Breast Lift (Mastopexy) and Augmentation
Over the years, all women will see some sagging of their breasts due to gravity, pregnancy, or weight loss. Their skin will stretch and they will loose volume in their breasts.
Breast lift or mastopexy is a plastic surgery procedure to reshape the breasts, remove excess skin and bring the nipples to their original or normal location. Breast augmentation can be done in conjunction with breast lift. Breast implants can be inserted either under the breast tissue or under the muscles.
During your first consultation at our Jacksonville Cosmetic Surgery Center, Dr. Nezami will explain in detail the entire surgery, recovery time, complications, and the exact cost of the surgery.
Preparing for your Breast Lift Surgery
We advise our patients in Jacksonville and Jacksonville Beach to avoid taking certain medications such as aspirin and Ibuprofen and vitamin E. If they are smokers, we advise them to stop smoking at least three weeks before the surgery, as smoking interferes with blood flow to the skin, prevents rapid healing, and causes complications. During your pre-operation consultation you will be given specific and detailed instructions for preparation for your breast lift surgery.
Incision for Breast Lift Surgery
Breast lift consists of removing excess skin around the areola and the bottom of the breast and elevating the nipple and areola. Depending on the degree of the lift needed, the scar could be just around the areola or around the areola and from the areola down to the crease line under the breast. If needed the size of the areola can be reduced. Keep in mind that a breast lift will leave permanent scars. Each person scars differently; a woman with only slightly sagging breasts will have smaller scars.
Periareolar Lift Incision Periareolar Lift Scar
Periareolar + Vertical Lift Incision Periareolar + Vertical Lift Scar
Periareolar + Vertical + Crease Line Lift Incision Periareolar + Vertical + Crease Line Lift Scar
Recovery after Breast Lift Surgery with Augmentation
Recovery after Breast Lift Surgery with augmentation
We advise our patients in Jacksonville and Jacksonville Beach to have someone drive them home after surgery and help them for the first two days.
Patients who have breast augmentation at the same time as a breast lift will have a recovery that takes a little more time and is a little more painful.
To help your healing process avoid stretching the muscles around the breast implants
For three weeks you should avoid raising your elbows higher than your armpit and avoid pulling or pushing with your arms. The pink scar will remain several weeks; they will start to fade gradually after several months.
You can start to work after the first week as long as your work does not involve lifting of heavy objects. The stitches will be taken out within five days. After breast surgery because of swelling and tightness of soft tissue, your breasts may seem unnatural, this is only temporary, gradually your breasts will soften and they will have a natural feel. You can start exercising after three weeks. Keep in mind that recovery period varies from patient to patient.
Candidates for Breast Lift
If you are considering a breast lift, you must be in good health. There is no age limit to have breast lift. Some patient smay need a breast lift in conjunction with breast augmentation.
Financing
We work with several companies that provide financing for our patients in Jacksonville and Jacksonville Beach. Within 24 hours you will have an answer from one of these companies. We regularly check the market to find companies with the best rates and services. Please call our office at 904-399 5061 for their toll free numbers.
Cost for Breast Lift
Our charges include Dr. Nezami's surgical fee, the charge for an MD anesthesiologist, Jacksonville Cosmetic Surgery Center operating room and recovery room charges and follow up.
The charge varies according to the amount of the lift needed.
When Breast Lift is done with Breast Augmentation, a very substantial discount is given for combined procedure. Call Jacksonville Cosmetic Surgery Center at 904-399-5061 for more detail.
Discounted charge when paid by Cash or Cashier's Check : $ 3,040.00 to $ 6,4060.00
Non discounted charge when Financed or paid with Credit Card : $ 3200.00 to $6,780.00
Proportional discount If partially paid with Cashier's Check.
Monthly payment is about $ 66.00 to $ 204.00 when financed with 60 months payment plan with no prepayment penalty.
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Next Step
If all your questions were answered, the next step is to schedule your consultation.
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Dr. A.H. Nezami is an expert plastic surgeon, practicing cosmetic and plastic surgery in Jacksonville for the past 31 years. Dr. Nezami is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. He is a member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons, as well as an outstanding member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Dr. Nezami is founder of Jacksonville Cosmetic Surgery Center. He started his private practice in 1981. Since that time he has performed plastic and cosmetic surgery and procedure for over sixteen thousand patients from Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Orange Park , out of state and overseas. He has an impeccable track record for all his cosmetic surgeries. Dr. Nezami is known in the community as a meticulous, expert plastic surgeon. Because Dr. Nezami has the reputation as one of the best and expert plastic surgeons in the Jacksonville area numerous patients come for a second opinion and corrective cosmetic surgeries. He has numerous patients testimonials of his patients not only appreciating his surgical skill, but also his compassion and genuine care for his patient. Dr. Nezami's before and after cosmetic surgery photos are shown on the website of many national cosmetic directories for plastic and cosmetic surgery.
