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What is a Breast Lift (Mastopexy)?

A breast lift, medically known as mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that raises and reshapes breasts that have become sagging or drooping — a condition called ptosis. It repositions the nipple and areola to a more youthful height and tightens the surrounding skin to restore a firmer, more defined breast contour.

Factors such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight changes, aging, and gravity all contribute to breast ptosis over time. A breast lift addresses the structural changes that result from these factors: excess skin, stretched breast tissue, and a lowered nipple position.

A breast lift does not significantly change breast size. It reshapes and lifts what is already there. Patients who want to increase volume at the same time may combine a lift with breast augmentation. Patients who feel their breasts are too large may combine a lift with breast reduction. Your surgeon will help determine the right approach during your consultation.

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Types of Breast Lift:

There are several types of breast lift techniques, each designed to address varying degrees of sagging:

Crescent Lift:

Ideal for minimal sagging. A small incision runs halfway around the top half of the edge of the areola.

Peri-Areolar or "Donut" Lift:

Used for mild sagging. An incision encircles the entire circumference of the areola. Can also be used to reduce an enlarged areola.

Vertical or "Lollipop" Lift:

Suitable for moderate sagging. Incisions run around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease.

Inverted T or "Anchor" Lift:

For significant sagging. Incisions follow the areola, extend vertically to the breast crease, and run horizontally along the breast fold. Allows the most reshaping.

The right technique for you depends on the degree of ptosis, your breast size and tissue quality, and your desired outcome. Your surgeon will recommend the most appropriate approach during your consultation.

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How It’s Done

Breast lift is typically performed under general anesthesia. Once anesthesia is administered, the surgeon makes the chosen incision type. Through this incision, the underlying breast tissue is reshaped to improve the contour and firmness of your breasts. The nipple and areola are repositioned to a natural, more youthful height.

If necessary, enlarged areolas are reduced by excising skin around the perimeter. Excess breast skin is then removed to compensate for loss of elasticity. The incisions are then closed with sutures once the desired shape is achieved.

The procedure is performed in our on-site AAAASF-accredited surgical suite. Patients go home the same day with post-operative care instructions and a surgical bra. A follow-up appointment is scheduled for within the first week to monitor early healing.

Why Plano Plastic Surgery?

At Plano Plastic Surgery, our standard is excellence from the first consultation through every follow-up. Our surgical team brings decades of combined experience in cosmetic breast surgery, with a patient-centered approach that prioritizes safety, natural results, and genuine care.

All breast augmentation procedures at Plano Plastic Surgery are performed in our on-site AAAASF-accredited surgical suite — a credential that reflects the highest standards of facility safety and patient care. We customize every treatment plan to the individual patient, recognizing that goals, anatomy, and lifestyle are different for every person who comes through our doors.

Our team also has extensive experience with breast revision surgery, helping patients who have sought correction of results from prior procedures at other practices.

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We prioritize an individualized approach, ensuring every consultation is thorough, personalized, and informative.

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Recognizing that each patient is unique, our treatments are tailored to individual needs and desired outcomes.

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Our team is uncompromising in ensuring the highest levels of patient safety and care at every stage of the journey.

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Exceptional Results

Our commitment to excellence ensures results that consistently exceed expectations.

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Who is a Good Candidate?

A breast lift is designed for patients who are bothered by the position, shape, or appearance of their breasts rather than their size. If your breasts have changed shape after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or significant weight loss — or if you feel they have simply lost their youthful position over time — a breast lift may be the right procedure for you.

Ideal candidates are individuals who:

  • Have sagging breasts or nipples that point downward, or nipples that sit below the breast fold.
  • Have stretched skin or enlarged areolas
  • Have breasts that have lost shape or volume
  • Are in good overall health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations

Timing matters for some patients. Women who plan to have more children should consider waiting, since pregnancy can alter the results of a breast lift. The procedure does not affect the ability to become pregnant or to breastfeed, but future pregnancies may change breast shape and position over time.

Patients who want to increase breast volume at the same time may benefit from combining a breast lift with augmentation. Patients with very large breasts who experience sagging may be candidates for breast reduction with a lift. Your surgeon will assess your anatomy during your consultation and advise on the most appropriate plan.

Breast Lift Recovery and What to Expect

Most patients return to desk work and light activity within one to two weeks of a breast lift. Strenuous exercise and upper body activity are restricted for four to six weeks.

Days 1 to 5

Rest is the priority. Mild to moderate soreness and swelling are expected and managed with prescribed pain medication. A surgical bra or compression garment is worn to support the breasts and minimize swelling. Cold compresses can help reduce swelling during this period.

Week 1 to 2

Discomfort decreases steadily. Most patients feel comfortable resuming light daily activities and, depending on the nature of their work, returning to desk jobs. A follow-up appointment during this period allows your surgeon to check incision healing and answer any questions.

Weeks 2 to 6

Activity restrictions ease gradually. Light exercise such as walking can typically resume by week two to three. More strenuous activities -- gym workouts, upper body exercise, heavy lifting -- remain restricted until cleared by your surgeon, usually around the four to six week mark.

Months 3 to 6

The final breast shape and position become visible as swelling fully resolves and the breasts settle. Incision scars continue to fade and soften over the following twelve to eighteen months.

Potential side effects during recovery include temporary changes in nipple or breast skin sensitivity, swelling, bruising, and visible scarring at the incision sites. These are normal and expected. Regular communication with your surgeon throughout recovery is important — do not hesitate to ask questions or raise concerns between appointments.

FAQ

How much does a breast lift cost in Plano, TX?

The cost of a breast lift depends on the technique used, the extent of correction needed, anesthesia, and facility fees. Exact pricing is provided during your consultation. Patient financing options are available — ask our team about payment plans.

The results of a breast lift are long-lasting. Natural aging, gravity, weight fluctuations, and future pregnancies can gradually affect the results over time. Maintaining a stable weight and wearing supportive bras helps preserve outcomes. Most patients enjoy their results for many years.

A breast lift repositions and reshapes the breast tissue without adding volume. Breast augmentation adds volume using implants or fat transfer. Many patients benefit from both procedures combined — a breast lift addresses position and shape, while augmentation addresses size. Your surgeon will help determine the right approach during your consultation.

Yes. Combining a breast lift with augmentation is a common approach for patients who want improved position and increased volume. This combination is also one of the procedures frequently included in a mommy makeover. Your surgeon will assess whether combination surgery is appropriate based on your anatomy and health.

Yes. A breast lift results in permanent scars at the incision sites. The location and extent of scarring depend on the technique used. In most cases, scars fade significantly over the first one to two years. Your surgeon will discuss scar placement and scar care recommendations during your consultation.

Most patients return to desk work within one to two weeks and resume exercise by four to six weeks. Final results are visible at three to six months as swelling resolves.

Yes. All breast lift procedures are performed in our AAAASF-accredited on-site surgical suite at 4100 W 15th Street, Suite 106, Plano, TX 75093.

Schedule Your Breast Lift Consultation in Plano

A consultation with our surgical team is the right first step. During your appointment at our Plano, TX office, your surgeon will evaluate your breast tissue, discuss the techniques best suited to your anatomy and goals, and give you an honest picture of what a breast lift can achieve — and what it cannot.

There is no one-size approach. Your surgical plan is built around you.

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