Menu

Breast Lift

Learn more about Atlanta breast lift surgery performed by Board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Franklyn Elliott with Atlanta Plastic Surgery, P.C.

Ask Dr. Franklyn Elliott: Better Understanding The Breast Lift

, , , , ,

woman-cups-left-breastIf you have recently noticed that your breasts are not as perky or firm as they once were, don’t feel bad. You are not alone in this. Breast sagging is one of the most common aesthetic concerns for women, and something that I treat very often with the help of breast lift surgery. Breast sagging can affect women of all ages and significantly impact how someone feels about their breast contour and overall appearance. Undergoing a breast lift can help by removing stretched skin and repositioning tissue in order to provide a better positioned, younger-looking breast contour. Today, I was happy to answer some common questions about breast lift surgery to help patients get a better understanding of what it can do.

Question #1: Can diet and exercise help reduce breast sagging?

Unfortunately, no. Because breast sagging typically results from loose, excess skin, losing weight and exercising will only be able to do so much to address this concern. It’s true that performing chest exercises can help build strength in the pectoral muscles, but this will not be able to successfully lift or reposition sagging breasts. Breast lift surgery is the only truly effective way to lift sagging breasts.

Question #2: Is there such a thing as a revision breast lift?

Much like breast revision surgery which is used to adjust the results of a previous breast augmentation surgery, a revision breast lift can be performed to help women who are either unsatisfied with the results of a previous breast lift procedure or for those who may have experienced more loose skin since their last procedure. This can be done to adjust the shape or positioning of the breasts, as well as breast asymmetry.

Question #3: Does a breast lift normally accompany breast implant removal surgery?

Some women who have undergone augmentation surgery may prefer to return to their original, natural breast size and breast implant removal makes this possible. It’s not mandatory, but in many cases, women who choose to have their breasts implants removed will typically have a breast lift in combination with this procedure. Undergoing a breast lift in this situation can help alleviate skin that has become stretched during the period where the breast implants were in place.

Being able to answer questions like these and better educate my patients about their respective cosmetic procedures is a big part of why I have been named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for so many years, including once again for 2024. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation appointment, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. Don’t forget that you can also connect with me on Facebook for additional tips, videos, news, and more.

What Plastic Surgery Procedures Can Be Offered To Younger Patients?

, , , , , ,

As a board-certified plastic surgeon, it means a lot to be able to assist any of my patients by helping them improve their appearance, regardless of their age. But it has been extremely gratifying in recent years to see a surge in demand for cosmetic surgery procedures among younger patients. Whether it be for aesthetic maintenance, preemptive care to fight off signs of aging before they occur, or any other purpose, undergoing cosmetic surgery can be incredibly beneficial for millennials and other younger patients. Today I wanted to discuss what specific procedures can be most helpful for younger patients.

When speaking with younger patients, one procedure that comes up most commonly is mommy makeover surgery. While it may seem that this combined plastic surgery is more intended to help older patients based on its name, the truth is that younger women also experience aesthetic issues that the mommy makeover is designed to help address. A mommy makeover can help recontour the breasts (by adding lost volume with implants and/or addressing breast sagging with a breast lift), while helping repair muscle damage and removing excess abdominal skin after pregnancy.

Check out my recent video where I discuss how undergoing a mommy makeover can be highly beneficial for younger plastic surgery patients:

It’s wonderful to know that the era when plastic surgery was perceived as something that was only for older patients is long behind us. For more information or if you would like to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow along with me on Facebook and Twitter for additional plastic surgery tips, news, and much more.

Can Breast Sagging Be Prevented?

, ,

As we age, many people put more time into their physique or appearance to help offset the natural effects of aging. However, some unfortunate effects like breast sagging may be unavoidable in some cases. As time passes, breasts that were once perky and well-positioned on the chest contour can begin to lose elasticity, leading to sagging and drooping breasts. Since this is an incredibly common aesthetic concern and something that I am asked about frequently, I wanted to discuss breast sagging and if there is anything women can do to prevent it from occurring.

Like any other condition, preventing breast sagging before it occurs can often be a preferable option for patients rather than treating it after the fact. However, this is easier said than done. Although in some cases breast sagging may result from environmental factors like weight fluctuation, smoking, pregnancy, and breastfeeding, the truth is that breast sagging often occurs naturally over time. Breast sagging often results from a loss of skin laxity over time, gravity,

In the video below, I go into more detail on breast sagging and what women can do to potentially prevent it from occurring, including if exercise can help:

I perform breast lift surgery, which is specifically intended to help women who wish to correct breast sagging. During the procedure, I am able to surgically remove stretched, excess skin from the breast area, and lift the remaining tissue, to create a more youthful breast contour. The results are outstanding and often very long-lasting with the right post-surgical care.

Breast sagging can be frustrating, but I am proud to be able to offer my patients such an effective and dependable solution. This level of patient trust and satisfaction is part of why I have been named a Top Doctor in Atlanta for over 20 years. For more information on breast sagging or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today, contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can follow along with me on Facebook for additional cosmetic surgery videos, tips, news, and much more.

1 2 3 4›»