Aging, pregnancy, and weight loss can all cause your breasts to sag, making yourself conscious when intimate and even affecting the kinds of clothes you can wear with confidence.
At the Pittsburgh Center, we perform a variety breast lift operations to counteract the effects of gravity and other factors in order to make your breasts fuller, rounder, and more symmetrical.
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A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, offers numerous benefits that can significantly enhance your appearance and self-esteem. Remember: Every patient's anatomy and goals are unique. During your consultation, we will discuss the specific benefits you can expect from your breast lift surgery and create a personalized plan to achieve your desired outcome.
Here's a closer look at some of the key advantages:
When performed by a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon, a breast lift aims to achieve a natural look that complements your unique body shape. The incisions are strategically placed and minimized to ensure minimal scarring, and the surgical technique focuses on lifting and repositioning the breast tissue to restore a youthful appearance.
Over time, pregnancy, weight fluctuations, and aging can cause breasts to lose their perkiness and develop asymmetry. A breast lift can address these concerns by tightening the skin and underlying supportive tissue, resulting in breasts that are lifted, symmetrical, and more evenly proportioned.
Many women who undergo breast lift surgery report a significant boost in their self-confidence. By improving the appearance of their breasts, they feel more comfortable and empowered in their own skin. This newfound confidence can positively impact various aspects of life, from wearing clothes that flatter their figure to feeling more outgoing in social situations.
Sagging breasts often cause the nipples to point downwards or lose their youthful projection. A breast lift can address this by repositioning the nipples in a more aesthetically pleasing and natural-looking upward direction.
In some cases, a breast lift can also improve the size and shape of the areola, creating a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing look for the entire breast.
Do you find yourself constantly adjusting your clothing to hide sagging breasts? Are you self-conscious about the appearance of your breasts in a swimsuit or revealing outfit? Here are some of the common concerns that a breast lift can effectively address:
This is a frequent concern for women who have experienced significant weight loss or pregnancy. A breast lift can address this by tightening the surrounding tissue and repositioning the nipples to a more youthful, upward direction.
Asymmetry and unevenness in breast size and shape can be caused by various factors. A breast lift can address these concerns by strategically removing tissue, reshaping the remaining breast tissue, and repositioning the nipples to achieve a more symmetrical and aesthetically pleasing appearance.
Many women feel self-conscious about the appearance of their breasts, even when wearing a bra. A breast lift can address this concern by lifting and tightening the breast tissue, creating a more perky and supported look that fills out your bra more effectively.
It is important to have realistic expectations about your procedure before undergoing a breast lift. Our Pittsburgh breast list surgeons will discuss your goals and concerns during a consultation to ensure that you understand your options. There will be a variety of breast surgery options to choice from to reach your cosmetic desires. For example, if you want to add volume to your breasts, a breast lift with implants may be a better choice for you. If you favor the most reliable and long lasting restore, a custom fabricate resorbable mesh maybe indicated.
During your initial consultation for a breast lift in Pittsburgh, we will discuss your cosmetic goals and medical history. Your surgeon will perform a thorough physical examination of your breasts and chest wall to assess your candidacy for surgery. Dr. Turer or Dr. Davila will also explain the different types of breast lift procedures available and answer any questions you may have.
Here's what you can expect during your breast lift consultation:
We are serviced by the Waterfront Surgery Center in Homestead and the East Side Surgery Center. And those requiring specialized services and post-operative care, we perform your surgery at UPMC Magee-Women's Hospital. At the Pittsburgh Center for Plastic Surgery, we strive to match the right breast lift procedure to each client to ensure that they are satisfied with their results.
A breast lift can counteract the effects of aging, gravity, weight loss, pregnancy, and breastfeeding.
Every patient's needs are unique. Our surgeons perform several different types of breast lift surgery. He will recommend an approach based on the extent of treatment you require.
The periareolar breast lift (crescent lift) procedures are for patients with minimal sagging. It involves an incision that encircles the areola where the light skin meets the darker skin. Your surgeon will remove a doughnut like strip of lighter colored breast skin around the areola before closing the incision.
A vertical breast lift combines one or more circumareolar incisions with another extending vertically from the bottom of the areola to the lower breast crease. This type of lift is also called a "lollipop" lift because of the shape the incisions create. Through this incision, Dr. Davila can remove excess tissue before closing the incisions.
A traditional breast lift, also called an anchor lift, combines the incisions used in a vertical breast lift with another following the lower crease of the breast. This type of lift can benefit patients experiencing the most advanced stages of breast ptosis, or sagging.
Following a breast lift Pittsburgh patients typically require about a week of downtime before returning to work and other activities. You will need to relax for the first few days and get plenty of rest. You should avoid strenuous activities, especially bending or lifting. For the first two to six weeks after your breast lift, you should limit your exercise to walking until otherwise instructed by your surgeon.
Breast Lift or mastopexy may suffer a partial return of sagging. Depending on your anatomy, your surgeon will recommend preemptive insertion of the latest in absorbable mesh, that leaves a strong sheet of native collagen to internally suspend your breasts.
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By following Dr. Davila and Dr. Turer's post-operative instructions, you can help ensure a smooth and successful recovery from your breast lift surgery in Pittsburgh.
