Mastopexy Breast Lift by Randy Buckspan, M.D. Plastic Surgery Tampa Saint Petersburg Clearwater

Over the years, factors such as pregnancy, nursing, and the force of gravity take
their toll on a woman's breasts. As the skin loses its elasticity, the breast often
loses its shape and firmness and begins to sag.

Breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure to raise and reshape sagging
breasts, at least for a time. (No surgery can permanently delay the effects of
gravity.) Mastopexy (breastlift) can also reduce the size of the areola, the darker
skin surrounding the nipple. If your breasts are small or have lost volume, for
example, after pregnancy, breast implants inserted in conjunction with mastopexy
can increase both their firmness and their size. In many cases, we do this with very
short scars.

Discomfort is usually minimal, and you may return to work within a week or less.
Usual activities, except heavy lifting, may be resumed in a week.