Breast Lift North Bethesda, MD | Kathy Huang, MD, FACS

Understanding Breast Lift Surgery

Age, weight loss, and pregnancy can diminish skin's natural elasticity. A breast lift, or mastopexy, elevates sagging breasts to achieve a youthful, rejuvenated contour by raising the breasts on the chest wall and reshaping breast tissues.

What is a Breast Lift?

A breast lift is a surgical procedure designed to address breast ptosis by lifting and reshaping breast tissues. Unlike breast augmentation, this procedure focuses on improving breast position, symmetry, and overall appearance without increasing breast size.

Benefits of Breast Lift Surgery

• Elevated, firmer breast appearance
• Enhanced breast shape and symmetry
• More proportionate areolae
• Attractively upward-tilting nipples
• Improved breast projection
• More attractive clothing fit

Breast Lift Candidacy

Ideal candidates for breast lift surgery typically:

• Are in good overall health
• Do not smoke
• Have realistic aesthetic expectations
• Experience breast sagging or drooping
• Have nipples positioned low on the breast mound

Breast Lift Techniques

The Plastic Surgery Institute of Washington offers multiple breast lift techniques tailored to individual patient needs:

• Crescent Mastopexy: Minor lift for minimal sagging
• Periareolar Lift: Skin removal around the areola
• Vertical Mastopexy: Enhanced nipple repositioning
• Wise Pattern (Full) Mastopexy: Most comprehensive breast reshaping

Recovery and Aftercare

Breast lift recovery involves several stages of healing and gradual return to normal activities. Patients can expect:

• Initial recovery period of 1-2 weeks
• Gradual reduction in swelling and bruising
• Restricted physical activities during initial healing
• Full results visible after 3-6 months

Why Choose Plastic Surgery Institute of Washington

The Plastic Surgery Institute of Washington offers exceptional breast lift procedures with board-certified surgeons, a fully accredited in-office surgical center, and a commitment to personalized patient care.

For more information about Breast Lift in North Bethesda, MD, submit an enquiry to Kathy Huang, MD, FACS.