WHAT IS A BREAST LIFT SURGERY?

Breast Lift Surgery is a safe and straightforward cosmetic procedure designed to address sagging or excess skin, providing a lifted and reshaped appearance to the breasts. This surgery can enhance breast tightness by resizing the nipple and areola or lifting the nipples through the tightening of breast tissue. Within the Plastic Surgery field for Breast Lift, diverse methods are employed by doctors and plastic surgeons, selected based on the patient’s unique condition and skin tissue type.

Breast Lift surgery can be combined with other breast surgeries like Breast Augmentation or Breast Reduction, offering a dual benefit of size alteration and lift. Surgeons tailor the approach to suit each patient’s needs. Importantly, it’s essential to dispel the myth that breast surgeries cause or increase the risk of breast cancer; breast cancer is linked to abnormalities originating in breast tissues.

CANDIDATES FOR BREAST LIFT OPERATION

While many women aspire to achieve lifted breasts, candidates for Breast Lift operation should meet specific criteria, including:

• Sagging breasts or breast creases.
• Significant weight loss leading to breast sagging.
• Nipples falling below breast level.
• Changes in breast shape due to pregnancy, lactation, and hormonal fluctuations.
• Cases of areola expansion.

Breast Lift Surgery is particularly effective in addressing the natural sagging that occurs with aging.

PRE-BREAST LIFT OPERATION TIPS

Adhering to pre-operative instructions from the doctor is crucial for a successful Breast Lift Operation. Recommendations include:

• Avoiding moisturizing creams for at least two days before the operation.
• Abstaining from stimulants like caffeine for two weeks before the operation to facilitate anesthesia.
• Quitting smoking entirely for a month before the operation to enhance blood flow and oxygen levels.
• Ceasing blood thinners, including alcohol and certain vitamins, for two weeks before surgery to minimize bleeding.
• Ensuring a healthy and balanced diet at least two weeks before the Breast Lift Operation.

POST-BREAST LIFT OPERATION TIPS

Post-operatively, having a companion for transportation is necessary. Follow these guidelines for optimal results:

• Wearing a supportive surgical bra for six weeks post-operation to aid the healing process.
• Avoiding itching or pressing on the breast area for a month.
• Refraining from strenuous physical exertion and embracing complete rest for at least two months.
• Avoiding heavy lifting for four to six weeks after the operation.
• Maintaining a stable weight and adhering to a healthy diet as advised by the doctor.
• Steering clear of harmful sunlight for a month post-surgery.
• Avoiding high temperatures, Turkish baths, or saunas for at least six weeks.

STAGES OF BREAST LIFT OPERATION

Breast Lift Operation encompasses several stages:

1. First Stage: Conducting Clinical Examination
   • Examining the patient’s breasts to determine the desired final shape from the Breast Lift Operation.
2. Second Stage: Conducting Necessary Tests
   • Performing mammography and essential blood tests to assess blood sugar levels and ensure the absence of hindering diseases.
3. Third Stage: Preparing the Patient
   • Preparing the patient by laying out the breast and determining the appropriate nipple placement. Administering general anesthesia by the anesthesiologist to prevent pain.
4. Fourth Stage: The Surgery
   • Conducting the surgery, during which the plastic surgeon reshapes and lifts the nipples and breasts.