Breast uplift, or mastopexy, is a commonly performed cosmetic procedure in Australia, with approximately 20,000 women undergoing this surgery annually. Mastopexy involves lifting and reshaping the nipple and breast tissue to achieve a firmer and more youthful appearance.
If you are experiencing breast ptosis (sagging) or loss of breast firmness, mastopexy may be a suitable option. At My Cosmetic Clinic, we offer breast lift procedures to address these concerns and assist patients in achieving their desired breast contour.
A breast mastopexy is a surgical procedure where excess skin around the nipple and breast tissue is removed to change the breast shape for a firm and perky breast profile.
During a breast elevation procedure, the nipple is repositioned higher on the breast and the surrounding breast tissue tightened.
The shape and firmness of breast tissue tend to change over time due to factors such as weight changes, breastfeeding, ageing or pregnancy. These changes can affect the firmness and contours of natural breast tissue leading to sagging breasts. Any woman who wants firmer and perkier breasts is a good candidate for a mastopexy.
In some cases, patients can opt for a combined breast lift with breast augmentation to increase breast size. If you have large breasts, you can also choose to have breast reduction along with the breast lift procedure.
At My Cosmetic Clinic, we believe in customised cosmetic procedures that address each patient’s unique needs. We focus on giving you
treatment that is tailored to meet your desired outcome working with you to ensure that your breast lift is a success.
Some of our success stories are pictured below.
The outcomes shown here are only relevant for each patient and do not necessarily represent the results other patients may experience.
Several factors may cause your breasts may start sagging including:
Start by booking your consultation, with a $150 fee payable at the time of booking. This includes two consultations: an in-person meeting with the doctor to discuss your goals, review treatment options, and receive a procedure estimate, followed by a telehealth consultation after a two-week cooling-off period. Use this time to ask additional questions and address any concerns to ensure a complete understanding of the procedure.
If you decide to proceed with the surgery, you will be connected with our surgical team. They will provide you with all the necessary pre-operative instructions and coordinate the scheduling of your procedure.
On the day of your surgery, you’ll arrive at our clinic as scheduled. Our team will ensure you are comfortable and well cared for throughout the entire process. Post-operative care and instructions will be provided to support your recovery.
A breast lift may help you feel more comfortable in your body. Here are some benefits of breast lifts:
A mastopexy can be done using different procedures, depending on factors such as the degree of lift required, the elasticity of your skin and the desired outcome.
During a breast elevation procedure, the practitioner typically takes the following steps:
At the beginning of the procedure, you’ll be put under general anaesthesia. The practitioner will then make an incision around the areola. The incision will also extend down to the breast crease and may extend along the sides of the areola.
Once the incisions are made, the practitioner will lift and reshape the breast tissue. Any extra skin will be removed and the areolas will be moved to the correct position on the new breast shape. If necessary the size of the areolas will be reduced.
Finally, the practitioner will close the incisions.
The main types of breast lift incisions include:
Breast lift surgery, or mastopexy, offers several medical benefits beyond aesthetic improvements. By elevating and reshaping the breast tissue, mastopexy can alleviate physical discomfort associated with breast ptosis, such as back, neck, and shoulder pain. Additionally, correcting breast sagging can improve posture and reduce the risk of skin irritation or rashes in the inframammary fold. Moreover, restoring a firmer breast contour may enhance physical comfort during physical activities and clothing selection.
You can learn more about breast uplift procedures in the answers to commonly asked questions below.
A breast lift can be performed on any woman at any age who wants to improve the shape and lift of her breasts provided they are in good health. The practitioner will assess your condition and recommend the best procedure for you.
Your Doctor will assess you and recommend the best procedure based on your condition and desired outcome. He will also answer any questions you may have about the breast lift process and outline in detail any possible risks of the procedure.
It is normal to feel tired and sore after your breast lift. Your breasts will be swollen and tender. It is also normal to lose sensitivity in the nipple and breast skin during the recovery period. Most of the post-surgery swelling will subside within 4 weeks but in some cases, full recovery may take up to 3 months.
Most patients will experience discomfort and soreness after a breast elevation procedure. The doctor will prescribe pain medication to alleviate pain but in most cases, the pain will be bearable and fade as you start to recover.
A breast uplift is a surgical or invasive procedure so there are some risks associated with it including excessive bleeding, infection, hematoma, and seroma. Permanent loss of sensitivity in the nipple area is possible. Smoking can increase your risks and slow down the healing of scars.
The location of scars from a breast lift will depend on the type of incision made. The periareolar mastopexy leaves just a scar around your areola and the “lollipop lift” leaves a scar around your areola and a scar straight down to the breast crease. Anchor lift incisions will leave an additional scar at the breast fold.
Although the results of your breast lift are immediate, there will be a surgical dressing covering your breast for a few days. This dressing will be removed at your post-operative visit with your Doctor and you will be able to clearly see the results at that point.
At My Cosmetic Clinic, a mastopexy is usually performed in an accredited hospital and surgical facility in Sydney. This hospital serves patients seeking surgery in Sydney, Sydney CBD, Sydney’s Northern Beaches, Eastern Suburbs, North Shore, Newcastle and Wollongong.
On average mastopexy results last for 10 to 15 years. For some patients, the results may last even longer than 15 years but this depends on individual factors.
Having a breast lift will not interfere with breastfeeding in any way. You can still breastfeed normally even after the procedure.
Yes, you can have a breast lift without breast implants. Breast mastopexy is intended to lift and reshape the breast by removing excess skin and reshaping breast tissue. They can be done on their own for people who just want firmer and perky breasts without needing to increase breast size.
Yes, you can get a combined breast lift with implants to increase breast size or a breast lift combined with reduction to reduce breast size. These procedures can be done at the same time so talk to your practitioner before the procedure about augmenting or reducing your breast size.
Dr Masood Ansari
(MED0000942278)
AACS, MBBS, MSC, MRCS, FACCS
Dr Ansari has worked in both the northern and southern hemispheres. He began his initial surgical training in the United Kingdom under the National Health Service and went on to obtain membership in the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) in 2006. He then carried out extensive training in cosmetic surgery in Australia where he was granted a fellowship from the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery.
The cost of treatment will vary depending on if you are combining it with other procedures on other areas of your body. Before we perform any procedures we will provide you with a comprehensive quote so you know exactly how much you will be paying.
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The NSQHS Standards are the benchmark for excellence in healthcare safety, ensuring that every patient receives care in a safe, high-quality environment. Achieving this accreditation underscores our dedication to maintaining the utmost professionalism in all our medical procedures.
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