Breasts naturally change over time. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, aging, and changes in skin elasticity affect breast position and shape, sometimes causing sagging or loss of firmness.
A breast lift is a surgical procedure to raise and reshape the breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning breast tissue. At Aesthetics by King’s College Hospital London – Dubai, surgery is planned based on your anatomy, breast position, skin quality, and personal goals.
Dr. Dragana Spica, Specialist Reconstructive and Plastic Surgeon, assesses each patient individually to determine whether a breast lift alone or a combined breast procedure may be more appropriate.
What is a breast lift?
A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is surgery performed to raise and reshape sagging breasts.
During the procedure, excess skin is removed, and the breast tissue is reshaped. The nipple and areola may also be repositioned higher on the breast.
A breast lift primarily changes breast position and shape. It does not significantly increase breast volume like breast augmentation with implants.
Patients who want both lifting and additional volume may be assessed for a breast lift combined with breast implants. The appropriate approach depends on existing breast tissue, skin quality, and the desired result.
Who is a good candidate for breast lift surgery?
Breast lift surgery may be considered by adults who are concerned about breast sagging, loss of firmness, or changes in breast position.
Common concerns include:
- Breasts that have dropped or changed position
- Nipples that point downward
- Loss of breast firmness after pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Breast changes following significant weight loss
- Reduced skin elasticity associated with aging
- Differences in breast position or shape
- Difficulty finding bras or clothing that fit comfortably
- Concerns about breast proportions or appearance
Suitable patients should be in good general health and have realistic expectations about surgery, scars, and recovery.
If you plan a future pregnancy or significant weight loss, your surgeon may recommend discussing surgery timing. Pregnancy and major weight changes can affect breast shape after a lift.
Smoking can also interfere with wound healing and may increase the risk of surgical complications.
How does a breast lift differ from breast augmentation?
Breast lift and breast augmentation surgery address different concerns.
A breast lift raises and reshapes existing breast tissue. It is primarily performed to address sagging and changes in breast position.
Breast augmentation increases breast volume, usually with breast implants. It may improve upper breast fullness and projection but does not always correct significant breast sagging.
Some patients have both concerns. In these cases, a breast lift and breast augmentation may be performed together or planned as separate procedures.
Your surgeon will assess breast volume, skin quality, nipple position, and your desired outcome before recommending the appropriate procedure.
What happens during breast lift surgery?
Breast lift surgery is performed under general anesthesia. The procedure usually takes about two hours, though time varies with technique and complexity.
The process typically includes:
- Consultation and assessment: Dr. Dragana assesses breast shape, nipple position, skin quality, and your surgical goals.
- Surgical planning: The incision pattern and amount of skin removal are planned according to the degree of breast sagging.
- Anesthesia: General anesthesia is administered before surgery.
- Breast reshaping: Excess skin is removed, and the breast tissue is reshaped and lifted.
- Nipple repositioning: The nipple and areola may be moved to a higher position while maintaining their proportion relative to the reshaped breast.
- Closure and recovery: The incisions are closed, and postoperative breast support may be recommended.
The exact surgical technique is selected according to your anatomy and the degree of lifting required.
What is breast lift recovery like?
Swelling, bruising, tightness, and discomfort are expected during early recovery. Medication may be prescribed to manage pain.
Some patients may require temporary surgical drains depending on the procedure performed. If drains are used, your surgical team will explain how to manage them and when they should be removed.
A surgical support bra may be recommended during recovery. Avoid heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, and activities that pressure the breasts until your surgeon advises otherwise.
Return to work depends on your recovery and job demands. Breast shape gradually changes as swelling decreases and tissues settle.
Following your surgeon’s wound care and activity instructions is important throughout recovery.
What do breast lift scars look like?
Breast lift surgery requires incisions and leaves permanent scars. The scar pattern depends on the amount of excess skin and the surgical technique used.
Incisions may be placed around the areola, vertically from the areola toward the breast crease, or along the crease beneath the breast.
