Ptosis (greek word for ‘fall’) of the breast can occur after: significant weight loss, one or more pregnancies, breastfeeding or just skin-relaxation and loss of elasticity as a result of the aging process.
The ideal time for the correction of ptosis is after your last (scheduled) pregnancy.
In cases where ptosis is accompanied by a significant loss of breast mass, breast augmentation is performed at the same time, while in cases with skin and breast tissue excess, breast reduction is carried out simultaneously.
A breast-lift can give you:
Mastopexy or breast-lift is performed under general anesthesia and lasts 2-3 hours. It involves excision of the excessive skin, breast tissue redistribution and fixation of the nipple in a normal, non – ptotic position. Postoperatively the patient wears a sports-bra for a month and can return to her daily activities within a week.
3 hours
General
inpatient
1 week
10 years
haematoma, bruising, slight asymmetry, scar
For more information, cost details, or to book an appointment, please contact the doctor.
