Breast Lift w/ Fat Grafting

Elective cosmetic surgeries such as breast lifts are not covered by medical insurance. To help make this procedure more affordable, we offer competitive financing options.

Women who experience significant volume deflation after pregnancy or weight loss are often bothered by the excess breast skin and low position of their nipples. In these cases, we commonly recommend a breast tightening procedure with a lift. A breast lift procedure is also sometimes combined with a breast implant or fat grafting if the patient desires more breast volume and fullness.

Following breast lift surgery some women may experience temporary loss of sensation to the breast or nipples. Most of these women develop a return of full breast and nipple sensation with time.

Yes, its very rare for someone to experience permanent loss in nipple sensitivity after breast lift surgery. Most patients continue to have normal nipple sensation after breast lift surgery.

The cost of surgery depends on the type of procedure as well as patient-specific anatomic factors. Depending on the extent and type of surgical plan, a breast lift can cost more than the average breast augmentation surgery.

A breast lift requires more incisions to remove excess skin, relocate the nipple, and remove or redistribute breast tissue. The good news is that these incisions heal well over time and dramatically improve the overall shape of the breast. We are passionate about implementing scar care early after surgery to help your scars fade quickly.

A breast lift is not typically paid for by insurance as its considered a cosmetic procedure.

It is recommended that you keep your incisions dry for 48 hours after surgery, after that you can safely shower. Our plastic surgeons will provide detailed instructions on caring for your incision sites and any other sensitive areas following your breast lift surgery.

While results vary based on the age and lifestyle of the patient, a breast lift generally provides a long-lasting permanent result. Results are most affected by future pregnancy and or dramatic weight changes. For these reasons, we recommend patients considering a breast lift are at a stable weight and not planning a pregnancy soon after their surgery.

After breast lift surgery, most patients are able to return to normal activity in 6-8 weeks. However, at this early time point, the scars are still maturing and not yet at their full strength. While the scars look healed, it takes one year for scars to fully mature. For this reason, we recommend scar care to begin early on and continue for as long as one year after surgery to ensure the best final outcome and cosmesis.

Vampire breast lifts, performed using platelet-rich plasma injections, are not permanent, although some patients experience benefits for up to two years.

To manage pain in the first few days after a breast lift you can take your prescribed pain medication. Pain and soreness may be more intense around the incision sites which will remain red or pink for a few months before fading back to your normal skin color. You may experience numbness in your nipples, areolas, and breast skin, but sensation will return in about six weeks’ time.

A few days after surgery you can begin a routine of light walking. You will not be able to return to your normal exercise routine until about 6-8 weeks after surgery.

A few days after surgery you can begin a routine of light walking. You will not be able to return to your normal exercise routine until about 6-8 weeks after surgery.