Question 1

can all women get a breast lift?

Accepted Answer

No: Some women may not be healthy enough for surgery. Those that are may not even need a breast lift but instead might need breast augmentation. The best way to determine what you need is to have a consultation with a plastic surgeon.

Question 2

if a woman were to get a breast lift because of sag, but with no implants, do they count as fake breasts?

Accepted Answer

No: A breast lift is not the same as breast implants.  "fake" is a term you never have to use, regardless of which choice you make. You have choices, including doing both a lift and implants. Take a friend with you to your plastic surgery consult, ask to see photographs of each option. Take time to contemplate which option will be best for you before committing. Okay to go for two opinions. Be well.

Question 3

what is the procedure for a breast lift/reconstructive surgery like (20 year old female)?

Accepted Answer

Mastopexy: Breast lift surgery also referred to as "mastopexy" breast lift surgery is frequently done in conjunction with breast augmentation and breast reduction. In many cases, breast implants are utilized during a breast lift in order to "lift" the breasts by increasing their volume and content. It is done in an effort to reduce sagging and to achieve firmer and shapelier breasts. I hope this will help.

Question 4

how expensive is breast lift?

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Depends on technique: The cost will depend on the technique as well as the anesthesia and facility charges. Typically this will range from 1-12.000 depending on what is done additional charges may be incurred for the use of implants which are commonly recommended, .

Question 5

does getting a breast lift hurt?

Accepted Answer

Modestly: At best
no severe pain.

Question 6

is getting a breast lift dangerous?

Accepted Answer

No: There are always risks to surgery and specifically a breast lift may in addition to general risks of anesthesia and surgery have the potential for loss of nipple sensation or viability, with compromise of the ability to lactate as well as interfere either mammographic evaluation of the breast. However, it generally is a very safe procedure. P, ease discuss with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 7

does it hurt to get a breast lift done?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You will be in pain and sore for a couple weeks. Worst is the first 2-3 days post op.

Question 8

what is an internal breast lift? is it common?

Accepted Answer

Breast lift=mastopex: Internal breast lift can refer to many things, but basically means that breast gland is raised on the inside using sutures or even a mesh. They are usually done with an incision around the areola so that the scar is well hidden.; but may need other incisions, make sure you discuss this with your board certified plastic surgeon

Question 9

do i need to be at least 18 to get a breast lift?

Accepted Answer

The breast needs to: be fully developed before a breast lift surgery is considered. I usually recommend a stable shape for two years.

Question 10

would it be possible get a breast lift on the nhs?

Accepted Answer

Breast Lift: Breast lift surgery (mastopexy) performed soley to lift and shape a drooping breast, or in conjunction with breast augmentation,  is a cosmetic procedure in the us, and is not covered by insurance. If breast lift is performed as a symmetry procedure during breast reconstruction, following mastectomy, then it may be covered by insurance.

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