As with most operations, a breast lift will leave scarring. However, there are steps you can take to minimize their appearance. Wearing your compression garment or bra as instructed and gently massaging the area can help. Other methods for reducing scarring include avoiding smoking, reducing alcohol and caffeine consumption, eating a healthy diet, and staying hydrated. Our aestheticians in the Med spa will often you the proper topical scar cream to massage twice a day. For those with a history of excessive scarring or show early signs, they start more aggressive therapies including Embrace® coverage, bipolar radiofrequency needling and CO2 fractional laser. It is also very important to minimize sun exposure by covering scars with clothing and using a strong sunblock. For most with proper care, your scars will fade as you heal. *
Many patients choose to undergo a combination of breast augmentation and a breast lift. This involves placing a silicone or saline breast implant during breast lift surgery to add volume and projection in addition to a lift. If you choose to combine these two procedures, your surgeon will help you choose the right kind of implant, the appropriate size, and the placement method (above or below the pectoral muscle) based on the results you wish to achieve. Depending on your anatomy, you may be a candidate for preemptive insertion of an long lasting absorbable P4HB mesh, that leaves a strong sheet of native collagen to internally suspend your implants.
When you meet with your doctor for your consultation, he will thoroughly evaluate your breast size and skin elasticity to determine if you are a good candidate. He will also discuss your goals and expectations to determine if a combined treatment is the surest way to achieve the results you desire.
If you wish to undergo a breast lift combined with breast augmentation, with the aid of the most advanced 3-D imaging and simulation, your surgeon will also explain your implant options. He offers both silicone and saline implants in a variety of different sizes, shapes, and textures.
If you wish to correct sagging breasts, but also envision a bust line that is larger and shapelier, your surgeon can evaluate your candidacy for a breast lift combined with augmentation.
Combining a breast lift with implants not only restores youthful perkiness, but also enhances size and shape. Some images are of models, not actual patients.
Age, childbirth, breastfeeding, and fluctuations in weight can all take a toll on the breasts. Over time, the breasts may sag and droop. You may want to consider a breast lift with implants if you want to:
When you meet with your surgeon for your consultation, he will thoroughly evaluate your breast size and skin elasticity to determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure. He will also discuss your goals and expectations to determine if a combined treatment is the surest way to achieve the results you desire.
If you wish to undergo a breast lift combined with breast augmentation, your surgeon will also explain your implant options. He offers both silicone and saline implants in a variety of different sizes, shapes, and textures.
If you wish to correct sagging breasts, but also envision a bust line that is larger and shapelier, your surgeon can evaluate your candidacy for a breast lift combined with augmentation.
For your safety, we perform breast procedures in nearby Ambulatory surgery centers under general anesthesia. When the operation can be performed under local anesthesia, oral medications under our Enhanced Recovery after Surgery protocol will help relax you as your tissues are thoroughly numbed.
Next, your Pittsburgh breast lift surgeon will incise your breast. The size and shape of the incision will depend on the extent of the lift needed to achieve the desired results. Once he has removed excess tissue and suture repositioned the breast, he will insert the breast implants before closing the incisions with sutures. Depending on your goals, the implant will be placed either above or below the pectoral muscle with or without the use of an absorbable mesh.
In general, a breast lift combined with augmentation requires one to two weeks of downtime, depending on the extent of surgery, where the implant was placed, the rate at which your body heals, and other factors. During this time, it is important to get up and walk periodically in order to avoid blood clots, but you should avoid any strenuous activity. Your surgeon will provide explicit instructions to follow during your recovery, and he will schedule follow-up visits to monitor your progress. All incisions will be placed in a manner that fosters discreet, easily concealed scars that will fade over time.
The Pittsburgh Center for Plastic Surgery is fortunate to have two highly skilled and experienced surgeons specializing in breast aesthetics: Dr. Armando Davila and Dr. David Turer. Both surgeons are board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, ensuring their qualifications and extensive training in performing safe and effective breast lift procedures. With years of experience, Dr. Davila and Dr. Turer possess a deep understanding of breast anatomy and the nuances of achieving natural-looking, long-lasting results.
Dr. Davila and Dr. Turer understand that every patient has unique goals and concerns when considering a breast lift. During your consultation, they will take the time to listen attentively to your desires and assess your individual anatomy. This personalized approach allows them to develop a tailored surgical plan that addresses your specific needs and aesthetic aspirations.
For many patients, they can utilize Vectra 3D imaging to simulate your expected result before surgery.
Both of our surgeons are dedicated to achieving natural-looking breast lift results that complement your overall figure. They utilize advanced surgical techniques that minimize scarring and emphasize meticulous attention to detail. Their goal is to enhance your breasts while preserving a natural aesthetic that harmonizes with your body.
Dr. Davila and Dr. Turer stay at the forefront of advancements in breast lift surgery. They incorporate the latest techniques and technologies to achieve optimal outcomes for their patients. This commitment to continuous learning ensures you have access to the most innovative and effective breast lift procedures available. Some of these advanced techniques can include:
Our board-certified surgeons understand that undergoing a breast lift can be a significant decision. They are dedicated to providing a supportive and compassionate environment throughout your surgical journey. They will answer all your questions thoroughly, address any concerns you may have, and ensure you feel comfortable and confident before, during, and after your procedure.
With our advanced recovery processes, our patients have less downtime, faster recovery, and more time enjoying their results.
If sagging breasts are causing you to feel self-conscious, Dr. Davila and Dr. Turer's expertise and artistic approach to breast lift surgery can help you look and feel your best.* Contact the Pittsburgh Center for Plastic Surgery online or call us at (412) 802-6100 today to schedule a consultation.
Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technology and amenities to ensure your comfort and privacy during your visit. We are located in the heart of Pittsburgh and serve patients from all over the world. When you are ready to take the next step, contact us to schedule your consultation with Dr. Davila or Dr. Turer. We look forward to helping you achieve your goals of looking and feeling your best.
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