Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Blog | Dr. Linderman
Carmel and Indianapolis, Indiana
Thursday, April 2, 2009
How do breast lifts work?
In evaluating a patient for potential breast lift or mastopexy, I will determine how much breast ptosis is present, what is the quality of the skin envelope and what is the relationship of current breast volume to overall skin excess? These factors allow me to recommend to my patients the most appropriate surgical procedure and implant type.
Breast lifts are performed to correct ptosis or droopiness of the breast and to improve breast shape. Older techniques relied strictly on modification of the skin envelope with the addition of a breast implant when indicated. My current approach in mastopexy surgery is to alter the shape of the breast tissue with internal sutures and tailor the skin to adapt to the new shape. This promotes longer lasting results with less recurrence. When adequate volume is present, a Brazilian Breast Lift is performed without placement of a breast implant.
Breast lifts are performed to correct ptosis or droopiness of the breast and to improve breast shape. Older techniques relied strictly on modification of the skin envelope with the addition of a breast implant when indicated. My current approach in mastopexy surgery is to alter the shape of the breast tissue with internal sutures and tailor the skin to adapt to the new shape. This promotes longer lasting results with less recurrence. When adequate volume is present, a Brazilian Breast Lift is performed without placement of a breast implant.
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