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March 8, 2024

Ask Dr. Franklyn Elliott: Better Understanding The Breast Lift

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woman-cups-left-breast If 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.

September 29, 2012

Breast Lift Surgery Information

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Woman’s breasts change over time due to numerous factors causing many women to become dissatisfied with their breasts’ shape and firmness. Breasts can gradually become saggy and lose skin elasticity from pregnancy, extreme weight gain or loss, age, and heredity.

As a board certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years experience specializing in breast procedures, Dr. Franklyn Elliott finds that many patients who are discouraged by droopy breasts and lax skin may benefit from breast lift surgery. Mastopexy, more commonly known as breast lift surgery, remedies these unwanted effects by raising the position of sagging breasts. Dr. Elliott then removes excess skin and tightens remaining tissue while reshaping the breasts based on your individual case.

Breast lift surgery can also be combined with other breast procedures including breast augmentation and breast reduction. For patients looking to lift breasts and increase volume, breast implants can used in conjunction with breast lift surgery. For patients looking to decrease sagginess and volume, Dr. Elliott may perform a breast reduction surgery at the same time as lift.

Breast lift surgery is also a common choice for mommy makeover procedures. Pregnancy can alter multiple areas of the body including breasts, abdomen and unwanted fat pockets. Patients may opt to have a breast procedure in combination with other cosmetic treatments such as tummy tuck or liposuction.

Check out Dr. Elliott’s before and after gallery to see what breast lift surgery can accomplish. If you are interested in breast lift surgery or another cosmetic procedure please schedule a consultation. Be sure to connect with Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter, and Google + for the latest cosmetic and reconstructive news and information.