Breast Lift Warwick, RI | Pierre R. Michaud, MD

Understanding Breast Lift Surgery in Rhode Island

A breast lift, medically known as mastopexy, is a specialized surgical procedure designed to raise and reshape sagging breasts. As women experience natural aging, skin loses elasticity, causing breasts to lose their original shape and firmness. This procedure elevates the breasts, restoring a more youthful and contoured appearance.

Ideal Candidates for Breast Lift Procedures

Patients may consider a breast lift for several important reasons:

• Elevate breasts affected by aging and gravitational changes
• Restore breast firmness after pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Reposition nipples and areolas pointing downward or sideways
• Revive breast contours following significant weight loss

Surgical Technique and Approach

The breast lift procedure typically requires one and a half to three hours, with surgical techniques tailored to individual patient needs. The most common approach involves an anchor-like incision along the breast's underside, strategically removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple and areola for optimal aesthetic results.

Advanced Surgical Options

For patients with minimal sagging and smaller breasts, modified procedures like the "doughnut (concentric) mastopexy" offer less invasive alternatives. This technique involves circular incisions around the areola, removing a targeted area of skin to achieve desired reshaping.

Recovery and Post-Surgical Care

Post-operative recovery emphasizes rest and limited movement to expedite healing. Patients will initially wear surgical bandages, followed by a specialized surgical bra for several weeks. Minor discomfort can typically be managed with prescribed oral medication.

Potential Combined Procedures

Some patients opt to combine breast lift surgery with breast augmentation, where implants are strategically placed beneath breast tissue or chest wall muscle to enhance overall breast volume and contour.

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