FAQ related to Breast Lift Surgery
Q. How do I know if I need a breast lift or breast augmentation?
A. If you are happy with your breast size when you are wearing your bra, but you don't like the way your
breast drops down when you remove your bra, then you probably need just a breast lift.
Q. If I opt for a breast lift, does the size of my breast change?
A. No the size of your breast will not change. However we have seen in our Jacksonville Cosmetic Surgery Center that some patients might need the removal of some breast tissue in order to obtain symmetry in both breasts.
Q. Do I need breast implants in conjunction with the breast lift surgery in order to have a better result?
A. No, only if you would like to be larger and have more fullness in your breast. You will need breast augmentation in conjunction with breast lift.
Q. I have large and droopy breasts. What type of breast surgery do I need?
A. If you would like to have large breasts, a breast lift will correct the problem of droopy breast. However you have to keep in mind that gravity will always affect larger and heavier breasts. You might want to consider breast reduction in conjunction with breast lift.
Q. What if I just get one size larger breast implant? Will this correct my sagging breast?
A. If you have a very small sagging breast and you like to have larger breast adding a larger size implants might lift your breast. In some cases, Dr. Nezami will advise his patient in Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra area to do a smaller lift even with a larger size implant.
Q. Do I need to go under general anesthesia for my breast lift?
A. In our Jacksonville Cosmetic Surgery Center, Dr. Nezami requires general anesthesia for patients with full breast lift. For smaller breast lifts such as crescent or periareolar, Dr. Nezami may opt for local anesthesia.
Q. Do I need a second breast lift or will my breast lift last forever?
A. Gravity will always be a factor in causing breast droopiness, but in general most woman will not need a second breast lift. If your breasts are very large in case of significant weight loss you might need a second breast lift.
Q. When can I go back to work after my breast lift surgery?
A. Patient can go back to work after 5-6 days only if her job does not require heavy lifting, pulling, pushing or raising the arms above shoulder level.
Q. Do I need someone to stay with me after my breast lift surgery?
A. Yes, Dr. Nezami recommends that someone stay with you for the first 24-48 hours.
Q. When can I drive after my breast lift surgery?
A. We advise our patients in Jacksonville not to drive before 5 to 7 days, and definitely not while they are taking pain medications.
Q. Can I take shower after my breast lift Surgery?
A. You cannot take shower before 3 to 4 days following your breast lift surgery, but you may sponge bathe or use hand held shower to wash below your breasts.
You may not take bath for 2 weeks or swim for 3 weeks.
Q. Should I stop taking my medications before my breast lift surgery?
A. We advise our patients in Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach and Ponte Vedra Beach to
avoid taking certain medication such as aspirin, Ibuprofen, Vitamin E, and any other
medication that can affect the blood clotting system for two weeks before and after
surgery (If you are taking any blood thinner, do not stop until you get authorization from the doctor who prescribed it). Refer to the list of other medication to avoid that will be given to you during your consultation. Do not stop your prescribed medication until you check with your doctor.
Q. How soon can I travel after my breast lift surgery?
A. You can travel 10 days after your breast lift surgery.
Q. Can I stop wearing bra after having my breast lift surgery?
A. We advise our Jacksonville Cosmetic Surgery Center patients to not wear bra for the first few weeks until authorized by Dr. Nezami. After that he recommends that you wear a very good support bra.
Q. I am a smoker; how long before my breast lift surgery should I stop smoking?
A. For breast lift you should stop smoking at least 2 weeks before and after the surgery. Smoking interferes with blood flow to the skin and tissue and prevents rapid healing and can cause anesthesia and breathing problems. But if you are having breast lift also, then a minimum of one month, since good blood flow to the skin and nipple is needed for proper healing. Smoking may cause delayed wound healing or even tissue or nipple loss.
Q. When can I lift heavy objects after my breast lift surgery?
A. Three weeks after your breast lift surgery you can lift heavy object and there is no restrictions.
Q. Can I breast feed after my breast lift surgery?
A. Breast lift surgery does not affect your future breast-feeding ability.
Q. When can I sun bath after my breast lift surgery?
A. Two weeks after your breast lift surgery you can sunbath as long as you cover the incision area and it is not too hot.
Q. When can I start exercising after my breast enhancement surgery?
A. Three weeks after your breast lift surgery you may resume exercising, but start slow and progress as tolerated.