Breast Lift (Mastopexy) Minneapolis, MN | Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Understanding Breast Lift Surgery

Aging, genetics, pregnancy, nursing, weight loss, and gravity can cause breasts to lose elasticity, firmness, and shape. A breast lift (mastopexy) corrects these conditions by removing excess breast skin and tightening remaining tissues to produce a firmer, shapelier breast contour.

Ideal Candidates for Breast Lift

The best candidates for breast lift surgery are healthy women who:

• Have adequate breast volume
• Desire a more youthful and uplifted breast appearance
• Are realistic about surgical incisions and resulting scars
• Experience sagging due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss

Surgical Approach

Minneapolis Plastic Surgery's board-certified plastic surgeons carefully measure and mark breast tissues to create a new skin structure. Incision patterns are designed to minimize scarring while achieving optimal breast shape and elevation.

Surgical Techniques

Breast lift procedures involve:

• Removing excess skin around the areolas and breast undersides
• Elevating nipple/areola complexes
• Repositioning breast tissue to a higher chest position
• Optional volume restoration with implants

Recovery and Results

Patients typically resume normal activities within days, with full recovery taking several weeks. Post-operative instructions are crucial for optimal healing and results. Most patients experience significant improvement in breast shape and self-confidence.

Potential Considerations

• Potential for minor sensation changes
• Permanent surgical scars
• Mild asymmetry may persist

Cost Considerations

Breast lift surgery at Minneapolis Plastic Surgery ranges approximately from $13,000 to $16,500, depending on specific techniques and patient needs. Precise costs are determined during a personalized consultation.

For more information about Breast Lift in Minneapolis, MN, submit an enquiry to Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS.