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Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

Lifts and reshapes sagging breasts from aging, pregnancy, or weight loss—repositions tissue for a firmer, more youthful look without changing size much.

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What Is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, is a plastic surgery procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening surrounding tissue. It is especially popular among women in Battle Creek, Jackson, and nearby Michigan communities who have experienced breast drooping due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, or natural aging.

Unlike breast augmentation, a breast lift does not increase breast volume but repositions the existing tissue higher on the chest wall for a firmer, more youthful contour. Some patients choose to combine a breast lift with implants for added fullness. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sumita Saha works closely with each patient to determine the most flattering and functional approach for sagging breasts.

What to Expect During a Breast Lift

Your consultation will include a detailed breast exam, assessment of nipple position and skin elasticity, and a discussion of your aesthetic goals.

The surgical procedure typically takes 2–3 hours under general anesthesia. Incisions are usually made around the areola and sometimes along the breast crease, depending on the degree of lift required. During surgery, excess skin is removed, and underlying tissue is tightened to restore a youthful, lifted appearance.

After surgery, patients can expect mild swelling, bruising, and temporary nipple sensitivity. A supportive post-surgical bra is worn, and upper body activity is limited during the first few weeks. Most patients resume non-strenuous activities in 7–10 days, with full recovery in 4–6 weeks. As healing progresses, breasts achieve improved shape, symmetry, and firmness—without ongoing maintenance.

A breast lift is a cosmetic plastic surgery procedure that raises and reshapes sagging breasts for a firmer, more youthful contour. It does not increase breast volume unless combined with implants.

Good candidates are generally in good health, have realistic expectations, and are looking to correct sagging or drooping breasts caused by pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, or aging.

Yes. Many patients choose to combine a mastopexy with augmentation to restore volume while lifting and reshaping the breasts.

Surgery usually takes 2–3 hours under general anesthesia. Patients can return to light activities in 7–10 days and resume normal, non-strenuous routines within 4–6 weeks.

Scars are permanent but fade over time. They are typically located around the areola and along the breast crease, designed to be as discreet as possible.

Results are long-lasting. Aging, pregnancy, or significant weight changes may affect breast shape over time, but a breast lift significantly improves firmness and contour for many years.

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Breast Lift (Mastopexy)

What Is a Breast Lift?

What to Expect During a Breast Lift

What is a breast lift (mastopexy)?

Am I a good candidate for a breast lift?

Can a breast lift be combined with breast implants?

How long does a breast lift take and what is the recovery time?

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