Introduction
As we get older, the skin loses its elasticity and as a result the breast loses its shape. This effect is intensified after pregnancy or weight loss. Sagging breasts or empty, flabby breasts often do not correspond to the body image of the women affected and are perceived as a deficiency. The breast can be tightened with a surgical procedure.
A breast lift can be performed together with a breast augmentation. For smaller, slightly sagging breasts, a breast augmentation with autologous fat or a breast augmentation with silicone implants may be sufficient to lift the breast.
Procedure
Prior to the operation, we will discuss your ideas in a detailed consultation. We will explain to you step by step how we go about tightening the breasts. Painkillers that affect blood clotting (e.g. aspirin) should be avoided for 14 days before the operation. We also recommend that you do not smoke for two weeks before and after the operation.
The operation takes place during a 1-2 day hospital stay and is performed under general anesthesia. Markings are made standing up before the procedure. The areola is reduced in size and repositioned as desired. The mammary gland tissue is reshaped and the skin mantle is tightened.
The incision and thus the scars run around the nipple and from there vertically downwards to the underbust crease. It may also be necessary to make a further incision along the underbust crease.
Aftercare
The day after the operation, the drainage tubes for the wound secretions are removed and a supportive sports bra is fitted. This should be worn day and night for six weeks. The skin in the nipple area is sutured with fine stitches, which are removed after 10-14 days. The remaining threads dissolve. However, the definitive shape of the breasts does not become apparent for at least three to six months.
Possible complications
As with breast reduction, the ability to breastfeed may be limited after the operation and there may be loss of sensation or circulation in the nipple. With all operations there is a risk of secondary bleeding, infection, impaired wound healing or excessive scarring.
