeeding

• Are old enough to have fully-developed breasts

• Are bothered by the feeling that their breasts sag or have lost shape and volume

• Have breasts with a flatter, elongated shape or that are pendulous

• Have nipples that fall below the breast crease when unsupported

• Have nipples and areolas that point downward

• Have stretched skin and enlarged areolas

• Have one breast that is lower than the other

• Are healthy and do not have medical conditions that impair healing

• Are nonsmokers

• Have a positive outlook and realistic expectations

Preparation

In preparing for a breast lift, you may be asked to:

• Get lab testing or a medical evaluation

• Take certain medications or adjust your current medications

• Stop smoking well in advance of surgery

• Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements because they can increase bleeding and bruising

• Arrange for a friend or family member to drive you to and from surgery and to stay with you the first night following surgery

Recovery

Patients should avoid lifting for 2 weeks.

Unlikely Complications