Breast Lift in Scottsdale, AZ

Some women are perfectly happy with the size of their breasts but not with their placement. Because of aging and certain life events like pregnancy, breasts that once had a more youthful, perky appearance can sag and droop. For all women looking for a way to reinvigorate their breasts, a breast lift can help you achieve this goal and restore what you likely consider your ideal figure. With the expertise and proficiency that Scottsdale breast lift surgeon Dr. Prichard possesses, you can be sure that he will deliver the outcome you’re hoping to see.

What Is a Breast Lift?

Many women choose to have a breast lift or mastopexy in order to alter the changes that can transpire as a result of weight loss, pregnancy, or aging. A breast lift is designed to remove excess, hanging skin that causes breast sagging (ptosis), lift the breast tissue higher on the chest, and reshape the breasts and nipples for a more pleasing, youthful result. With his vast experience, Dr. Prichard will work with your particular needs to customize your procedure to your respective desires and physical goals, allowing him to deliver among the best breast lifts Phoenix and the Scottsdale area offer.

What Are the Benefits of a Breast Lift?

Offering transformational results, breast lifts outdo most any other breast enhancement procedure. Focusing on reversing the changes to a woman’s body that usually negatively affect the breasts the most–pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight, and hormone fluctuations, to name a few–a breast lift can turn back the clock on common issues for a fully rejuvenated result. Receiving a breast lift offers a number of benefits to our patients, such as:
  • Maneuvering the breasts higher up on the chest
  • Restoring a naturally youthful cleavage
  • Raising the nipples to a higher position
  • Reviving the shape of breasts
  • Reducing the size of stretched areolas
  • Restoring pendulous or misshapen breasts

Am I a Candidate for a Breast Lift?

Candidates for a breast lift are women who want to rejuvenate the shape, lift, and position of their breasts. Usually, breast lift candidates have had one or more pregnancies, have breastfed, or have lost volume in their breasts due to weight loss or other lifestyle changes. A good candidate for a breast lift:
  • Is a non-smoker and willing to quit six weeks prior to their surgery
  • Is in excellent health, both physically and mentally
  • Has reasonable expectations to improve their appearance rather than achieve perfection
  • Suffers from mild to severe breast ptosis
  • Has breasts that have lost their shape
  • Has downward-facing nipples

What Are My Breast Lift Options?

Your breast lift with Dr. Prichard will be customized exactly to your needs, goals, and anatomy. He will listen to your concerns and desires for your results before creating a surgical plan that incorporates one of the following breast lift techniques. Additionally, a breast lift can be easily paired with another procedure for a full transformation. Breast lift surgery is routinely performed as an outpatient procedure using IV sedation or general anesthesia. Dr. Prichard may use one of the following breast lift techniques to remove excess skin and breast tissue:

Donut incision This incision encircles the areola: The donut mastopexy is known by several other names, including the periareolar lift and the Benelli lift. It is among the least invasive techniques and has the added benefit of preserving nipple sensation. The incision is created around the areola in a circular shape, and scarring is, therefore, nicely hidden by the darker pigmentation. The donut lift is most appropriate for those women with smaller cup sizes who suffer from only minor breast ptosis.

Vertical or lollipop incision This lift necessitates an incision that will encircle the areola and run straight to the breast crease. Like the donut lift, the lollipop lift is a useful approach for those women concerned about retaining sensitivity in the breasts and nipples. It also presents minimal scarring.

Anchor Incision This technique requires an incision resembling an anchor that goes around the areola, down the front of the breast, and horizontally along the breast crease. It is sometimes referred to as a standard lift and represents the best approach for those women with larger cup sizes who request relief from severe ptosis, gravity-stricken nipples, and excess fat, skin, and tissue. While the standard lift has remained a traditional procedure throughout the years, its drawbacks can include more visible scars, as well as some loss of nipple sensation.

Angel Lift The Angel Lift is Dr. Prichard’s specialized breast lift and reduction technique, developed as a way to improve the internal structures of the breast for these procedures. It involves creating a ‘halo’ of tissue around the breast internally, repositioning the breast tissue circumferentially, and suturing it around the entire breast internally. Think of spokes on a bicycle wheel. The wheel is strong because the spokes create equal force and support around the wheel. This can be done with a reduction or just with a lift alone. The external skin is then contoured around the new breast support. This removes tension from the external skin, as in a traditional breast lift, where the upper breast skin holds all the weight. An angel lift makes the internal structure of the breast hold itself up, resulting in a smaller chance of complications and breasts “bottoming out.”

Combination Breast Lift with Augmentation

It’s important to note that a breast lift alone does not restore or increase the breast size or volume. So, while breast ptosis can be caused by a loss of volume, a breast lift does not automatically restore that volume. Combining a breast lift with augmentation via breast implants gives you the “works”– lifted, youthful breasts that are also plump, round, and beautifully shaped.

Combining a Breast Lift with a Mommy Makeover

Mommy Makeovers are the gold standard when it comes to restoring a woman’s body after the changes from childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy. This combination procedure allows you to work with Dr. Prichard to customize your surgical plan exactly to your needs and goals. A breast lift is usually a critical piece of a Mommy Makeover, as it provides the exact results that a post-partum mother may want, but tummy tucks and liposuction are Mommy Makeover standards as well.

What Is the Breast Lift Procedure Like?

