A breast lift can improve breasts that have begun to sag, lose firmness, or sit lower on the chest after pregnancy, weight changes, or aging. At Funt Aesthetics, Dr. David K. Funt is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons with decades of experience in cosmetic breast surgery.
Also known as mastopexy, a breast lift reshapes and raises the breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning the remaining tissue. Some patients need only a lift, while others may benefit from combining breast lift with implants to restore lost volume as well as position.
What Is a Breast Lift?
A breast lift is designed to improve breast shape and position rather than significantly increase breast size. During surgery, excess skin is removed, the breast tissue is reshaped, and the breasts are elevated to a higher position on the chest.
The nipples and areolas may also be repositioned if they point downward or sit too low. The exact surgical approach depends on the degree of sagging, skin elasticity, breast size, and the patient’s goals.
The Benefits of Breast Lift
Breast lift surgery can help restore a firmer, more balanced breast contour. It may be especially useful after pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight loss, or age-related changes.
Breast lift may help:
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Raise sagging breasts
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Improve breast shape and projection
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Improve asymmetry
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Reposition downward-facing nipples
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Remove stretched or loose skin
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Create a firmer breast contour
Women with naturally larger breasts or larger implants may also experience more stretching over time and may benefit from a lift when breast position changes.
The Breast Lift Procedure
The amount of correction needed determines how the procedure is performed. Breasts with mild sagging may require a shorter incision, while more noticeable drooping may require a lollipop or inverted-T incision pattern.
During surgery, Dr. Funt removes excess skin, reshapes the breast tissue, and raises the breasts to a more youthful position. When needed, the nipple and areola are moved higher so they better match the new breast shape.
The goal is to create a lifted result that looks balanced with the patient’s natural proportions.
Breast Lift w/ Implants
Breast lift and breast augmentation address different concerns. A lift improves breast position and shape, while implants add volume.
Patients who are happy with their current breast size may only need a lift. Those who have also lost fullness, especially in the upper breast, may choose to combine the procedure with implants.
During consultation, Dr. Funt evaluates existing breast tissue, skin quality, and the desired result to determine whether a lift alone or a lift with augmentation is more appropriate.
What to Expect From Breast Lift Recovery
Breast lift is performed under general anesthesia, and patients return home after an appropriate recovery period. Swelling, soreness, bruising, and tightness are common during the early stages of healing.
The first several days are generally focused on rest and incision care. Activity is gradually increased as healing progresses, and patients receive instructions about supportive garments, exercise, and follow-up care.
The breasts may initially sit higher or feel firmer than expected. As swelling decreases and the tissues settle, the shape becomes more natural.
Frequently Asked Questions
A breast lift can be performed before a future pregnancy, but many women choose to wait until they have finished having children. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can stretch the skin and change breast shape again, which may affect the results.
If significant sagging returns later, another procedure may be considered.
Some scarring is unavoidable because breast lift surgery requires incisions. The amount and location of scarring depend on how much correction is needed.
Dr. Funt selects an incision pattern that provides enough access to reshape the breast while keeping scars as discreet as possible. Scars are permanent, but they usually soften and fade over time.
Breast lift may be appropriate if the breasts sag, appear elongated, sit at different heights, or have nipples that point downward or fall below the breast crease.
Good candidates should generally be in good health, avoid smoking, maintain a stable weight, and have realistic expectations about surgery.
Breast lift results can last for many years, but the breasts will continue to change with age. Pregnancy, weight changes, gravity, genetics, and skin elasticity can all affect breast position over time.
Maintaining a stable weight may help preserve the result.
Dr. Funt examines the breasts, reviews the degree of sagging and asymmetry, and discusses what the patient would like to change.
The consultation also covers incision placement, recovery, possible risks, costs, and whether breast implants should be considered as part of the procedure.
The cost of breast lift surgery varies because each procedure is tailored to the patient. Factors may include the amount of sagging, incision pattern, amount of skin removal, nipple repositioning, and whether implants are included.
After consultation, Funt Aesthetics can provide a more specific cost estimate. Financing through CareCredit is also available for eligible patients.
Why Choose Funt Aesthetics for Breast Lift Surgery?
Breast lift surgery requires careful attention to breast shape, symmetry, skin quality, nipple position, and overall proportions. Dr. David K. Funt is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He completed extensive training in general and plastic surgery and has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for more than 25 years.
His experience in cosmetic breast and body surgery allows each procedure to be tailored to the patient’s anatomy and goals. Dr. Funt performs surgery in an AAAASF-accredited facility in Woodmere with support from board-certified anesthesiologists and an experienced clinical team. Funt Aesthetics emphasizes careful planning, patient safety, and natural-looking results that fit the patient’s frame.
Consider Breast Lift Surgery in Long Island & Nassau County, NY
A breast lift can improve sagging, reshape stretched breast tissue, and restore a firmer, higher breast position. Funt Aesthetics provides individualized breast lift planning for patients throughout Long Island and Nassau County, NY. To discuss your goals and learn whether mastopexy is right for you, call 516-295-0404 to schedule a consultation with Funt Aesthetics.
