Mastopexy is a cosmetic breast surgical procedure that provides a breast lift to saggy breasts. Whether a woman’s breasts have become saggy and the skin lost its elasticity because of hormonal changes during and after pregnancy or if it is simply an effect of time and gravity mastopexy may be the solution to getting the breasts back in shape. Honolulu, Hawaii, is a popular destination for women who want to get mastopexy or a breast lift. This is basically because Honolulu, Hawaii, provides top grade surgical and medical services and of course Hawaii is a great place to recover from mastopexy. The effects of matopexy are clearly visible in the before and after pictures and the following decription also helps understand how the change occurs.
Before
Women who want to get mastopexy or a breast lift have breasts that sag because the skin has lost its elasticity and are unable to provide the desired shape to the breasts. Since the breasts are sagging they also look unappealing in a low neck top or a swimsuit. The nipple and areola area also sink lower and kind of look hung in mid air. At our clinic at Honolulu, Hawaii, we ensure that the clients have a realistic outlook of the mastopexy procedure and also have expectations that match. The breasts are examined to measure the amount of sagging and the condition of the skin. Depending on the type of skin the mastopexy technique that will be used would be decided. The standard mastopexy incisions are made around the areola and in a vertical line down to the fold of the breast. The loose skin is removed and sutured and the nipple and areola area are positioned higher. In case the woman has smaller breasts and minimal sagging the doughnut mastopexy may be done. Also called concentric mastopexy the incisions made are lesser and around the areola area.
After
The breasts are initially sore and swollen and the woman requires a week or two of rest after which she can return to her daily routine but strenuous activity must be avoided until 5-6 weeks or till the surgeon advises. A surgical bra would be required to be worn over the gauge dressings and after a while it may be replaced by a softer support bra. It is vital that post operative care be taken seriously. The breast skin may feel dry and a moisturizer may be applied gently with care taken to avoid the suture areas.
After the mastopexy the breast feels lighter as there is no sagging and the breasts acquire a fitter and firmer look. The scarring from the mastopexy procedure is permanent; however the cosmetic surgeon will try his or her best to ensure that visibility of the scars is minimal. Also since the scars are closer to the areola area the woman can wear a low top or a bikini without worrying about the scars. The doughnut mastopexy will leave less scarring and that too only around the areola. It is vital to understand that a breast lift doesn’t assure that the skin will not loosen and sag in the future and it is important to adhere by the advice and instructions of the surgeon.