Benefits and Risks of Breast Lift Surgery?

Benefits of Breast Lift Surgery

There are lots of reasons patients seek a Breast Lift, either alone or in conjunction with a Breast Augmentation. Loss of skin elasticity due to aging, significant weight loss, pregnancy and breast-feeding can often affect the shape and firmness of the breasts. A Breast Lift is an excellent way to address some of these effects. Breasts that lack substance or firmness can be rejuvenated. Breasts that are sagging, but are of satisfactory size, can be lifted. Nipples and areolas that point downwards, even falling below the breast crease, can be rectified. And because milk ducts and nipples are left intact, the surgery does not hinder your ability to breast feed.

A Breast Lift is normally a relatively safe procedure when performed properly, and significant complications from the surgery are not common. Thousands of receive Breast Lifts without experiencing major problems and are pleased with the results, which in many instances can be quite dramatic.

Main Risks of Breast Lift Surgery

Although a Breast Lift is a relatively safe procedure, no surgery is without risk, and Breast Lifts may involve significant manipulation of breast tissue. All of the usual risks associated with major surgery, including infection and bleeding, may potentially happen, though such complications are not frequent. After the surgery, the breasts may not be perfectly symmetrical, and the nipple may vary slightly. Permanent loss of sensation in the nipples or areas of breast skin may occur, but is not likely. Though scarring is usually minimal, infection or failure to follow proper rest protocols during recovery can cause scars to persist or widen. Patients may opt for revisional surgery where incisions have healed poorly. You can reduce the risks by clearly following your physician's advice before and after surgery.

Patients should also familiarize themselves with the risks that are associated with breast implants if they have chosen to include implants as part of the procedure.