Over time and due to varying life events, breasts can become saggy and less full. Pregnancy and the ability to breast feed are sources of joy for countless women, but the result can be a less youthful body. For others, the feeling of accomplishment from achieving great weight loss may be hindered due to excessive loose skin and the loss of breast tissue. Inevitably, over time gravity takes a toll making the bosom flatter and less firm. This perceived loss of feminine beauty can cause low self-esteem.

A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, may help some women regain a positive body image. Dr. Philip Richardson at Brisbane Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery in Queensland will design a personalized breast lift procedure for each individual. Dr. Richardson can reshape your breasts, realign the nipples and lessen areola size. Breast augmentation can be combined with the breast lift for women seeking a larger cup size or fuller volume.

What is breast lift surgery?

Mastopexy is intended to lift up the breast by tightening or removing sagging skin. General anaethesia is administered and Dr. Richardson performs breast lift surgery at one of his Brisbane area facilities. Several methods are used to achieve the desired results depending on the amount of skin to be removed and the degree of lifting. The Wise pattern technique is oldest method and is widely used, particularly for patients with oversized breasts. Additional options include the Lejour and Benelli surgery methods. The newer techniques result in less scarring.

What are the risks of breast surgery?

Some possible risks involved with mastopexy, as with any surgical procedure, include an adverse reaction to anaesthesia, excessive bleeding, swelling, bruising, keloids, and infection. Some patients may experience less common problems like a loss of sensitivity in the surgical area, asymmetry, and descended breasts. Choosing a highly skilled and experienced plastic surgeon, like Dr. Philip Richardson and his staff at Brisbane, Queensland, will help reduce the risks.

What happens post-surgery?

Patients who have undergone breast lift in Queensland will be contacted by a nurse to monitor progress after being released. Dr. Richardson will also require regularly scheduled visits post-surgery to ensure there are no problems. There is no additional fee for the follow-up appointments and the price is factored into the initial operation cost.

Patients are encouraged to attempt normal, non-rigorous daily activities about five days after surgery. Driving is h2ly discouraged for the first two weeks after the breast lift surgery. For the best outcome and to avoid interfering with the healing process, strenuous exercise needs to be avoided for a six-week minimum. Additionally, during the first six weeks following surgery, Dr. Richardson suggests that patients wear the bra that is given to them before release. This will help promote healing and offer the appropriate amount of support.

If you would like to improve the appearance of your breasts, contact Dr. Richardson today at Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery in Queensland to schedule your consultation online or at 1300 789 240.