What Is A Mastopexy (Breast Uplift)?
Mastopexy, or breast uplift, is usually performed to improve the shape of the breast. It may involve a reduction of breast tissue and may be combined with an implant/breast augmentation.
There are many reasons our patients have chosen a mastopexy, including downward-pointing nipples, sagging due to age, weight loss or postpartum, or to boost their confidence with natural enhancements.
Nights In Hospital
It’s very common for patients to leave the same day; however, other cases may require an overnight stay.
Recovery
Supportive garments are required to be worn for 6+ weeks; however, you can expect to be able to move and perform light exercises within 2 weeks post-operation.
Full Results
Full recovery can take up to 6 weeks. This can vary depending on whether a breast reduction or augmentation was included.
Gary Ross, MBChB, MD, FRCS (Plast)
Rest assured, our medical team’s qualifications and professional standing are of the highest calibre. We are actively involved with, and accountable to, such distinguished bodies as
- The General Medical Council (GMC)
- The British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS)
- The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)
- The Association of Breast Surgeons (ABS)
- The British Association of Head and Neck Oncologists (BAHNO)
When choosing a surgeon for your breast lift surgeon in Manchester. Mr. Ross has over 20 years of experience with a long history and focus on breast surgery.
Breast Lift Consultation in Manchester
To ensure you get the most out of your mastopexy consultation with Mr. Ross online or in our Manchester practice, we strive for and encourage open and honest communication regarding your concerns, expectations and reasons for the surgery.
From this discussion and our understanding of your unique case, we can provide you with all of the options available to achieve your desired results while explaining the preparations, the surgery and post-operative care.
Our Recent Breast Uplift Results
For more examples of Mr. Ross’ work, please head over to the dedicated mastopexy case study page.
Having any form of body and breast surgery will result in common and safe, temporary side effects, including bruising, swelling and general discomfort.
Uncommon early complications include infection, haematoma, unfavourable results, delayed healing, seroma formation and thickened scar.
Sensation usually changes following breast reduction, as the nipples may be hyper- or hyposensitive. It is uncommon to have complete numbness, but sensation can take a number of months to return.
Unless your breast lift requires an implant or a breast reduction, you won’t need to make the specialists aware of these beforehand. However, breast health is one of our main concerns and priorities; therefore, post-operation, we would recommend all of our patients perform weekly checks in case lumps do develop. Please refer to this
It’s also important to note that breast cancer and breast surgeries are a cause and effect.
This is dependent on whether your breast uplift surgery includes a breast reduction, in which case it may have some impact on your ability to breastfeed. While we would recommend a breast lift after children, as pregnancy can affect your breasts due to hormonal changes in the breast.
For more insight, book a consultation with Mr. Ros
Increasingly artificial products are being considered as a means of creating longer-term results. The use of mesh can be considered, although the pros and cons of this approach need to be considered at the time of consultation.
Mr. Ross is trained in several breast lift techniques; however, the technique used will be dependent on whether you are including a breast augmentation or reduction and your unique case.
A few techniques that Mr Ross will likely use include:
Wise pattern breast uplift, which is commonly known as the anchor or inverted-T uplift. Vertical scar breast uplift is also commonly known as the ‘lollipop’ scar technique. Small inverted-T uplift, which is under the inframammary crease. Circumareolar breast uplift, while a less common technique, is performed only around the areola. Periareolar breast lift incision, which is only used for subtle lifts.
