Breast Lift

Breast Lift Advantages

A breast lift is also known as a mastompexy. This requires the removal of excess fat and tissue to lift and tighten the tissue in the breast area for a more firm appeal. Factors such as weight loss, pregnancy, breast feeding, age, and other variables cause a loss of skin and elasticity, gravity and ultimately affect the shape and firmness of breasts. Patients that are pleased with the size of their breasts, but desire to raise and firm their breasts can have a breast lift to raise and firm them, resulting in a more youthful breast contour. Some patients may be unhappy that they have lost a significant amount of breast volume over time. In such cases, implants inserted in conjunction with a breast lift can increase breast size at the same time as the shape and position of the breasts are enhanced.

Laser Bra Breast Surgery

Laser bra surgery is a technique designed to offer stronger internal support to lift and enhance the breasts and maintain a more firm appearance. This procedure can be used for breast reduction, breast lift and also certain breast augmentation surgeries.

Because Laser Bra Surgery is a fairly new surgical procedure, a smaller percentage of plastic surgeons have experience with the laser bra procedure. When searching for the right surgeon in your area, it's important to select a board-certified plastic surgeon from the American Board of Plastic Surgery with extensive experience in all of the breast-related surgeries and procedures. Review the doctor's credentials, education, training, type of certification held: both board certification and certification specifically for use of the laser. Ask if the surgeon has performed the surgery and the number of times. Ask to view before-and-after photos of patients with similar conditions who received laser bra breast surgery and alternative surgical options. Inquire about the method of the procedure, type of anesthesia, and possible complications from surgery. Ask for a list of pre-op and post-op instructions.

The location of the procedure is typically a hospital or outpatient surgery center. The surgical procedure takes about two hours and it often performed under general anesthesia while the patient is asleep. Patients typically return home within two hours after the procedure.

During the procedure, the same approach to incisions is used as in traditional breast reduction, breast lift, or breast augmentation for women. The surgeon removes excess breast tissue as in breast reductions and breast lifts. Breast augmentation surgery requires the surgeon to insert implants through the incisions for breast enhancement , then doctor then applies the laser to the outer most tissue layer, which creates an internal bra so that more firmness is achieved to support the remaining inner tissue or implant.

The laser bra breast procedure differs from traditional cosmetic breast surgeries, which means the nipple is not affected in surgery -- a benefit for patients concerned about nipple sensitivity and breast feeding.

After Laser Bra Surgery: What to Expect?

Recovery from the Laser Bra surgical procedure is the same as most other breast augmentation surgeries, which is typically five to seven days. Patients can resume normal activities within three weeks. The doctor will supply a complete list of instructions that must be followed to avoid the risk of complication. You may be fitted with a medical garment to wear at all times, other than bathing (sponge bath), until your doctor determines it is no longer needed. Minimal pain, swelling, and bruising can occur, but they can be managed with medications and proper care. Restrictions include no exercise and no lifting of ten pounds or more. The most common but infrequent complications include infection, bleeding, and excessive scarring.

Breast Lift Cost

Laser bra breast surgery costs comprise three fees: local or general anesthesia fees, facility fees, and surgeon's fees. Once you and your plastic surgeon have discussed your condition, goals, and options, your surgeon will provide an estimate.