Also known as a mastopexy, a breast lift is a procedure focused on enhancing the shape of the breasts to create a more youthful or symmetrical appearance. It can help patients of all ages, as older patients may notice changes over time, while younger patients may experience breast asymmetry.
If you are interested in this procedure, our board-certified plastic surgeons at Associated Plastic Surgeons & Med Spa are here to help. We work with candidates for a breast lift in Kansas City to support them through every step of the process and empower them to look and feel their best.
The goal of a breast lift is to raise and firm the appearance of the breasts. During the procedure, a surgeon removes excess skin and then tightens and reshapes the surrounding tissue. This procedure can also reduce the appearance of enlarged areolae and reposition the nipples.
A breast lift can be combined with breast augmentation or reduction for patients who want to change breast size. Our team in Kansas City works closely with eligible mastopexy patients to develop a personalized plan of care.
Our Kansas City team will work with you to determine whether you are a candidate for a breast lift by evaluating several factors.
If your breasts have lost volume, point downward, appear uneven, or sag, a breast lift may help. The procedure may also be beneficial if you have stretched or enlarged areolae or if your nipples fall below your breast crease.
Significant weight fluctuations can alter your breasts, so you should be at or near your goal weight and maintain it consistently.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can change the appearance of your breasts by stretching the skin and, in some cases, reversing the lift results. For this reason, it is best to wait until you have finished having children before undergoing a breast lift.
It is important to have specific goals and a realistic understanding of what the procedure can achieve. You should also pursue a breast lift for personal reasons rather than external or societal pressures.
If we determine that you are not a candidate for mastopexy, we will work with you to explore alternative options available at our Kansas City office. A breast lift may not be an appropriate option for a few reasons.
If you want to increase your breast volume, breast augmentation may better align with your goals. In some cases, patients may combine breast augmentation with a breast lift.
Patients who do not have serious medical conditions often recover more easily and experience fewer complications. Talk to your provider if you have ongoing medical concerns, particularly those that may affect healing or surgery safety.
Smoking can increase the risk of excess bleeding, and providers recommend that patients stop smoking in the weeks leading up to surgery.
If you want to enhance your breasts with a more youthful or symmetrical shape, a breast lift may be an ideal option. Our team at Associated Plastic Surgeons & Med Spa evaluates candidates for a breast lift in Kansas City and develops personalized care plans. Call us today to learn if this procedure is right for you.