The first step to any procedure is a private consultation with our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Prichard. During your consultation with Dr. Prichard, the two of you will discuss your personal physical aspirations with regard to what you’re hoping to achieve with your breast lift. He will examine your breasts, review your medical records, prior surgeries, and any medical conditions or medications you might be taking, and present you with a vast library of before and after photos so that you can better envision your outcome. During this time, it is important to bring up all questions or concerns so Dr. Prichard can address them. Together you will come up with a surgical plan that fits your needs. Combining procedures is often the best way to reduce downtime as well as costs, so if you are considering a tandem breast augmentation procedure or a Mommy Makeover, the doctor can offer you a detailed road map for undergoing these additional surgeries. Rest assured that regardless of which area of the body he operates upon, Dr. Prichard provides among the best results from a breast lift Scottsdale can lay claim to. On the day of your procedure, Dr. Prichard will check in with you, review your surgical plan once more, and mark the incision locations that you discussed during your consultation. Once you are safely under anesthesia, the surgery will begin. A standard breast lift surgery takes approximately 2 hours. Dr. Prichard will begin by making careful incisions along the pre-determined areas. He will lift and reposition the breast tissue, removing excess skin and fat. He will also insert breast implants into the breast pocket if you have combined your lift with an augmentation. He may also reposition the nipple-areolar complex as well. Once he is satisfied with the results, he will carefully close the incisions. Your breasts will be wrapped in protective gauze, and you will be given a surgical bra to protect your breasts. Once you wake from anesthesia, you will be examined and cleared to go home with a responsible driver.

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What Can I Expect From Breast Lift Recovery?

You will likely be able to return home the day of your breast lift. Your breasts will be securely wrapped to promote healing and minimize swelling, and you may have a surgical drain placed to prevent fluid build-up. You can expect your breasts to be a little swollen and bruised for the first week or so. Discomfort is usually at its peak within the first week, but any discomfort you may be encountering can be managed with oral medication. Most patients feel able and ready to return to their day-to-day routine, such as work, within a week to 10 days. It is suggested that you avoid any strenuous exercise for approximately 6 to 12 weeks to ensure proper healing. Each patient is different, so be patient with your body as you heal. Don’t push yourself; the more you rest, the better your recovery will be. Some general tips for a speedy recovery include:
  • Wear your compression garment or support bra day and night for as long as Dr. Prichard tells you (usually about six weeks).
  • Cold compresses can help reduce swelling and help with discomfort
  • Rest is key. Do not push yourself; listen to your body. You should gradually incorporate light walking to increase blood circulation and induce healing.
  • Call our office if you have any questions or concerns throughout the process.
For more in-depth information, view our breast lift recovery page.

Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Lifts

  • How much does a breast lift cost in Scottsdale, AZ?

    The cost of a breast lift in Scottsdale will vary depending on the technique used, the amount of revision that is necessary, whether you have combined your breast lift with any other procedures, and other price factors such as anesthesia and facility fees. Once Dr. Prichard has created a surgical plan for you, he will be happy to provide you with an accurate cost estimate.
  • Can I breastfeed after a breast lift?

    If you are planning on having children after a breast lift, be sure to discuss this with Dr. Prichard. We generally recommend that you undergo a breast lift only after you are finished having children, as subsequent pregnancies and breastfeeding can negatively impact the results of your procedure, sometimes resulting in the need for a secondary breast lift. Additionally, Dr. Prichard may recommend a different incision location that does not involve moving the nipples and areola, as there is a chance that the milk ducts can be affected.
  • Will I have scars after a breast lift?

    Any time you have surgery, there is a risk of scarring. The type of incision that Dr. Prichard chooses for you is a good indication of where your scars will be, so if visible scarring is a major concern of yours, discuss this with Dr. Prichard, and he will help you choose an incision that both works for your level of revision and the location of scars. However, Dr. Prichard is a highly skilled and meticulous surgeon. He always does his best to avoid visible scarring by making extremely precise incisions and sutures. Once your incisions are healed, you can practice scar aftercare with creams and silicone sheets and avoid sun exposure. Overall, breast lift scars do heal and lessen over time.
  • Is a breast lift permanent?

    Removing stretched breast skin and repositioning the tissue provides long-lasting, lifted results. However, the natural aging process will still affect your body, and your breasts will gradually sag again. But barring subsequent pregnancies and weight fluctuations, you can enjoy the results of your breast lift for years to come.
  • Will my breast lift make my breasts smaller?

    Changing the size of the breasts is not a primary objective of a breast lift, although you may experience slight differences, especially if loose skin and pockets of fat are contributing to your breasts’ sagging. If you want to reduce the size of your breasts and lift them for a more perky, lifted result, consider a breast reduction with Dr. Prichard. This procedure is specifically designed to remove breast tissue and fat, reposition the breasts, and lift them to a more pleasing, comfortable position on the chest wall.

Why should I choose Dr. Prichard for my breast lift?

Dr. Prichard offers unmatched breast lift results in Scottsdale, AZ, and the surrounding areas in a caring and compassionate environment. With Dr. Prichard, your needs, desires, and goals are at the forefront of your plastic surgery process, paired with the expert guidance and skill of our board-certified surgeon. If you would like to explore your options further for among the best breast lifts Phoenix has to provide, request a consultation online. Or, if you like, you are more than welcome to call the office directly at 480-752-7874 to schedule your appointment with Dr. Prichard.

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