CHICAGO's BEST Breast Lift Surgeons

Yes, a breast lift surgery cannot be done without leaving scars. Mastopexies do leave scars on the breast depending on which incision your surgeon chooses. However, the breast is an amazing structure in that it is very forgiving of scars if the incisions are done correctly without undue tension and no infection or inflammation occurs. In some cases, the scars may be hidden in the natural creases of the breast. The scars will fade over time and eventually may become almost invisible, but there will always be at least some faint scars.

The length of the procedure will depend on the amount of tissue being removed as well as whether or not an implant is being placed at the same time, such as in augmentation-mastopexy. Typically, a mastopexy will take between 2 to 4 hours depending on your individual case.

A breast lift is considered a reconstructive surgery and general anesthesia is recommended. Your procedure will be performed at our surgery center. It is done as an outpatient procedure typically where you should be able to go home the same day, often an hour or two, after your procedure.

After a breast lift you should expect to be able to walk the same day or next day. Most patients are back to work within a week.

• Week 1: Get plenty of rest. You will be asked to schedule your first post-operative visit within the first week of surgery.
• 4-6 weeks: You will not be allowed to submerge in water or swim for 4-6 weeks.
• 8-12 weeks: You should be back to your usual workout routines by 8-12 weeks.
• 6 months: Your final result with settling of the breast and softening of the skin may not be fully evident until 6 months or more.

With any surgery, you have to expect some discomfort. Typically a breast lift does not involve excruciating pain and most patients are relatively comfortable without pain medication within a few days.

Our practice use a long-acting, extended-release bupivicaine to anesthetize the area for 48-72 hours to help with any patient discomfort.

Some numbness of the nipples can occur immediately following a breast lift, but this almost always temporary. Some women report increased nipple sensitivity. It is a risk to lose nipple-sensation, but the risk is low.

There is a risk that you may lose the ability after a Breast Lift, since the nipple-areola are re-positioned. However this may depend on the technique and pedicle used, and the amount of dissection around the important ducts. In most but not all cases, patients are still able to produce milk and breast feed even after a breast lift.

The cost of a breast lift depends on many factors, including the skill and experience of the surgeon, the geographic region, the type of breast lift, or whether implants are used.

At Chicago Breast & Body Aesthetics, we offer competitive all-inclusive pricing including monthly specials and discounts. We also offer multiple options for financing to accommodate almost any situation or budget.