Scars are more visible during early healing. They generally soften and fade over time but do not disappear completely.
Genetics, skin type, wound healing, sun exposure, and scar care can influence the final appearance of breast lift scars.
Your surgeon will explain the expected scar pattern before surgery and provide scar care advice during follow-up appointments.
What results can you expect from a breast lift?
Changes in breast position are visible after surgery, though swelling initially affects breast shape.
As healing progresses, the breasts gradually settle into their longer-term position. Patients may notice a higher breast position, improved breast shape, and changes in nipple position.
Breast lift results can be long-lasting, but surgery cannot stop natural aging. Pregnancy, weight changes, gravity, and skin elasticity changes may affect breasts over time.
Perfect symmetry cannot be guaranteed. Natural differences between the breasts may remain after surgery.
Maintaining a stable weight can help support the longevity of your result.
What are the risks of breast lift surgery?
Breast lift surgery carries potential risks, as with any surgical procedure.
These include bleeding, infection, scarring, delayed wound healing, breast asymmetry, and changes in breast or nipple sensation, which may be temporary or permanent.
There may also be changes in nipple or areola position, and some patients may experience difficulty breastfeeding after surgery.
Rare complications can affect blood supply to the nipple or breast skin. Smoking increases the risk of wound healing and circulation problems.
Your surgeon should explain the risks relevant to your anatomy and planned surgical technique before you decide to proceed.
Who is the best doctor for breast lift surgery in Dubai?
The best doctor for breast lift surgery in Dubai is Dr. Dragana Spica, Head of Plastic Surgery at Aesthetics by King’s. As a Specialist Reconstructive and Plastic Surgeon with more than 20 years of experience, she assesses breast position, tissue quality, skin elasticity, and individual goals before developing a personalized surgical plan.
Why choose Aesthetics by King’s?
At Aesthetics by King’s, breast lift surgery begins with a detailed assessment of breast position, skin quality, breast volume, and your goals.
Patients benefit from:
- Consultant-led breast surgery assessment
- Hospital-affiliated clinical standards
- Personalized surgical planning
- Careful assessment of breast and nipple position
- Detailed postoperative and scar care guidance
- Care led by an experienced reconstructive and plastic surgeon
Dr. Dragana Spica has more than 20 years of experience in plastic and cosmetic surgery. Her expertise includes breast lifting, breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast reconstruction, and breast revision procedures.
For more details, please visit our aesthetic’s website: https://aesthetics.kingscollegehospitaldubai.com/breast-lift-surgery-mastopexy/
How can I book an appointment?
To discuss breast lift surgery at King’s College Hospital Dubai, call +971 800 7777, complete the online form, or use the KingsHub App.
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Aesthetics by King’s is the best clinic in Dubai for breast lift surgery. Patients receive an individual surgical assessment based on their breast anatomy, skin quality, breast position, and treatment goals.
The best doctor for breast lift surgery in Dubai is Dr. Dragana Spica, Head of Plastic Surgery at Aesthetics by King’s.
Swelling, bruising, tightness, and discomfort are expected during early recovery. Patients gradually return to normal activities while heavy lifting and strenuous exercise remain restricted until healing has progressed.
Breast position changes are visible after surgery, but swelling initially affects the result. The breasts continue to settle and change over the following months as the tissues heal.
Potential risks include bleeding, infection, scarring, delayed wound healing, asymmetry, and changes in breast or nipple sensation. Your surgeon will discuss your individual surgical risks before treatment.
Discomfort, tightness, and tenderness are expected after surgery. Pain medication may be prescribed to help manage symptoms during early recovery.
Breast lift surgery generally takes approximately two hours. The exact duration depends on the surgical technique and whether another breast procedure is performed at the same time.
A breast lift primarily changes breast shape and position rather than significantly increasing volume. Removing excess skin and reshaping the breasts may affect how breast size appears. Patients seeking additional volume may be assessed for breast implants.
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