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True Or False: Breast Lift Surgery

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breast lift, breast augmentation, breast surgery, cosmetic procedures, plastic surgeonNo one wants to get old; or more accurately, no one wants to look old. And drooping, sagging breasts are one of the most common aesthetic concerns that I hear about from my patients. In addition to hanging down lower than the ideal breast position that most women prefer, sagging breasts often lose their shape and firmness. Breast sagging can result from several factors including gravity, weight fluctuation, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and aging. Thankfully, breast lift surgery (also known as mastopexy) can provide tremendous relief for women who experience breast sagging. With so much information available online, it can be difficult to know what is true and what is false regarding your potential breast lift. That is why I am happy to provide some facts about breast lift surgery and the results it can help women achieve.

I Can Undergo a Breast Lift Even If I Plan to Become Pregnant in the Future

While this is true, I typically advise my patients to wait until they are finished having children before undergoing a body contouring procedure like a breast lift. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can negatively impact the results of your breast lift and create the need for additional procedures down the road to help you recapture the aesthetic results that you initially desired. Ultimately, the decision is yours, but I normally recommend waiting if you can.

My Breast Lift Results Will Last Forever

This is technically false. Breast lift surgery results are quite long-lasting, but that doesn’t necessarily mean forever. No plastic surgery, no matter how effective, will be able to stop the natural aging process entirely. Patients can however prolong their results by closely following their post-surgical instructions, avoiding considerable weight fluctuation, and living a healthy lifestyle in the years following their procedure.

There Will Be Considerable Visible Scarring After a Breast Lift

Thankfully, this is false. Scarring should not be significant following a breast lift procedure. During the surgery, I am often able to make my incisions in areas that will be easier to conceal any potential scarring. It’s important to remember that any scarring you experience will also fade and improve over time with the right post-surgery care.

I have always taken pride in being able to provide my patients with the knowledge and information they need to feel as confident and informed as possible heading into their cosmetic surgery procedure. To me, the more a patient understands about his or her potential surgery and what it can accomplish, the more realistic their expectations will be and the more satisfied they inevitably are after their surgery is complete. For more information or to schedule a breast lift surgery consultation appointment, contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, videos, and much more.

What is the Difference Between Breast Reduction in Women and Men?

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Plastic surgery can be extremely versatile. For example, there are certain cosmetic procedures that can provide very different benefits depending on the specific needs of my patient. I perform breast reduction procedures for both male and female patients who wish to remove unwanted, excess tissue from their chest area. So while the end goals of the surgeries may be the same, the method used to perform these surgeries and the reasons that a patient may seek breast reduction surgery can differ significantly for men and women. Allow me to explain the differences between breast reduction for men and women.

It’s normal for some women with larger natural breasts to feel uncomfortable and out of proportion. Undergoing breast reduction can be an excellent way to help women achieve a more proportional silhouette. However, a breast reduction offers women far more than just aesthetic benefits. Larger breasts are heavier and can often lead to back and neck pain, posture issues, and other difficulties. Breast reduction can significantly help women by alleviating these concerns.

Conversely, male breast reduction is a purely cosmetic surgery procedure that does not offer any medical benefits. However, the emotional and psychological benefits can be incredibly powerful. During the procedure, I surgically remove excess glandular breast tissue and fat to flatten the chest and provide a more masculine physique. In my many years of performing this procedure, the boost in self-confidence that male breast reduction provides patients never ceases to amaze me.

In the video below, I discuss the differences between breast reduction procedures for male and female patients:

No matter the reason why a patient may be interested in undergoing a breast reduction procedure, my staff and I always make sure that our patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident through every step of the plastic surgery process. Doing so helps us provide the best possible experience for every patient we treat. For more information or if you would like to schedule an in-person plastic surgery consultation appointment, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery news, tips, and much more.

 

Ask Dr. Elliott: Understanding Mommy Makeover Surgery

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Dr. Franklyn Elliott

In recent years, plastic surgery combinations like the mommy makeover have become more and more common. This makes sense, as combining multiple cosmetic procedures into one surgery can provide a wealth of unique benefits including more significant aesthetic results and less overall cost and recovery time. However, not everyone fully understands what goes into a procedure like mommy makeover surgery and whether or not they would personally benefit from this approach to plastic surgery. This is why I wanted to answer some questions for patients about what they can expect from mommy makeover surgery.

Question #1: How can I prepare for a mommy makeover consultation?

The pre-surgery consultation appointment before a mommy makeover is the time to get better acquainted with your surgery as well as the plastic surgeon who will be performing it. Due to the customizable nature of the mommy makeover, it’s especially important to be diligent and proactive in the lead-up to your consult and make the most of your appointment time. I recommend writing down your specific aesthetics concerns and most pressing questions before the appointment to make sure they are addressed during your mommy makeover consultation.

Question #2: When is the best time to undergo a mommy makeover?

This is a personal choice. The “best” time is whenever is right for your specific needs and circumstances. I do caution my mommy makeover patients to wait until they are finished having children before undergoing their surgery. Becoming pregnant can negatively impact the results of the surgery and create the need for additional cosmetic procedures down the road. Additionally, I also advise women to wait at least six months after childbirth and breastfeeding to undergo a mommy makeover. Doing so will allow the body the time it needs to properly heal and stabilize after such dramatic changes.

Question #3: When can I exercise again following my mommy makeover?

Every patient recovers differently, however, it’s best to be patient and cautious when exercising after a mommy makeover. Performing strenuous physical activity like aerobic exercise too soon can negatively affect the results of the procedure. While some people may be able to enjoy lighter exercise after just two or three weeks of recovery, I recommend waiting between a month and six weeks before beginning any more vigorous physical activity including running and heavy lifting.

The most important thing to do when planning for a mommy makeover is to find an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon to perform your procedure. In my experience, patients are incredibly happy with the long-term body contouring results they are able to achieve with mommy makeover surgery. For more information about the mommy makeover or if you would like to schedule an in-person consultation appointment, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery news, tips, and much more.

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